Border Patrol Agent: Federal Law Enforcement Pro

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Rillito (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

Health, dental and other insurance; Th

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join a large federal law enforcement team. The position offers full-time roles at entry and mid-level levels with competitive base pay, robust benefits, and job stability.

Incentives may include recruitment and retention bonuses with prioritized duty locations across U.S. postings. Salary ranges from $51,632 to $124,717 per year depending on grade, with eligibility for health, dental, and retirement plans and a strong

Qualifications

• Experience: One year of general work experience showing ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and remain calm under stress.
• Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or completion of a full four-year course of study.
• Combination of Experience and Education: A mix of general work experience and college education.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of immigration or customs violations and inspect documents.
• Prevent undocumented individuals and smugglers near borders using surveillance methods.
• Interpret tracks and evidence of illegal entry and contraband.
• Perform checks on farms, buildings, traffic, and at transportation hubs.
• Patrol international boundaries and coastal areas using various government assets.

Skills

Decision making

Law enforcement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4-year degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join a large federal law enforcement team. The position offers full-time roles at entry and mid-level levels with competitive base pay, robust benefits, and job stability.

Incentives may include recruitment and retention bonuses with prioritized duty locations across U.S. postings. Salary ranges from $51,632 to $124,717 per year depending on grade, with eligibility for health, dental, and retirement plans and a strong