Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Earn Incentives

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

Job summary

The Border Patrol Agent (BPA) position is with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). BPAs serve as federal law enforcement officers at the GL-5/7/9 or GS-11 levels, with opportunities for advancement and strong benefits.

CBP offers recruitment incentives up to $20,000, potential retention incentives up to $30,000, and an extra $10,000 for prioritized duty locations. Vacancies span numerous sectors across the United States.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating the ability to lead, make sound decisions and stay composed in stressful situations.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study from an accredited college or university.
• Combination of general work experience and education may be considered with proper documentation.

Responsibilities

• Detect immigration and customs violations and inspect documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers, maintaining surveillance near borders.
• Interpret tracks and evidence of illegal entry and contraband.
• Perform farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks.
• Patrol borders and waterways using diverse assets to fulfill CBP mission.

Skills

Judgment

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Situational awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Experience-education substitution

Job description

The Border Patrol Agent (BPA) position is with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). BPAs serve as federal law enforcement officers at the GL-5/7/9 or GS-11 levels, with opportunities for advancement and strong benefits.

CBP offers recruitment incentives up to $20,000, potential retention incentives up to $30,000, and an extra $10,000 for prioritized duty locations. Vacancies span numerous sectors across the United States.