Border Patrol Agent: Protect the Border & Nation

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Lisbon (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is urgently hiring to fill full-time Border Patrol Agent roles. The BPA will perform border security tasks, assess immigration and customs violations, and operate under the Federal Law Enforcement Officer program.

Applicants may qualify with relevant education or prior safety/public safety experience. Training includes academy work and on-the-job assignments across prioritized locations.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience showing ability to take charge and stay composed.
• Bachelor's degree or completion of a full four-year course of study in any field.
• Specialized law enforcement experience or training may be considered.
• U.S. residency requirements and eligibility for federal service.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration or customs violations.
• Apprehend undocumented migrants and smugglers near borders using surveillance.
• Patrol borders with vehicles, horses, vessels and other assets as assigned.
• Prepare investigative reports and gather evidence for cases.
• Make arrests and enforce laws using firearms when required.
• Undergo Border Patrol Academy training and perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Decision making

Firearms proficiency

Situational awareness

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is urgently hiring to fill full-time Border Patrol Agent roles. The BPA will perform border security tasks, assess immigration and customs violations, and operate under the Federal Law Enforcement Officer program.

Applicants may qualify with relevant education or prior safety/public safety experience. Training includes academy work and on-the-job assignments across prioritized locations.