Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Serve

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

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $20,000

Retention incentives up to $30,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to protect the United States at its borders.

BPAs can advance through GL-5 to GS-11 grades with strong promotion potential and competitive base pay. The role includes inspecting documents, questioning individuals, patrolling border areas with vehicles, horses, and boats, and joining a benefits-rich federal program with health, retirement, leave, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Citizenship and residency requirements for federal employment.
• General or specialized work experience may qualify for the GL-5/7/9/11 levels.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent coursework may substitute for some experience.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Interpreting tracks and evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Patrolling borders using vehicles, horses, vessels, and other assets.

Skills

Immigration Law

Use of Force

Criminal Law & Procedure

Firearms proficiency

Public safety

Tactical awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to protect the United States at its borders.

BPAs can advance through GL-5 to GS-11 grades with strong promotion potential and competitive base pay. The role includes inspecting documents, questioning individuals, patrolling border areas with vehicles, horses, and boats, and joining a benefits-rich federal program with health, retirement, leave, and training opportunities.