Frontier Patrol Agent: Safeguard Borders & Enforce Law

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Waterbury (CT); 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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to safeguard the United States and enforce immigration and customs laws. Positions include entry and mid-level roles with clear promotion paths and robust federal benefits.

Base pay varies by grade (GL-5 to GS-11) with schedules and incentives, including recruitment and retention bonuses. Training is provided at the Border Patrol Academy and through assignments across multiple duty locations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Immigration and Nationality Law and related policy.
• Familiarity with use-of-force policy and firearms safety.
• Understanding of criminal law and procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violations and inspect documents for compliance.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Interpret tracks and evidence of illegal entry and contraband.
• Conduct farm, building, traffic, and city patrols to enforce laws.
• Patrol international boundaries using vehicles, horses, vessels, and other assets.

Skills

Immigration law knowledge

Use of force policy

Criminal law & procedure

Physical techniques

Firearms handling

Vehicle operations

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to safeguard the United States and enforce immigration and customs laws. Positions include entry and mid-level roles with clear promotion paths and robust federal benefits.

Base pay varies by grade (GL-5 to GS-11) with schedules and incentives, including recruitment and retention bonuses. Training is provided at the Border Patrol Academy and through assignments across multiple duty locations.