Border Patrol Agent: Federal Law Enforcement Career

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; North Great River (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join the federal law enforcement workforce.

The role emphasizes border security, immigration enforcement, and public safety through patrols, inspections, and proactive presence at varied duty locations across the United States. This position offers competitive base pay within GL-5/7/9/11 grades, comprehensive federal benefits, and potential recruitment incentives up to $20,000 with possible retention incentives up to

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience that demonstrates ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and stay composed in stressful situations.
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent four-year course of study from an accredited college or university.
• Combination of experience and education may also qualify for higher grades.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using surveillance and various assets.
• Interpret tracks and evidence of illegal entry and conduct checks across farm, building, traffic, and city patrols.

Skills

Decision making under stress

Questioning & interviewing

Patrol & surveillance

General work experience

Knowledge of immigration law

Firearms use

Education

Bachelor's degree

Full four-year course of study

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join the federal law enforcement workforce.

The role emphasizes border security, immigration enforcement, and public safety through patrols, inspections, and proactive presence at varied duty locations across the United States. This position offers competitive base pay within GL-5/7/9/11 grades, comprehensive federal benefits, and potential recruitment incentives up to $20,000 with possible retention incentives up to