Border Patrol Agent: Protect Borders & Serve

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Wallingford (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents to join a premier federal law enforcement organization.

The role involves detecting and questioning individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations, inspecting documents, and maintaining border security using diverse assets and technologies. Successful candidates will perform patrols, conduct searches, and contribute to enforcement, training, and safeguarding national security while advancing in a respected

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree.
• General work experience and college education combination calculated from resume and transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Patrolling borders using various assets to prevent undocumented entry and apprehend violators.
• Maintaining surveillance and using firearms safely as part of federal law enforcement duties.
• Performing physical searches of detained individuals, vehicles, and surroundings for weapons and contraband.

Skills

Decision making under pressure

Firearm proficiency

Surveillance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement

Tools

Firearms handling

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents to join a premier federal law enforcement organization.

The role involves detecting and questioning individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations, inspecting documents, and maintaining border security using diverse assets and technologies. Successful candidates will perform patrols, conduct searches, and contribute to enforcement, training, and safeguarding national security while advancing in a respected