Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders in Federal Service

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Modesto (CA); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 125.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Recruitment incentive

Retention incentive

Federal benefits

Descripción de la vacante

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect US borders and enforce immigration and customs laws. The role offers strong federal benefits, job stability, and potential recruitment incentives.

Positions are available at multiple grade levels (GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11), with pathways to higher ranks based on experience and education. New agents may receive recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000 over three years.

Formación

• One year of general work experience OR a bachelor's degree OR a combination of experience and education to qualify for GL-5.
• For GL-7, education substitution available; superior academic achievement or related graduate study may apply.
• GS-11 level may require specialized experience and credentials as outlined in the notice.

Responsabilidades

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations and inspect documents.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented entrants and smugglers using field surveillance.
• Interpret tracks and evidence of illegal entry and conduct checks across multiple settings.
• Patrol borders and coastal areas using various government assets to fulfill CBP missions.

Conocimientos

Decision making under pressure

Firearms proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Educación

Bachelor's degree or higher

Descripción del empleo

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect US borders and enforce immigration and customs laws. The role offers strong federal benefits, job stability, and potential recruitment incentives.

Positions are available at multiple grade levels (GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11), with pathways to higher ranks based on experience and education. New agents may receive recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000 over three years.