Border Patrol Agent: Field Enforcement & National Security

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Generous leave program

Retirement plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is recruiting Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) for federal law enforcement roles. The position spans entry to mid-level grades with a strong base pay and competitive benefits.

Selection includes potential recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and possible additional retention incentives of up to $30,000 over three years. Duties include border patrol, immigration enforcement, and enforcing customs laws, with extensive training at the academy and eligibility for a

Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizens only.
• Minimum qualifications span GL-5/GL-7/GL-9/GS-11 with advancement to GS-12.
• Hires may require academy training and language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of violations and inspect documents.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens near borders.
• Interpret tracks, evidence, and documents; conduct checks.
• Patrol borders using vehicles, horses, vessels, and other assets.
• Work across duty locations with incentives linked to prioritized sites.

Skills

Knowledge of Immigration and Nationali

Knowledge of Use of Force Policy

Knowledge of Criminal Law and Proce

Using Physical Techniques

Using Firearms

Operation of a Motor Vehicle

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4-year program

Graduate-level education in related field

Combination of Experience & Education

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is recruiting Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) for federal law enforcement roles. The position spans entry to mid-level grades with a strong base pay and competitive benefits.

Selection includes potential recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and possible additional retention incentives of up to $30,000 over three years. Duties include border patrol, immigration enforcement, and enforcing customs laws, with extensive training at the academy and eligibility for a