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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Morton Grove, JM
18 hours ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join the U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent, where you'll leverage your law enforcement experience to protect and secure the nation's borders. Enjoy competitive salaries, opportunities for advancement, and a sense of pride in serving your country.

Key Responsibilities

  • Questioning individuals and inspecting documents and property
  • Apprehending undocumented individuals or smugglers
  • Tracking and interpreting signs of illegal entry
  • Performing various checks (farm, traffic, etc.)
  • Patrolling using vehicles, horses, boats, ATVs, etc.

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower level (GL-8)
  • Searching detained persons, vehicles, and surroundings
  • Apprehending or restraining suspects
  • Using firearms
  • Writing reports
  • Serving warrants
  • Gathering case evidence

Preferred Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-10)
  • Using intelligence to monitor criminal threats
  • Leading fraud or contraband investigations
  • Apprehending violators using surveillance technology

Benefits & Perks

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