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United States Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Hatch, NM
28 days ago
$49,739 - $96,116

Job Description

Join the U.S. Border Patrol as a Border Patrol Agent and be a vital part of protecting America's borders. This full-time role offers competitive salaries, excellent federal benefits, and the opportunity to serve in a challenging and rewarding career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Detect and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers
  • Respond to electronic sensor alarms and physical evidence
  • Patrol international boundaries and coastal waterways
  • Utilize various government assets for border protection
  • Conduct farm, ranch, and traffic checks

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Ability to speak and read Spanish
  • Age under 40 at the time of application (with exceptions for veterans)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current or prior law enforcement experience
  • Bachelor's degree in any field
  • Graduate level education in law enforcement-related fields

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leave programParticipation in the Thrift Savings Plan (401k equivalent)Recruitment incentives up to $30,000