Border Patrol Agent — Federal LEO with Incentives

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

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to safeguard the United States by preventing illegal entry and protecting borders. This federal role offers base pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability with opportunities for career advancement within a large agency.

BPAs perform patrols, investigations, and inspections across diverse environments, earning competitive salaries with potential recruitment incentives and a strong emphasis on public safety and service.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating decision making under stress.
• Ability to learn regulations and procedures through training and on-the-job instruction.
• Ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and document review.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Interpreting tracks, evidence, and other indicators of illegal entry or contraband.
• Performing checks of farms, buildings, traffic, and city patrols.
• Patrolling borders and waterways using various government assets.

Skills

Decision making

Interpersonal communication

Observation & questioning

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Firearms handling

Vehicle operation

Job description

Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to safeguard the United States by preventing illegal entry and protecting borders. This federal role offers base pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability with opportunities for career advancement within a large agency.

BPAs perform patrols, investigations, and inspections across diverse environments, earning competitive salaries with potential recruitment incentives and a strong emphasis on public safety and service.