Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Enforce Laws

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Houlton (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and other insurance

Annual and sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Sign-on incentive at academy location

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer profession. The role involves detecting and questioning individuals suspected of immigration violations, patrolling borders and waterways, and interviewing and inspecting documents to determine compliance with laws.

Training leads to specialized duties and potential assignments at prioritized locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement or higher.
• One year of general work experience showing ability to learn regulations and gather information.
• Ability to obtain law enforcement credentials and maintain composure in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Patrol and inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Make arrests and enforce laws with sound judgment and strong decision making.
• Prepare investigative reports and gather evidence for court proceedings.

Skills

Decision making under pressure

Analytical ability

Interviewing & questioning

Firearms proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer profession. The role involves detecting and questioning individuals suspected of immigration violations, patrolling borders and waterways, and interviewing and inspecting documents to determine compliance with laws.

Training leads to specialized duties and potential assignments at prioritized locations.