Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders, Enforce Law, Serve

US Customs and Border Protection; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Generous leave

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents on a full-time basis in the United States. The role requires vigilance in enforcing immigration and customs laws and performing border surveillance using a range of assets.

As a BPA, you will be part of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer profession with access to a comprehensive benefits package. Applicants may qualify with education or experience in public safety, security, or law enforcement.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge and make decisions in stressful situations.
• One year of specialized work experience showing ability to perform law enforcement duties and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of violations and inspect documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Protect borders by patrolling, surveillance, and apprehending undocumented individuals and smugglers.
• Perform physical searches of detained individuals, vehicles, and surroundings for weapons and contraband.
• Use firearms proficiently and prepare investigative reports for court proceedings.

Skills

Firearms proficiency

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or 1 year graduate-level education in related field

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents on a full-time basis in the United States. The role requires vigilance in enforcing immigration and customs laws and performing border surveillance using a range of assets.

As a BPA, you will be part of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer profession with access to a comprehensive benefits package. Applicants may qualify with education or experience in public safety, security, or law enforcement.