Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Communities

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement plan (ROTH 401(k) style)

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States by preventing illicit entry and facilitating lawful travel and trade.

Roles include enforcing immigration and customs laws, conducting inspections, and patrolling borders using diverse assets. Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree or higher, with extensive training in firearms and law enforcement procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher or equivalent superior academic achievement.
• General work experience in law enforcement or related field may be considered in lieu of education.
• Ability to learn regulations and apply them in a law enforcement context.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations.
• Apprehend undocumented individuals and smugglers near borders.
• Perform various checks: farm, building, traffic, city and transportation.
• Patrol borders and waterways using a range of vehicles and equipment.
• Prepare investigative reports and gather evidence for court proceedings.

Skills

Law enforcement

Firearms proficiency

Decision making

Interrogation

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Surveillance equipment

Investigation tools

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States by preventing illicit entry and facilitating lawful travel and trade.

Roles include enforcing immigration and customs laws, conducting inspections, and patrolling borders using diverse assets. Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree or higher, with extensive training in firearms and law enforcement procedures.