Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level, Up to $30,000 Recruitment Incentive
United States Customs and Border Protection
South Tucson, AZ
25 days ago
$49,739 - $96,116
Job Description
Join the U.S. Border Patrol as an entry-level Border Patrol Agent and become part of an elite law enforcement team dedicated to safeguarding America's borders. This full-time role offers excellent pay, generous federal benefits, and a career ladder with opportunities for advancement.
Key Responsibilities
Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers
Maintaining surveillance from covert positions
Responding to electronic sensor alarms and other anti-smuggling activities
Patrolling international boundaries and coastal waterways
Performing farm and ranch checks, traffic checks, and city patrols
Required Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship
Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
Ability to pass the BPA Entrance Exam
Ability to speak and read Spanish
Preferred Qualifications
Current or prior law enforcement experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience
Benefits & Perks
Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leave programParticipation in Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401k)Recruitment incentives up to $30,000