Border Patrol Agent - Law Enforcement

About the Mission

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country. As part of a workforce of over 60,000, Border Patrol Agents strive to safeguard the American people by deterring illicit activity and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a team defined by camaraderie, pride, and a shared purpose.

About the Role

This is a full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) position designed for individuals who love protecting their community and are looking for a change of scenery. Whether your background is in military police or state and local law enforcement, you will work alongside highly trained professionals to detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws. Your day-to-day duties involve maintaining surveillance, interpreting physical evidence of illegal entry, and patrolling international boundaries and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets, including vehicles, vessels, and off-road equipment.

Hiring Process

Interested candidates must first register on the CBP Talent Network by clicking the Apply button on this site. You will be prompted to select "Border Patrol Agent" as your Position of Interest and complete pre-screening questions. Following this, you will receive a link to the official Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS to complete your application, including the submission of resumes and supporting documents. Selection is based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.

For questions regarding the application process, you may contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol careers page. As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you will also receive monthly updates on webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.

Duty Assignments and Culture

Duty assignments are determined at the time of offer based on operational needs and may include prioritized locations along the Southwest Border. Candidates should be prepared for potential relocation. Upon hiring, all agents are detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six months of intensive instruction in immigration laws, law enforcement operations, firearms, and physical techniques. Proficiency in Spanish is required, and training is provided to achieve this level.

Equal Opportunity

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.