Border Patrol Agent - Federal LEO with Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Saint Francis (AR); 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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to enforce immigration and customs laws, protect the nation, and perform a range of field duties. Training is provided at the Border Patrol Academy, with opportunities for varied duty locations and incentives.

Benefits include health and retirement plans, leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan. Eligible for recruitment and retention incentives up to $50,000 combined, depending on location and grade.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification includes one year of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree for GL-5.
• Combination of experience and education accepted for higher grades.
• Specialized experience required for GL-9/GS-11 level duties.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of violating immigration laws and inspect documents.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Interpret tracks, marks and evidence of illegal entry and contraband.
• Perform checks on farms, buildings, traffic, and transportation.
• Patrol borders and waterways using various assets.

Skills

Knowledge of Immigration Law

Use of Force Policy

Criminal Law & Procedure

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to enforce immigration and customs laws, protect the nation, and perform a range of field duties. Training is provided at the Border Patrol Academy, with opportunities for varied duty locations and incentives.

Benefits include health and retirement plans, leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan. Eligible for recruitment and retention incentives up to $50,000 combined, depending on location and grade.