Border Patrol Agent: Protect, Patrol, Serve

Jobtome; Eden (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Retention incentive

Health and dental plans

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to detect and question individuals, prevent illegal entries, and patrol borders using diverse assets. Roles require handling high-stakes situations with sound judgment and physical fitness, plus eligibility for multiple pay grades (GL-5/7/9 or GS-11).

Training is provided under federal programs. New agents may qualify for recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000 over three years, with federal

Qualifications

• Experience: One year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or completion of a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.
• Combination of Experience and Education: A mix of general work experience and college education.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using various assets.

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to detect and question individuals, prevent illegal entries, and patrol borders using diverse assets. Roles require handling high-stakes situations with sound judgment and physical fitness, plus eligibility for multiple pay grades (GL-5/7/9 or GS-11).

Training is provided under federal programs. New agents may qualify for recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000 over three years, with federal