Border Patrol Agent — Federal LEO with Incentives

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to serve as federal law enforcement officers in a full-time capacity across the United States. The role offers base pay with robust benefits and an incentive program for recruitment and retention.

Eligibility includes a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; promotion potential exists to higher grades. Duties include screening individuals, detecting violations, and patrolling diverse terrains using multiple assets.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating leadership and composure.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course.
• Combination of experience and education may qualify for consideration.
• Experience with firearms, investigations, or law enforcement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Detect immigration and customs violations and inspect documents.
• Apprehend undocumented individuals and monitor areas using various platforms.
• Interpret tracks and physical evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Perform checks on farms, buildings, traffic, and city patrols.
• Patrol borders with vehicles, horses, vessels, and other assets.

Skills

General work experience

Decision making under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Four-year degree required

Combination of experience and education

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to serve as federal law enforcement officers in a full-time capacity across the United States. The role offers base pay with robust benefits and an incentive program for recruitment and retention.

Eligibility includes a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; promotion potential exists to higher grades. Duties include screening individuals, detecting violations, and patrolling diverse terrains using multiple assets.