Border Patrol Agent: Protect & Patrol the U.S. Border

Customs and Border Protection; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection in the United States is seeking Border Patrol Agents to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer family. These full-time positions are available at entry and mid-level, with strong base pay, exceptional federal benefits, and long-term job stability.

Agents perform duties such as questioning and inspecting individuals, patrolling borders with diverse assets, and enforcing immigration and customs laws.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of immigration and nationality law and procedures.
• Experience with use of force policy and firearm safety.
• Understanding of criminal law and procedure and investigative techniques.
• Proficiency in applying physical techniques for control and self-defense.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of immigration and customs violations.
• Inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Perform border surveillance and apprehension of unauthorized entrants near borders.
• Interpret tracks, marks, and evidence of illegal border entry.
• Patrol across various assets to fulfill USBP mission.

Skills

Immigration law knowledge

Use of force knowledge

Criminal law & procedure

Physical techniques

Firearms handling

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Customs and Border Protection in the United States is seeking Border Patrol Agents to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer family. These full-time positions are available at entry and mid-level, with strong base pay, exceptional federal benefits, and long-term job stability.

Agents perform duties such as questioning and inspecting individuals, patrolling borders with diverse assets, and enforcing immigration and customs laws.