Border Patrol Agent — Guard the U.S. Border & Communities

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement plan

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to enforce immigration and customs laws at multiple duty locations across the United States. Agents will conduct inquiries, inspect documents, and perform patrols using diverse assets to uphold border security and safety.

The role offers strong federal benefits, including health/dental insurance and the Thrift Savings Plan, with recruitment incentives and career stability. Training occurs at the Border Patrol Academy.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree.
• Combination of experience and education may satisfy requirements.
• Specialized experience may apply at higher grades (GL-7/GS-11).

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration or customs violations.
• Inspect documents to determine citizenship or compliance.
• Patrol borders and perform checks using various vehicles and assets.
• Respond to incidents and maintain security per law enforcement guidelines.

Skills

Decision making

Observation

Questioning

Interpersonal skills

Situational awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to enforce immigration and customs laws at multiple duty locations across the United States. Agents will conduct inquiries, inspect documents, and perform patrols using diverse assets to uphold border security and safety.

The role offers strong federal benefits, including health/dental insurance and the Thrift Savings Plan, with recruitment incentives and career stability. Training occurs at the Border Patrol Academy.