Border Patrol Agent - Protect the Border & Enforce Law

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Oswego Township (IL); 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

Federal benefits: health, dental, and

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to serve across multiple duty locations in the United States. Roles involve detecting and questioning potential violators, inspecting documents, and patrolling borders with a variety of assets as part of the CBP mission.

The position offers base pay in the GL/GS ranges, competitive federal benefits, and recruitment incentives with potential retention bonuses, making it a stable federal career path.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience or education substituting for experience.
• Combination of experience and college education also acceptable at the GL levels.
• Specialized knowledge and training may advance grade level eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of immigration or customs violations and inspect documents.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented individuals and smugglers near borders using surveillance and assets.
• Interpret tracks, marks and other evidence of illegal entry or contraband.
• Perform inspections, checks, and patrols across various locations and terrains.
• Patrol borders using vehicles, horses, vessels and off-road equipment to fulfill CBP mission.

Skills

Decision making under stress

Observation and questioning

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPA) to serve across multiple duty locations in the United States. Roles involve detecting and questioning potential violators, inspecting documents, and patrolling borders with a variety of assets as part of the CBP mission.

The position offers base pay in the GL/GS ranges, competitive federal benefits, and recruitment incentives with potential retention bonuses, making it a stable federal career path.