Border Patrol Agent - Protect Borders & Serve as Federal LEO

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is recruiting Border Patrol Agents in a full-time capacity across entry and mid-level grades (GL-5 to GS-12). Salaries range by grade, with incentives including up to $20,000 recruitment and up to $30,000 retention.

Benefits include health and retirement plans, generous leave, and Thrift Savings Plan. Positions may require relocation within the United States and academy training. Citizenship and residency requirements apply; bilingual ability may be an asset.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of immigration and nationality laws and use of force policies.
• Ability to analyze information rapidly and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency with firearms and investigative reporting as part of law enforcement duties.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning individuals suspected of immigration or customs violations.
• Patrolling borders and associated assets to deter illegal entry and smuggling.
• Interpreting evidence and documents to determine violations; conducting checks and patrols.

Skills

Immigration law knowledge

Use of force knowledge

Criminal law understanding

Firearms proficiency

Vehicle operation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

None

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is recruiting Border Patrol Agents in a full-time capacity across entry and mid-level grades (GL-5 to GS-12). Salaries range by grade, with incentives including up to $20,000 recruitment and up to $30,000 retention.

Benefits include health and retirement plans, generous leave, and Thrift Savings Plan. Positions may require relocation within the United States and academy training. Citizenship and residency requirements apply; bilingual ability may be an asset.