Federal Border Patrol Agent: Protect, Patrol, Respond

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Calais (ME); 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 employment benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is actively hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) in full-time roles at entry and mid-career levels, with education or related public safety experience qualifying you for the role.

The agency offers strong base pay, broad federal benefits, and retention incentives to support new agents. Typical duties include border patrol tasks, document checks, and surveillance to deter illegal entry while maintaining public safety.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and learn regulations.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field from an accredited college or university; OR
• A combination of general work experience AND completed college education, as submitted with your application.

Responsibilities

• Detect individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations and inspect documents.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using various assets.
• Perform patrols and checks across roads, buildings, and transportation points to uphold CBP missions.

Skills

General work experience

Law enforcement aptitude

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is actively hiring Border Patrol Agents (BPA) in full-time roles at entry and mid-career levels, with education or related public safety experience qualifying you for the role.

The agency offers strong base pay, broad federal benefits, and retention incentives to support new agents. Typical duties include border patrol tasks, document checks, and surveillance to deter illegal entry while maintaining public safety.