Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level

About the role

The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) is hiring for full-time, entry-level, career positions in federal law enforcement. These positions offer a chance to join an elite team dedicated to protecting America.

Responsibilities

• Deterring and questioning individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Maintaining surveillance and conducting night operations using infrared scopes.
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry.
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
• Patrolling the international border and coastal waterways using various government assets.

Requirements

• One year of general work experience demonstrating the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• One year of specialized work experience showing skills necessary for making sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms, dealing effectively with people in a courteous manner, and analyzing information rapidly.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English.

Qualifications

• GL-5: Experience or education as outlined.
• GL-7: Experience or education as outlined, plus superior academic achievement or graduate-level education.

Benefits

• Annual Base Salary ranging from $51,632 to $92,912 per year.
• Exceptional benefits including health, dental, and other insurance plans, generous leave programs, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.
• Up to $60,000 in additional incentives, including a $20,000 recruitment incentive and up to $40,000 in retention incentives over the first four years.

Pay and Schedule

• Grade levels progress from GL-5 to GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12.
• Up to 25% of base pay may be added based on performance and longevity.

Schedule

• Duty locations may include the Southwest Border, prioritized locations, and may require relocation.
• Typical assignments involve border protection, law enforcement, and community outreach.

Application

To apply, click the Apply button on this site and follow the instructions on the CBP Talent Network registration page. Review all details of the job opportunity announcement and complete the application process, including submitting your resume and transcripts.