Border Patrol Agent - Federal LEO Making an Impact

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Lawrenceville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Annual leave

Sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States from threats at the border. You'll perform inspections, apprehend violators, and patrol diverse terrains using vehicles, horses, and watercraft.

A bachelor’s degree with superior academic achievement is encouraged, with strong emphasis on safety, ethics, and decision-making under pressure. The role offers federal benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities to advance within a large national agency.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge and make sound decisions under stress.
• One year of specialized work experience showing enforcement and arrest capabilities.
• Knowledge of immigration and nationality law and use of force policies.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Perform patrols and inspections using a range of assets (vehicles, horses, boats, etc.).
• Attend to reports and prepare investigative documentation and court orders.
• Make arrests and exercise judgment in firearm use; maintain safety and discipline.

Skills

Law enforcement

Decision making

Firearms operation

Surveillance

Education

Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement

Tools

Firearms

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States from threats at the border. You'll perform inspections, apprehend violators, and patrol diverse terrains using vehicles, horses, and watercraft.

A bachelor’s degree with superior academic achievement is encouraged, with strong emphasis on safety, ethics, and decision-making under pressure. The role offers federal benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities to advance within a large national agency.