Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Platte Woods (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal law enforcement agency is seeking a Customs and Border Protection Officer to safeguard America's borders. The ideal candidate will enforce laws, conduct inspections, and prevent illegal activities. Offering a competitive salary of $61,111 - $124,443 annually, plus potential overtime and recruitment incentives based on location. Candidates must have law enforcement experience or relevant education.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Annual and sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan participation

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of specialized experience in law enforcement.
• Experience in enforcing laws relating to importing and exporting.
• Ability to utilize intelligence techniques.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs and immigration laws.
• Facilitate legitimate trade and travel flow.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and vehicles.
• Prevent illegal entry of individuals and goods.

Skills

Detaining suspected violators

Enforcing customs laws

Utilizing intelligence techniques

Conducting law enforcement interviews

Education

Master's degree or J.D.

Job description

Overview

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride , and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity. Being a CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.

Duty Locations

You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations. The preference locations listed are expected to have vacancies in the future; however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty location in another geographic location within the United States.

Salary and Benefits

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:

GS-9: $61,111 - $124,443 per year

Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.

Officers are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, generous annual and sick leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.

Location incentives: If you accept one of the listed duty locations, you may be eligible to receive an additional 15%–25% of your salary each year for the first three years of employment in addition to any overtime pay. Some locations may offer 25% for four years.

Duty locations offering 25% recruitment incentives include Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate (CA); Key West, FL; and others.

Duty locations offering 15% recruitment incentives include Honolulu, HI; Portal, ND; and others.

Duty locations offering 10% recruitment incentives include Calexico, CA.

Qualifications

You qualify for the GS-9 grade level in one of the following ways: experience, education, or a combination of both.

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes:

• Detaining suspected violators of federal, state, or local laws and/or arresting violators using the proper law enforcement methods.
• Enforcing laws and regulations relating to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping.
• Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats.
• Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity.

Education Substitution: A master’s (or higher) degree or an LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university; OR

Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience AND successfully completed graduate-level education.

Other Requirements:

• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Residency: Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
• Age Restriction: Must be referred before your 40th birthday (some exceptions apply).
• Veterans Preference: Eligible veterans may qualify for excepted service appointment.

Formal Training: Includes a two-week orientation and a 101-day academy at FLETC in Glynco, GA. Spanish training may be required for certain locations.

How to Apply

Click the Apply button on this site. You’ll be directed to the CBP Talent Network page. Select "Customs and Border Protection Officer" as your Position of Interest. You’ll receive a link to the official job posting on USAJOBS to complete your application. Be sure to follow all instructions.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with updates and opportunities.

Job Industries

• Government & Military