Border Patrol Agent — Federal Law Enforcement

Jobtome; Jefferson (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the United States federal agency responsible for border control, immigration processing and enforcement. A Border Patrol Agent serves as a key member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer corps, with duties ranging from deterrence of border-related illegal activity to conducting vehicle, foot, and aerial patrols along the border and coastal areas.

CBP offers a range of benefits including health and dental insurance, the Thrift Savings Plan retirement

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• A bachelor’s degree or successful completion of a full four‑year course of study from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using surveillance from various positions including night operations.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets to fulfill the Border Patrol Mission.

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the United States federal agency responsible for border control, immigration processing and enforcement. A Border Patrol Agent serves as a key member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer corps, with duties ranging from deterrence of border-related illegal activity to conducting vehicle, foot, and aerial patrols along the border and coastal areas.

CBP offers a range of benefits including health and dental insurance, the Thrift Savings Plan retirement