Border Patrol Agent: Protect the U.S. Border

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Generous annual and sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) across multiple grades. The role offers engaging law enforcement duties, federal benefits, and potential recruitment incentives to support career growth and relocation to prioritized locations.

BPAs receive comprehensive training, health and retirement plans, and opportunities for advancement within a large federal agency. The position is full-time with extensive nationwide responsibilities across duty locations.

Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. citizen required.
• Residency: Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
• Age restriction: Must be referred for selection before 40th birthday (with certain exceptions).
• Formal training: Border Patrol Academy, language training in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Interpret evidence and surveillance tracks to enforce laws.
• Conduct inspections and checks of farms, buildings, traffic, and transportation.
• Patrol international boundaries and waterways using various assets.

Skills

Knowledge of Immigration and Nationali

Knowledge of Use of Force Policy

Knowledge of Criminal Law and Procedur

Skill in Using Physical Techniques

Skill in Using Firearms

Basic Motor Vehicle Operation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) across multiple grades. The role offers engaging law enforcement duties, federal benefits, and potential recruitment incentives to support career growth and relocation to prioritized locations.

BPAs receive comprehensive training, health and retirement plans, and opportunities for advancement within a large federal agency. The position is full-time with extensive nationwide responsibilities across duty locations.