Border Patrol Recruiters Look to Nation's Capital for Job Applicants

U.S. Customs and Border Protection expands hiring efforts to add more than 6,000 additional Border Patrol agents this year. CBP, the largest uniformed law enforcement agency in the country, extends its reach from the typical recruiting grounds of the border states, as national recruiters come to the District. A recruiting team will be on hand to help candidates through the application process on Saturday, March 22, at the Westin Hotel, 2350 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20037 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Recruiters will offer:
Answers to applicant questions
Application assistance
Test taking approaches
Accounts of their career experiences protecting our nation's borders

Training is paid for Border Patrol recruits who earn between $36,000 and $46,000 in their first year, with the potential of earning up to $70,000 within three years of service. Other benefits include federal health insurance, life insurance and retirement, and up to 25 percent additional pay in overtime opportunities.

Successful Border Patrol candidates will complete a rigorous screening process, which includes a written examination and structured interview, language aptitude or Spanish proficiency, along with a physical fitness test and medical examination. Candidates also must pass a drug test and a background investigation before completing a 16½-week basic training academy in Artesia, N.M.

While walk-ins are welcome, pre-registration and more information is available on the Careers section of CBP.gov. ( Careers Spotlight )