Border Patrol Agent - Federal LEO with Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Baton Rouge (LA); 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

Health and dental insurance

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) for full-time, entry to mid-level roles. The agency offers solid base pay, extensive federal benefits, and job stability.

Recruitment and retention incentives may apply, with a variety of duty locations across the U.S. Newly appointed BPAs may receive incentives up to $20,000, with additional retention incentives potential up to $30,000 over three years.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; or
• A bachelor’s degree or successful completion of a full four-year course leading to a bachelor’s degree; or
• A combination of experience and education submitted with your application.

Responsibilities

• Detect individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspect documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers using field surveillance and night operations.
• Patrol the international boundary and coastal waterways using a range of assets to fulfill the USBP mission.
• Interpret and follow tracks and physical evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Perform farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks.

Education

Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) for full-time, entry to mid-level roles. The agency offers solid base pay, extensive federal benefits, and job stability.

Recruitment and retention incentives may apply, with a variety of duty locations across the U.S. Newly appointed BPAs may receive incentives up to $20,000, with additional retention incentives potential up to $30,000 over three years.