Border Patrol Agent
Opportunities: Secure Our Borders and Protect America
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Are you looking for a rewarding career in federal law enforcement?
As a Border Patrol Agent (BPA), you will play a critical role in securing our nation's borders and protecting our country.
You will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Americans.
As a BPA, you will be responsible for:
Patrolling the border using vehicles, horses, boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, or motorcycles to detect and prevent illegal activity
Questioning individuals and inspecting documents and property to ensure compliance with immigration laws
Apprehending undocumented individuals or smugglers using covert surveillance and infrared scopes
To be eligible for this position, you must meet the following requirements:
Be a U.S. citizen
Have lived primarily in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
Be referred before turning 40 (exceptions for federal or veteran law enforcement)
As a BPA, you will receive comprehensive training at the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, NM, which includes instruction in immigration law, firearms, defensive tactics, Spanish, and more.
After completing your training, you will be assigned to a duty station along the border, where you will work closely with other agents to enforce immigration laws and protect national security.
Benefits of being a BPA include:
A competitive salary range of $63,148 – $120,145 per year, based on GL-9/GS-11 pay scales
Locality pay that varies by duty location
Overtime pay up to 25% additional
Comprehensive health insurance
Paid leave
The Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a traditional or Roth 401(k))
If you are interested in a challenging and rewarding career in federal law enforcement, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Please click the Apply button on this page to begin the application process.
