Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level

About the role

The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) is hiring immediate entry-level positions in federal law enforcement. These roles are suitable for those with prior experience in public safety, security, military police, or law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Deterring illicit activity and safeguarding the American people by protecting borders.
• Inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens.
• 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 boundary 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 successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• A combination of general work experience and successfully completed college education.

Qualifications

• GL-5: One year of general work experience or a bachelor's degree with education substitution.
• GL-7: One year of specialized work experience or a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, or a combination of experience and 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: GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, GS-12.
• Additional incentives: Up to $60,000 in total incentives.
• Age restriction: Must be referred for selection before turning 40.

Benefits

• Retirement provisions apply due to law enforcement status.
• Primary U.S. residency requirement for at least three of the last five years.

Skills

• Ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English.
• Proficiency with Spanish language training provided at the U.S. Border Patrol Academy.

Benefits

• Veterans' Preference: Eligible for Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA).
• Formal training at the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico.

How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply button on this site. Complete the pre-screening questions and follow the instructions to submit your application on USAJOBS.