Border Patrol Agent: Protect, Patrol & Enforce

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Alamo (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States at and between the borders. Roles include detecting and questioning individuals, apprehending noncitizens, and patrolling borders with diverse assets.

Academy completion and adherence to Use of Force policies are required, with opportunities for substantial benefits and advancement. Candidates may qualify with related education or prior public safety experience; flexibility for assignments across

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating the ability to take charge and stay calm under stress.
• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor’s degree.
• One year of specialized work experience showing the ability to make sound judgments, arrests, and enforcement of laws.
• Knowledge of Immigration and Nationality Law and the Use of Force policy.
• Ability to perform physical searches of detained individuals, vehicles and surroundings for weapons and contraband.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near the borders using surveillance and various assets.
• Patrol the international boundary and coastal waterways with vehicles, horses, vessels, and other equipment.
• Make sound judgments in the use of firearms and prepare investigative reports for court proceedings.

Skills

Make sound judgments

Firearm proficiency

Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any field

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States at and between the borders. Roles include detecting and questioning individuals, apprehending noncitizens, and patrolling borders with diverse assets.

Academy completion and adherence to Use of Force policies are required, with opportunities for substantial benefits and advancement. Candidates may qualify with related education or prior public safety experience; flexibility for assignments across