Border Patrol Agent — Protect Borders & Enforce Law

Jobtome; Gold Beach (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Annual leave

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to protect the United States by enforcing immigration and customs laws, patrolling borders and waterways, and preventing illegal entries. The role involves extensive training, decision-making under stress, and the use of firearms in law enforcement contexts.

BPAs are offered federal employment benefits, including health insurance, generous leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating leadership and composure.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of specialized work experience in law enforcement or related field.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Patrol the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of assets.
• Perform training and apply firearms and use of force as required.

Skills

Take charge

Decision making

Observation

Questioning

Composure under stress

Firearms proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate-level coursework (law enforcement related)

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) to protect the United States by enforcing immigration and customs laws, patrolling borders and waterways, and preventing illegal entries. The role involves extensive training, decision-making under stress, and the use of firearms in law enforcement contexts.

BPAs are offered federal employment benefits, including health insurance, generous leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.