Border Patrol Agent — Federal LEO with Incentives

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. CBP offers competitive base pay, robust benefits, and job stability, with recruitment and retention incentives available.

Typical duties include detecting and questioning individuals, border surveillance, and enforcing immigration laws. Training at the Border Patrol Academy is provided, and promotion potential exists across multiple grades within GL-5 to GS-11, with

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience OR a bachelor's degree OR a combination of experience and education.
• Specialized experience for higher grades includes firearms, law enforcement duties and related capabilities.
• Border Patrol Academy training provides formal instruction after hire.

Responsibilities

• Detects and questions individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations.
• Maintains surveillance near borders using various assets and night-operations equipment.
• Interprets tracks and physical evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Performs farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks.
• Patrols borders and waterways using vehicles, horses, vessels, and off-road equipment.

Skills

Immigration law knowledge

Use of force policy

Criminal law & procedure

Firearms handling

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. CBP offers competitive base pay, robust benefits, and job stability, with recruitment and retention incentives available.

Typical duties include detecting and questioning individuals, border surveillance, and enforcing immigration laws. Training at the Border Patrol Academy is provided, and promotion potential exists across multiple grades within GL-5 to GS-11, with