Federal Border Patrol Agent: Protect & Serve

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

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $20,000 Recruitment Incentive

Up to $30,000 Retention Incentive

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to enhance national security and enforce immigration laws.

The role offers competitive base pay, comprehensive federal benefits, and incentives, with duty locations across the United States and opportunities at GL-5 through GS-12 levels. Newly appointed BPAs may receive recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000 over three years.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree.
• One year of general work experience demonstrating the ability to take charge, learn regulations, and gather information.
• Combination of experience and education may qualify for higher grades.
• Note: Veterans preference and direct hire authority may apply to eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Interpret tracks and evidence of illegal entry and contraband.
• Perform farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks.
• Patrol border areas using various assets to fulfill CBP mission.

Skills

Decision making under stress

Questioning and observation

Public safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to enhance national security and enforce immigration laws.

The role offers competitive base pay, comprehensive federal benefits, and incentives, with duty locations across the United States and opportunities at GL-5 through GS-12 levels. Newly appointed BPAs may receive recruitment incentives up to $20,000 and retention incentives up to $30,000 over three years.