Lead Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Hodgdon (ME); On-site; USD 109,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a reemployed annuitant Border Patrol Agent in GS-13. The announcement notes a salary range of $109,383 to $142,199 and allows two location preferences.

The role emphasizes enforcing immigration laws, border protection, and collaboration with federal agencies to secure the homeland. The position requires prior law enforcement experience, successful completion of related training, and compliance with federal background checks.

Qualifications

• Specialized law enforcement experience with the ability to arrest and use firearms.
• Ability to analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions.
• Experience developing case work and investigating smuggling operations.

Responsibilities

• Prevent illegal entry and apprehend smugglers or aliens in the U.S.
• Patrol borders using varied assets and conduct surveillance.
• Interpret and enforce immigration laws and related rules.
• Coordinate investigations and provide operational recommendations.

Skills

Arrest & firearms

Judgment under pressure

Intelligence analysis

Smuggling investigations

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a reemployed annuitant Border Patrol Agent in GS-13. The announcement notes a salary range of $109,383 to $142,199 and allows two location preferences.

The role emphasizes enforcing immigration laws, border protection, and collaboration with federal agencies to secure the homeland. The position requires prior law enforcement experience, successful completion of related training, and compliance with federal background checks.