Border Patrol Agent — Federal LEO with $50k Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Moreno Valley (CA); 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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) in various grades from GL-5 to GS-11, with comprehensive federal benefits. Roles involve border security, enforcing immigration laws, and safeguarding U.S.

borders. Recruitment and retention incentives may total up to $50,000, with location-based incentives and a clear path for career advancement. Base pay varies by grade from $51,632 to $124,717 per year.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge and stay calm under stress.
• Bachelor's degree or completion of a full four-year program from an accredited college.
• Combination of general work experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using surveillance and night-ops.
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using various government assets.

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) in various grades from GL-5 to GS-11, with comprehensive federal benefits. Roles involve border security, enforcing immigration laws, and safeguarding U.S.

borders. Recruitment and retention incentives may total up to $50,000, with location-based incentives and a clear path for career advancement. Base pay varies by grade from $51,632 to $124,717 per year.