Border Patrol Agent: Earn Incentives & Protect the Border

U.S. Customs And Border Protection; Pecos (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentives up to $20,000

Retention incentives up to $30,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents to safeguard the United States. The role includes patrolling borders using a range of assets, enforcing immigration and customs laws, and maintaining public safety. Base pay varies by grade, with incentives available for recruitment and retention.

New agents may receive incentives up to $20,000, plus potential retention incentives up to $30,000 over three years. Training at the academy is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field.
• Knowledge of immigration and nationality law (8 USC).
• Familiarity with use of force policy and firearms.
• Ability to gather information and evidence accurately.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Interpreting evidence of illegal entry and contraband.
• Performing checks and patrols across various environments.
• Patrolling international boundaries and coastal waterways using available assets.

Skills

Use of firearms

Knowledge of Immigration law

Criminal law & procedure

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents to safeguard the United States. The role includes patrolling borders using a range of assets, enforcing immigration and customs laws, and maintaining public safety. Base pay varies by grade, with incentives available for recruitment and retention.

New agents may receive incentives up to $20,000, plus potential retention incentives up to $30,000 over three years. Training at the academy is required.