Border Patrol Agent: Protect, Patrol & Enforce

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a Border Patrol Agent to join its Federal Law Enforcement Officer team.

The position emphasizes duties across border security, immigration enforcement, and public safety while offering opportunity for specialized training and a path to advancement within DHS’s law enforcement structure. As a BPA, you will work in a high-stakes environment, make rapid decisions, and collaborate with multiple agencies.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating ability to take charge and make decisions.
• A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a four-year course of study in any field.
• Experience or coursework related to law enforcement or public safety is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration or customs violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders.
• Perform farm, building, traffic, city, and transportation checks.
• Patrol international boundaries and coastal waterways using government assets.
• Prepare investigative reports and assist in court processes.
• Maintain sound judgment in the use of firearms.

Skills

Law enforcement

Firearms proficiency

Decision making

Interrogation

Report writing

Surveillance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a Border Patrol Agent to join its Federal Law Enforcement Officer team.

The position emphasizes duties across border security, immigration enforcement, and public safety while offering opportunity for specialized training and a path to advancement within DHS’s law enforcement structure. As a BPA, you will work in a high-stakes environment, make rapid decisions, and collaborate with multiple agencies.