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 national economic prosperity. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a team defined by camaraderie, pride, and a shared sense of 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 seeking a change of scenery. Whether your background is in military police, state, or 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 mission involves maintaining surveillance, interpreting tracks and physical evidence, and patrolling international boundaries and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets, including vehicles, horses, vessels, and off-road equipment.

Hiring Process and Application

To apply, click the "Apply" button on this site to register with the CBP Talent Network. Select "Border Patrol Agent" as your Position of Interest and complete the pre-screening questions. You will then receive a link to the official Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS to finalize your application, including the submission of resumes and supporting documents. Candidates are evaluated based on their resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.

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

Training and Assignment

Upon hiring, all agents are detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six months of intensive instruction covering immigration laws, law enforcement tactics, firearms, and physical techniques. Agents will also receive training to achieve proficiency in Spanish.

Duty assignments are determined at the time of offer based on operational needs and may include prioritized locations along the Southwest Border. Relocation may be required, and assignments may not align with a candidate's first-choice preference.

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.