Border Patrol Agent — Federal Law Enforcement Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. This role offers base pay in the GL-5 to GS-12 range with strong benefits, recruitment incentives, and potential location assignments across the United States.

Newly appointed agents will receive intensive training at the Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, NM. Applicants must meet citizenship, residency, and age requirements and may qualify at multiple grade levels depending on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree.
• One year of general or specialized work experience relevant to law enforcement may substitute education.
• Knowledge of immigration and nationality law and firearms policies.
• Completion of Border Patrol Academy training is required after hiring.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning individuals suspected of violating immigration laws and inspecting documents.
• Pursuing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Performing patrols and checks across various environments using designated assets.
• Interpreting tracks, marks, and evidence to support enforcement actions.

Skills

Immigration law knowledge

Use of force policy knowledge

Criminal law & procedure knowledge

Firearms handling

Observation & interview techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Combination of experience and education

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. This role offers base pay in the GL-5 to GS-12 range with strong benefits, recruitment incentives, and potential location assignments across the United States.

Newly appointed agents will receive intensive training at the Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, NM. Applicants must meet citizenship, residency, and age requirements and may qualify at multiple grade levels depending on