Border Patrol Agent — Federal Law Enforcement with Impact

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Grand Forks (ND); 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

Federal employment benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks a Border Patrol Agent (BPA) to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer cadre. The role includes patrolling borders, inspecting documents, and preventing illegal entry with a range of assets.

Base pay varies by grade, with lifelong federal benefits and potential recruitment incentives. Opportunities span entry to mid-level positions, with eligibility based on education or prior public safety experience.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience or education substituting for experience.
• Ability to gather information through questioning and observation.
• Ability to learn regulations and methods in law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration or customs violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Interpret evidence and perform security checks and patrols.
• Patrol international boundaries and waterways using various assets.

Skills

Judgment under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree / four-year course

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks a Border Patrol Agent (BPA) to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer cadre. The role includes patrolling borders, inspecting documents, and preventing illegal entry with a range of assets.

Base pay varies by grade, with lifelong federal benefits and potential recruitment incentives. Opportunities span entry to mid-level positions, with eligibility based on education or prior public safety experience.