Federal Border Patrol Agent — Field Enforcement & Security

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

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Retention incentive

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. The role offers base pay at multiple grades, broad benefits, and strong job stability.

Recruitment and retention incentives are available, with location priority in several duty areas across the United States. Agents perform immigration and customs enforcement, conduct inspections, and patrol borders using vehicles, vessels, and other assets.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience or education showing ability to follow regulations and learn procedures.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field from an accredited college or university.
• Combination of general work experience and education can meet the requirements.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violations of immigration and customs laws.
• Inspect documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Patrol assigned areas and use various assets to fulfill CBP mission.
• Apply regulations and procedures during inspections and enforcement actions.

Skills

General work experience

Judgment under pressure

Discretion and decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. The role offers base pay at multiple grades, broad benefits, and strong job stability.

Recruitment and retention incentives are available, with location priority in several duty areas across the United States. Agents perform immigration and customs enforcement, conduct inspections, and patrol borders using vehicles, vessels, and other assets.