Border Patrol Agent: Federal Law Enforcement Career

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (RET)

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) in entry and mid-level positions with full-time status. The role offers competitive base pay, robust federal benefits, and retention incentives.

Duty locations include various sector stations across the United States, with potential relocation to prioritized sites. Applicants may qualify via education or prior public safety or law enforcement experience.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating the ability to take charge and make decisions under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field.
• Combination of experience and education as applicable to the role.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using various methods.
• Interpreting tracks and evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Performing farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks.
• Patrolling international boundaries and coastal waterways using government assets.

Skills

General work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Combination of Experience and Education

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) in entry and mid-level positions with full-time status. The role offers competitive base pay, robust federal benefits, and retention incentives.

Duty locations include various sector stations across the United States, with potential relocation to prioritized sites. Applicants may qualify via education or prior public safety or law enforcement experience.