Border Patrol Agent: Elite Federal LEO — Training & Benefits

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Belvidere (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Sick leave

Paid vacation

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agent (BPA) personnel to join as a key federal law enforcement officer. The role involves enforcing immigration and customs laws, patrolling borders, and performing inspections and checks across multiple environments.

A bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred, with extensive field duties, rigorous training, firearm responsibilities, and opportunities for advancement within a nationwide agency. Comprehensive benefits accompany service.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to lead and decide under stress.
• One year of specialized experience in law enforcement or related duties.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Inspecting documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented individuals and smugglers near borders.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using varied assets.
• Make sound judgments in the use of firearms and gather evidence for investigations.

Skills

Decision making under pressure

Firearms proficiency

Surveillance & investigation

Legal knowledge awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Border Patrol Agent (BPA) personnel to join as a key federal law enforcement officer. The role involves enforcing immigration and customs laws, patrolling borders, and performing inspections and checks across multiple environments.

A bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred, with extensive field duties, rigorous training, firearm responsibilities, and opportunities for advancement within a nationwide agency. Comprehensive benefits accompany service.