What’s Customs and Border Protection like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

The salary for a Border Patrol Agent there ranges from $65,545 to $124,717.

Yes, newly appointed Border Patrol Agents can get up to a $20,000 recruitment incentive, with the first $10,000 paid after completing the academy and the rest for accepting a prioritized location. They might also qualify for up to $40,000 in retention incentives over the next four years.

A Border Patrol Agent’s schedule may include rotating shifts, assignments, and regular overtime.

To qualify for the GL-9 grade level, you need one year of specialized experience that includes performing physical searches, apprehending violators, and being proficient with firearms and investigative reports.

For the GS-11 grade level, you need one year of specialized experience that involves enforcing laws, making arrests, and investigating crimes in an official law enforcement capacity.