Border Patrol Agent: Protect & Patrol the Border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Windham (CT); 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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to join a large federal law enforcement team. The role involves duties at or near the border, with opportunities across multiple duty locations nationwide and a path from entry to higher grades.

The agency offers substantial benefits and career stability. Selected BPAs will be eligible for recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000, with base pay varying by grade and experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Immigration and Nationality Law.
• Knowledge of the Use of Force Policy.
• Knowledge of Criminal Law and Procedure.
• Skill in Using Physical Techniques.
• Skill in Using Firearms.
• Skills in Basic Operation of a Motor Vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using surveillance and varied assets.
• Interpreting tracks, marks and other physical evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols and transportation checks.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using vehicles, horses, vessels, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles and motorcycles.

Skills

Knowledge of Immigration and Nationaly

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to join a large federal law enforcement team. The role involves duties at or near the border, with opportunities across multiple duty locations nationwide and a path from entry to higher grades.

The agency offers substantial benefits and career stability. Selected BPAs will be eligible for recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000, with base pay varying by grade and experience.