Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level

About the role

The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) is hiring immediate entry-level positions in federal law enforcement. Ideal candidates have experience in public safety, security, military police, or law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders.
• Perform farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
• Patrol the international border and coastal waterways using various government assets.

Requirements

• One year of general work experience demonstrating leadership, decision-making, and stress management.
• One year of specialized work experience showing skills in making sound judgments, dealing with people effectively, and analyzing information.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and have at least three years of continuous U.S. residency.
• Must not be older than 40 years of age.

Qualifications

• GL-5: One year of general work experience or a bachelor's degree with satisfactory academic achievement.
• GL-7: One year of specialized work experience or a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, or a full year of graduate-level education in a related field.

Benefits

• Up to $60,000 in additional incentives, including a $20,000 recruitment incentive and a $40,000 retention incentive over the first four years.
• Excellent salary range of $51,632-$92,912 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Pay

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed Border Patrol Agents varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $51,632- $92,912 per year.

Schedule

U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and other insurance plans.
• A generous annual and sick leave program.
• Participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan similar to a traditional ROTH 401(k).

Application

To apply, click the Apply button on this site. Complete the pre-screening questions and follow instructions to submit your application through USAJOBS. Be sure to review all details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all application instructions, including submitting your resume and transcripts.