Border Patrol Agent - Federal Law Enforcement Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agent (BPA) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. This role involves screening individuals, preventing illegal entry, and patrolling borders with a variety of assets.

The position offers base pay at multiple grade levels, comprehensive federal benefits, and recruitment/retention incentives. Eligible locations are listed with prioritized incentives.

Qualifications

• Experience shows ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and communicate clearly in stressful situations.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field.
• Combination of experience and education acceptable with resume/transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration laws; inspecting documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using surveillance and night-vision equipment.
• Interpreting tracks and other evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Performing farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks.
• Patrolling the international boundary and waterways using government assets to fulfill CBP mission.

Skills

Make sound judgments

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or four-year degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agent (BPA) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. This role involves screening individuals, preventing illegal entry, and patrolling borders with a variety of assets.

The position offers base pay at multiple grade levels, comprehensive federal benefits, and recruitment/retention incentives. Eligible locations are listed with prioritized incentives.