Border Patrol Agent - Experienced

About the role

USBP is hiring immediately for full-time, career positions, where your prior law enforcement officer (LEO) experience may qualify you for higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws
• Inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations
• Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets

Qualifications

• GL-9: One year of specialized experience performing duties such as physical searches, apprehensions, and investigative reporting
• GS-11: One year of specialized experience performing duties such as leading investigations, apprehending violators, and utilizing complex technology

Benefits

• Up to $60,000 in additional incentives for new hires
• Base salary ranging from $65,545 - $124,717 per year
• Location pay varying by duty location
• Overtime pay up to 25%
• Retirement benefits through the Thrift Savings Plan

Pay

• Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11, $65,545 - $124,717 per year
• Locality Pay: Varies by duty location
• Overtime Pay: Up to 25%

Schedule

• Full-time positions

Skills

• Proficiency in the use of firearms
• Ability to speak and read Spanish

Benefits

• Health and insurance plans
• A generous annual and sick leave program
• Participation in the Thrift Savings Plan