Border Patrol Agent - Protect & Patrol U.S. Borders

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Eagle Lake (ME); 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 recruiting Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to fill full‑time entry and mid‑level positions. Education or prior public safety experience may qualify.

The job offers strong base pay, federal benefits, and potential recruitment/retention incentives. Assignments involve border surveillance, questioning, document inspection, and enforcement duties across various duty locations. Promotions and competitive salaries accompany a robust portfolio of benefits and a clear

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience or equivalent education/combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor’s degree.
• Combination of experience and education evaluated via resume and transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration or customs violations.
• Inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Patrol borders using various assets to prevent entry and apprehend unlawful individuals or contraband.
• Perform farm, city, transport, and traffic checks as part of assigned duties.
• Operate in multiple sector locations across the U.S. as required.

Skills

Judgment under pressure

Interrogation skills

Interviewing people

Decision making

Firearms proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or four-year degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is recruiting Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to fill full‑time entry and mid‑level positions. Education or prior public safety experience may qualify.

The job offers strong base pay, federal benefits, and potential recruitment/retention incentives. Assignments involve border surveillance, questioning, document inspection, and enforcement duties across various duty locations. Promotions and competitive salaries accompany a robust portfolio of benefits and a clear