Border Patrol Agent: Protect, Patrol & Investigate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect U.S. borders, enforce immigration and customs laws, and support homeland security.

The role involves field patrols, investigations, reporting, and rapid decision-making in dynamic environments. Training at the Border Patrol Academy is required to qualify for duties across various prioritized locations. Applicants should demonstrate integrity, physical fitness, and the ability to work within a federal law enforcement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Experience or education related to law enforcement or public safety is considered.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and to operate under stress.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violations and inspect documents.
• Patrol borders and coastal areas using various government assets.
• Make arrests and apply firearms with sound judgment.
• Prepare investigative reports and gather evidence for court proceedings.

Skills

Firearms proficiency

Decision making

Criminal law knowledge

Detentions handling

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect U.S. borders, enforce immigration and customs laws, and support homeland security.

The role involves field patrols, investigations, reporting, and rapid decision-making in dynamic environments. Training at the Border Patrol Academy is required to qualify for duties across various prioritized locations. Applicants should demonstrate integrity, physical fitness, and the ability to work within a federal law enforcement