Border Patrol Agent — Federal LEO with Benefits & Incentives

Customs and Border Protection; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement plan

Job summary

CBP is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) in the United States at the GL-5, GL-7, GL-9 and GS-11 levels, with promotion potential to GS-12. Base pay ranges from $51,632 to $124,717 per year, plus comprehensive federal benefits and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Newly appointed BPAs may receive recruitment incentives up to $20,000, with additional retention incentives possible. Duty locations span multiple sectors across the country, with potential relocation to prioritize locations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Immigration and Nationality Law and how it applies to border enforcement.
• Familiarity with Use of Force policies and firearms qualification.
• Understanding of Criminal Law and procedures relevant to enforcement actions.
• Ability to execute physical techniques for self-defense and control.
• Adept at safe handling of firearms and related investigations.
• Competence in basic operation and navigation of motor vehicles in field operations.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations and inspect documents to determine eligibility.
• Prevent, apprehend and detain unauthorized noncitizens and smugglers near borders using surveillance and field methods.
• Interpret tracks and evidence to determine entry or contraband, including night operations with infrared scopes.
• Conduct farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks as part of routine patrols.
• Patrol international boundaries and waterways using diverse government assets to fulfill CBP mission.

Skills

Immigration law

Use of force

Criminal law

Physical techniques

Firearms

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CBP is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) in the United States at the GL-5, GL-7, GL-9 and GS-11 levels, with promotion potential to GS-12. Base pay ranges from $51,632 to $124,717 per year, plus comprehensive federal benefits and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Newly appointed BPAs may receive recruitment incentives up to $20,000, with additional retention incentives possible. Duty locations span multiple sectors across the country, with potential relocation to prioritize locations.