Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Enforce Law

Jobtome; Wallingford (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency under the Department of Homeland Security. As a Border Patrol Agent, you will work within the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession to protect the United States by preventing illegal entry while facilitating lawful travel and trade.

CBP offers full-time positions with a range of benefits, including health insurance, leave, and participation in retirement plans.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and stay composed under stress.
• A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.
• A combination of general work experience and college education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals 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 international boundaries and coastal waters using various government assets.

Skills

Decision making under pressure

Observation and information gathering

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

One year of general work experience

One year of specialized work experience

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency under the Department of Homeland Security. As a Border Patrol Agent, you will work within the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession to protect the United States by preventing illegal entry while facilitating lawful travel and trade.

CBP offers full-time positions with a range of benefits, including health insurance, leave, and participation in retirement plans.