Border Patrol Agent - Federal LEO (Career)

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites qualified candidates to become Border Patrol Agents (BPA), part of a large federal law enforcement team. Roles cover entry and mid-level career positions with strong base pay, benefits, and job stability.

Typical duties include immigration and customs screening, surveillance near borders, and following physical evidence to deter illegal entry. Incentives up to 20,000 and diverse duty locations are offered.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Combination of general work experience and education may satisfy the requirements.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violations of immigration and customs laws and inspect documents to determine eligibility.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using surveillance and other assets.
• Interpret evidence of illegal entry and perform various checks (farm, building, traffic, city, transportation).
• Patrol international boundaries and coastal waterways using vehicles, horses, vessels and other equipment to fulfill CBP missions.

Skills

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Public safety

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites qualified candidates to become Border Patrol Agents (BPA), part of a large federal law enforcement team. Roles cover entry and mid-level career positions with strong base pay, benefits, and job stability.

Typical duties include immigration and customs screening, surveillance near borders, and following physical evidence to deter illegal entry. Incentives up to 20,000 and diverse duty locations are offered.