Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Nation

Jobtome; Baudette (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Border Patrol Agents to support federal law enforcement duties across U.S. borders and ports of entry. The role emphasizes decision-making under pressure, safety, and rigorous on-the-job training.

Agents detect and question individuals, prevent illegal entry, and patrol using vehicles, horses, vessels, and aircraft. The position offers federal benefits, family leave, and retirement plans through the Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or a combination of general work experience and college education.
• One year of general work experience demonstrating the ability to take charge and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Specialized work experience showing ability to make arrests, analyze information, and apply law enforcement principles.
• Completion of Border Patrol Academy and willingness to learn regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration or customs laws and inspect documents to determine eligibility or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers by patrolling borders and using surveillance.
• Conduct farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks as part of assigned duties.
• Patrol international boundaries and coastal waterways using diverse government assets to fulfill Border Patrol missions.

Skills

Decision making

Leadership under stress

Observation & interviewing

Firearm safety

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Firearms

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Border Patrol Agents to support federal law enforcement duties across U.S. borders and ports of entry. The role emphasizes decision-making under pressure, safety, and rigorous on-the-job training.

Agents detect and question individuals, prevent illegal entry, and patrol using vehicles, horses, vessels, and aircraft. The position offers federal benefits, family leave, and retirement plans through the Thrift Savings Plan.