Border Patrol Agent: Protect & Patrol the Border

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

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $20,000

Retention incentive up to $30,000

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Health and dental insurance

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer corps.

The role includes patrol, investigation, and interdiction tasks at various duty locations across the United States, with academy training and career progression. Salary ranges from $51,632 to $124,717/year, with recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000, plus comprehensive federal benefits and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Immigration and Nationality Law.
• Knowledge of Use of Force Policy.
• Knowledge of Criminal Law and Procedure.
• Skill in Using Physical Techniques (self-defense, etc.).
• Skill in Using Firearms (handgun, shotgun, M-4).
• Skills in Basic Operation of a Motor Vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning individuals suspected of immigration or customs violations.
• Patrolling and supporting border security operations with various assets.
• Interpreting tracks, evidence, and documents during enforcement actions.
• Conducting checks of farms, buildings, traffic, and transportation as part of patrols.
• Maintaining border integrity while adhering to safety and protocol.

Skills

Knowledge of Immigration law

Knowledge of Use of Force Policy

Knowledge of Criminal Law and Procedur

Skill in Using Physical Techniques

Skill in Using Firearms

Skill in Vehicle Operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer corps.

The role includes patrol, investigation, and interdiction tasks at various duty locations across the United States, with academy training and career progression. Salary ranges from $51,632 to $124,717/year, with recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000, plus comprehensive federal benefits and retirement plans.