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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Arlington Heights, IL
3 days ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join the U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and leverage your law enforcement experience to help secure the nation's borders. Enjoy competitive salary, benefits, and a clear career progression while making a significant impact on national security.

Key Responsibilities

  • Securing borders and stopping illegal activity
  • Questioning individuals and inspecting documents
  • Apprehending undocumented individuals or smugglers
  • Tracking signs of illegal entry
  • Performing various checks and patrols using different vehicles

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower level for GL-9
  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade for GS-11
  • Experience in searching detained persons, vehicles, and surroundings
  • Apprehending or restraining suspects
  • Using firearms and gathering case evidence

Benefits & Perks

Health insurancePaid leaveThrift Savings Plan (similar to 401(k))Recruitment incentives up to $30,000