Border Patrol Agent — Federal LEO with Incentives & Benefits

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Carlsbad (CA); 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 insurance and retirement plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is recruiting Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer cadre. This full-time role offers base pay, comprehensive benefits, and strong job stability with attractive recruitment and retention incentives.

Positions span entry and mid-level grades with a clear pathway to advancement. Duty locations across the United States provide diverse assignments, including border and coastal patrols, supported by a robust retirement plan.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers at or near the borders, using surveillance from covert positions including infrared scopes.
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and physical evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using various assets to fulfill the USBP mission.

Skills

Decision making

Public safety

Situational awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Combination of experience and education

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is recruiting Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer cadre. This full-time role offers base pay, comprehensive benefits, and strong job stability with attractive recruitment and retention incentives.

Positions span entry and mid-level grades with a clear pathway to advancement. Duty locations across the United States provide diverse assignments, including border and coastal patrols, supported by a robust retirement plan.