Border Patrol Agent - Protect Borders, Enforce Law

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Elmore (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental Insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid annual/sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Border Patrol Agents to join a large federal law enforcement community in the United States.

The role focuses on detecting and apprehending individuals violating immigration and customs laws, inspecting documents, and ensuring border security. As a BPA, you will perform patrols near borders, conduct searches, gather and report information, and participate in training and career development within the CBP framework.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree; superior academic achievement.
• One year of specialized work experience showing the ability to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes in a law enforcement capacity.
• Knowledge of firearms and use-of-force policies.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions.
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using surveillance and night operations.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using government assets.
• Performing searches of detained individuals, vehicles, and surroundings for weapons and contraband.
• Prepare investigative reports and gather evidence for criminal cases.

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Border Patrol Agents to join a large federal law enforcement community in the United States.

The role focuses on detecting and apprehending individuals violating immigration and customs laws, inspecting documents, and ensuring border security. As a BPA, you will perform patrols near borders, conduct searches, gather and report information, and participate in training and career development within the CBP framework.