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 ensuring border security
• 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 combination of education and experience
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Specialized work experience for the GL-7 grade level
• Superior academic achievement or graduate-level education in a related field
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
• Age under 40 at the time of hire

Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
• Veterans' Preference: Eligible
• Formal Training: Required after hire
• Language Proficiency: Ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English

Benefits

• Annual Base Salary ranging from $51,632 to $92,912
• Exceptional benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans
• Up to $60,000 in additional incentives

Pay

• GL-5: $51,632 - $92,912
• GL-7: $71,632 - $122,912

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Opportunities for relocation to duty locations across the Southwest Border