Border Patrol Agent: Federal Law Enforcement, Field Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $20,000

Retention incentive up to $30,000

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) at multiple entry and mid-level grades to protect the United States at the border while upholding laws and safeguarding communities.

This full-time federal role offers strong base pay, comprehensive benefits including health and retirement plans, paid leave, and recruitment/retention incentives, with various duty locations nationwide.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge and learn regulations.
• Bachelor's degree or completion of a full four-year course of study in any field.
• Combination of experience and education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented individuals and smugglers near borders using surveillance.
• Interpreting tracks and evidence of illegal entry, performing checks, and patrolling borders and waterways.

Skills

General work experience

Education substitution

Law enforcement knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) at multiple entry and mid-level grades to protect the United States at the border while upholding laws and safeguarding communities.

This full-time federal role offers strong base pay, comprehensive benefits including health and retirement plans, paid leave, and recruitment/retention incentives, with various duty locations nationwide.