Border Patrol Agent: Elite Federal LEO & Field Ops

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Competitive leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to join the Federal law enforcement profession. Eligible candidates may have education or prior public safety experience.

Full-time positions nationwide, with academy training and comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include detecting and questioning individuals, inspecting documents, patrolling borders with diverse assets, enforcing immigration and customs laws, and contributing to CBP’s mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with Superior Academic Achievement or equivalent.
• One year of general work experience showing ability to take charge and learn regulations.
• One year of specialized work experience in law enforcement or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws.
• Inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal areas using diverse assets.
• Maintaining safety and enforcing federal immigration and criminal laws.
• Complete training and participate in retirement and benefits programs.

Skills

Decision making

Situational awareness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Superior Academic Achievement)

1 year graduate-level study related to law enforcement

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to join the Federal law enforcement profession. Eligible candidates may have education or prior public safety experience.

Full-time positions nationwide, with academy training and comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include detecting and questioning individuals, inspecting documents, patrolling borders with diverse assets, enforcing immigration and customs laws, and contributing to CBP’s mission.