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

Jobtome; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Recruitment incentive

Retention incentive

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States by detecting and questioning people suspected of immigration and customs violations while inspecting documents and belongings.

The role offers base pay scales across multiple grades, comprehensive federal benefits, and potential recruitment incentives. Agents perform patrols, at and near borders, using a range of assets and technologies to prevent unlawful entry and contraband.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of immigration and nationality law (8 USC) and related policies.
• Familiarity with use of force policies and firearms qualification requirements.
• Understanding of criminal law and investigative procedures.
• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions under pressure in law enforcement contexts.

Responsibilities

• Detect, question, and inspect individuals and documents to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near borders using various assets.
• Perform patrols, checks, and surveillance to support USBP mission.
• Interpret tracks and evidence to identify illegal entry and contraband.
• Coordinate with other agencies during border enforcement operations.

Skills

Immigration and Nationality Law

Use of Force Policy

Criminal Law and Procedure

Decision making under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Border Patrol Agents to protect the United States by detecting and questioning people suspected of immigration and customs violations while inspecting documents and belongings.

The role offers base pay scales across multiple grades, comprehensive federal benefits, and potential recruitment incentives. Agents perform patrols, at and near borders, using a range of assets and technologies to prevent unlawful entry and contraband.