Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Sign-On & Retention Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 65,545 - 124,717; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $20,000

Retention incentive up to $40,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring experienced Border Patrol Agents (GL‑9/GS‑11) for full‑time, career positions with substantial incentives and location options across the Southwest and other duty locations.

The role emphasizes enforcing immigration and customs laws, supervising detailed investigations, and safeguarding borders with a robust benefits package. New hires may receive recruitment and retention incentives up to $60,000 and a base pay range of $65,545–$124,717, plus

Qualifications

• Specialized experience required for GL‑9/GS‑11 levels as described in duties and responsibilities.
• Proficient use of firearms, preparation of investigative reports, and serving court orders.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws, inspecting documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers at or near borders using surveillance and covert positions.
• Following tracks and evidence of illegal entry; performing checks and patrols across various locations.
• Patrolling international boundaries and coastal waterways using a range of government assets.

Skills

Investigative reports

Firearms proficiency

Apprehension techniques

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring experienced Border Patrol Agents (GL‑9/GS‑11) for full‑time, career positions with substantial incentives and location options across the Southwest and other duty locations.

The role emphasizes enforcing immigration and customs laws, supervising detailed investigations, and safeguarding borders with a robust benefits package. New hires may receive recruitment and retention incentives up to $60,000 and a base pay range of $65,545–$124,717, plus