Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
About the role
The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) is hiring immediate entry-level positions for federal law enforcement careers. Candidates with prior experience in public safety, security, military police, or law enforcement are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Deterring illicit activity and safeguarding borders
- Inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations
- Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers
- Maintaining surveillance and conducting night operations
- Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence
- Performing various types of checks and patrols
- Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways
Requirements
- One year of general work experience or a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement
- Specialized work experience for GL-7 grade level
- Citizenship and primary U.S. residency requirements
- Age restrictions and veterans' preference considerations
Qualifications
- Experience in public safety, security, military police, or law enforcement
- Ability to make sound judgments and decisions in stressful situations
- Skills in making arrests, dealing with people in a courteous manner, and analyzing information
- Proficiency with Spanish and English
Benefits
- Up to $60,000 in additional incentives
- Excellent base pay and benefits package
- Retirement plan similar to a traditional ROTH 401(k)
Pay
Annual Base Salary for newly appointed Border Patrol Agents varies per grade, ranging from $51,632 to $92,912 per year.
Schedule
Duty locations may include the Southwest Border, with prioritized locations such as Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; and Ajo, AZ.
Application
To apply, click the Apply button on this site and follow the instructions to complete your application on USAJOBS. Be sure to review all details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all application instructions.