Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent, where you’ll secure the nation's borders and support economic stability. Leverage your law enforcement experience in a fulfilling career with competitive compensation and incentives.
Key Responsibilities
Securing borders and stopping illegal activity
Questioning individuals and inspecting documents and property
Apprehending undocumented individuals or smugglers
Tracking and interpreting signs of illegal entry
Performing farm, traffic, building, city, and transport checks
Patrolling using various vehicles and equipment
Required Qualifications
One year of specialized experience at the next lower level (GL-9/GS-11)
Searching detained persons, vehicles, and surroundings
Apprehending or restraining suspects in violation of law
Using firearms, writing reports, serving warrants, and gathering case evidence
Using intelligence to monitor criminal threats and operations
Leading fraud or contraband investigations
Apprehending violators using surveillance and detection tech
Benefits & Perks
Health insurancePaid leaveThrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))Recruitment incentives up to $30,000