Border Patrol Agent - Federal Law Enforcement (Incentives)

Customs and Border Protection; Highgate Springs (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents at multiple grades. The role offers competitive federal pay, strong benefits, and stability. Incentives include up to $20,000 recruitment pay and potential retention incentives.

Positions cover full-time duty with opportunities across various sectors. Training is provided at the Border Patrol Academy with extensive instruction in laws, enforcement, and operations.

Qualifications

• General work experience demonstrating leadership and calm under stress.
• Bachelor’s degree or successful completion of a 4-year program.
• Combination of experience and education may qualify for the role.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of immigration and customs violations.
• Inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens near borders using surveillance.
• Interpret tracks, marks, and evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband.
• Patrol the international boundary and coastal waterways using diverse assets.

Skills

Decision making under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Questioning and observation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Combination of Experience and Education

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents at multiple grades. The role offers competitive federal pay, strong benefits, and stability. Incentives include up to $20,000 recruitment pay and potential retention incentives.

Positions cover full-time duty with opportunities across various sectors. Training is provided at the Border Patrol Academy with extensive instruction in laws, enforcement, and operations.