Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Enforce Law

Jobtome; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Annual leave

Sick leave

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection is hiring Border Patrol Agents across field operations, requiring education or experience in public safety, security, or law enforcement. You will detect violations, conduct inspections, and apprehend unlawful entrants along borders using diverse assets.

Eligibility includes a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, training at the Border Patrol Academy, and eligibility for federal benefits such as health and retirement programs.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating decision making under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education required; adaptable to federal training.
• Ability to gather concise information via questioning and observation.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violations of immigration and customs laws.
• Inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Patrol international boundaries and coastal waters using diverse assets.

Skills

Decision making

Stress management

Observation

Public safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Firearms training

Job description

Customs and Border Protection is hiring Border Patrol Agents across field operations, requiring education or experience in public safety, security, or law enforcement. You will detect violations, conduct inspections, and apprehend unlawful entrants along borders using diverse assets.

Eligibility includes a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, training at the Border Patrol Academy, and eligibility for federal benefits such as health and retirement programs.