Border Patrol Agent: Protect the U.S. Border (Federal LEO)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Edgewood Park (NY); 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 package

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applicants for Border Patrol Agent (BPA). With more than 69,000 employees, CBP is one of the world’s largest law enforcement organizations and the largest federal agency in DHS.

CBP protects the United States by preventing terrorists and their weapons from entering the country while facilitating lawful travel and trade. As a BPA, you will join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer profession.

Qualifications

• U.S. CBP offers entry and mid-level BPA roles based on education or prior public safety experience.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration or customs violations.
• Inspect documents and belongings to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented individuals and smugglers at or near borders.
• Interpret tracks and physical evidence of illegal entry and contraband.
• Patrol borders and waterways using various assets to fulfill the USBP mission.

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applicants for Border Patrol Agent (BPA). With more than 69,000 employees, CBP is one of the world’s largest law enforcement organizations and the largest federal agency in DHS.

CBP protects the United States by preventing terrorists and their weapons from entering the country while facilitating lawful travel and trade. As a BPA, you will join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer profession.