Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Enforce Law

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Benavides (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to deter illegal entry and enforce immigration and customs laws along U.S. borders.

Agents perform inspections, surveillance, vehicle and pedestrian checks, and respond to incidents with federal law enforcement authority. Training includes academy preparation and Spanish language components; a strong emphasis on safety and compliance. Benefits include health plans, leave, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge and make sound decisions in stressful situations; training and regulations comprehension.
• Ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and document examination.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws, inspecting documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using diverse patrol assets and surveillance.

Skills

Decision making

Investigative skills

Firearm handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to deter illegal entry and enforce immigration and customs laws along U.S. borders.

Agents perform inspections, surveillance, vehicle and pedestrian checks, and respond to incidents with federal law enforcement authority. Training includes academy preparation and Spanish language components; a strong emphasis on safety and compliance. Benefits include health plans, leave, and retirement options.