Border Patrol Agent: Federal LEO on the Frontline

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. The role involves enforcing immigration and border protection laws, with base pay and comprehensive benefits.

Recruitment and retention incentives are available, and duty locations span many sectors nationwide. Initial qualifications cover experience or education substitutions, with GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, or GS-11 levels and potential promotion to GS-12.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of immigration and nationality law requirements.
• Familiarity with force policies and firearms qualifications.
• Understanding of criminal law and procedures.
• Ability to perform physical techniques and use firearms when required.
• Ability to operate a vehicle and conduct patrols.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented individuals near borders.
• Interpret tracks and evidence of illegal entry.
• Perform farm/building/traffic checks and routine patrols.
• Patrol borders and waterways using diverse assets.

Skills

Knowledge of Immigration Law

Use of Force Policy

Criminal Law & Procedure

Use of Firearms

Physical Techniques

Motor Vehicle Operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate study in related field

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. The role involves enforcing immigration and border protection laws, with base pay and comprehensive benefits.

Recruitment and retention incentives are available, and duty locations span many sectors nationwide. Initial qualifications cover experience or education substitutions, with GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, or GS-11 levels and potential promotion to GS-12.