Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Enforce Laws

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Annual and sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States at the borders. The role involves detecting and questioning individuals, inspecting documents, and patrolling with diverse assets to enforce immigration and customs laws.

Positions require a bachelor's degree or higher, and qualification details reference GS-11 level. The agency offers health, retirement, and a Thrift Savings Plan as part of benefits and compensation.

Qualifications

• Evidence-based decision making under stress.
• Ability to quickly gather information from documents and interviews.
• Knowledge of weapons handling and safety expectations.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Patrolling borders and utilizing various assets to accomplish mission.
• Participating in federal employment benefits and retirement plans.

Skills

Judgment under pressure

Observation & questioning

Firearm proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States at the borders. The role involves detecting and questioning individuals, inspecting documents, and patrolling with diverse assets to enforce immigration and customs laws.

Positions require a bachelor's degree or higher, and qualification details reference GS-11 level. The agency offers health, retirement, and a Thrift Savings Plan as part of benefits and compensation.