Border Patrol Agent: Join Our Federal LEO Mission

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

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment Incentive

Retention Incentive

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) in multiple grades. The role supports federal law enforcement with responsibilities across border security, investigations, and document examinations.

The position offers strong federal benefits and a clear path for advancement. Recruitment and retention incentives may apply, with base pay varying by grade from GL-5 to GS-11, and potential for additional location-based incentives.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience that shows ability to take charge, make sound decisions and remain calm in stressful situations
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree
• Combination of general work experience and college education will be evaluated via resume and transcripts

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 near borders using surveillance and night-vision equipment
• Interpreting tracks, marks and other physical evidence of illegal entry or contraband
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks
• Patrolling international boundaries and coastal waterways using various government assets for the CBP mission

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) in multiple grades. The role supports federal law enforcement with responsibilities across border security, investigations, and document examinations.

The position offers strong federal benefits and a clear path for advancement. Recruitment and retention incentives may apply, with base pay varying by grade from GL-5 to GS-11, and potential for additional location-based incentives.