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Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level

Date Posted: May 28, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD
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    Location Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Jun 28, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

The Border Patrol Agent (BPA) position at Customs and Border Protection is a full-time entry-level role within federal law enforcement aimed at safeguarding the nation's borders. Candidates will join an elite team dedicated to protecting America, preventing illegal immigration, and enforcing customs laws. This role offers ample opportunities for career progression, competitive salary, and significant incentives for new hires.

Key responsibilities

  • Detecting and questioning individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations
  • Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near the borders
  • Maintaining surveillance using various techniques, including infrared scopes during night operations
  • Performing checks on farms, buildings, and vehicles, as well as city patrols
  • Patrolling international boundaries and coastal waterways using government assets

Required skills

  • Ability to make sound decisions in stressful situations
  • Knowledge of law enforcement techniques and regulations
  • Experience in public safety, security, or military police
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • U.S. citizenship and residency requirements

What the company offers

  • Annual base salary ranges from $51,632 to $92,912
  • Up to $60,000 in additional recruitment and retention incentives
  • Comprehensive federal employment benefits including health and dental insurance
  • Generous annual and sick leave program
  • Participation in the Thrift Savings Plan (retirement savings)

Skills Required

Company Overview

Customs and Border Protection
Melpattampakkam, Florida, United States of America
262 Current Jobs Openings

Customs and Border Protection is a federal law enforcement agency tasked with protecting the United States and its citizens. It offers career opportunities that make a significant impact on national security and public safety. Read More

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