Border Patrol Agent: Protect the Border & Enforce Law

Jobtome; Town of Willsboro (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Sick leave

Annual leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Border Patrol Agent to protect the United States by preventing illegal entry while facilitating lawful travel and trade.

Successful candidates will undergo Border Patrol Academy training, meet experience and education requirements, and perform duties across land and coastal borders using diverse assets. Benefits include health/dental insurance, leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• One year of general work experience demonstrating the ability to take charge and stay calm under stress.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Combination of general experience and college education may be required.
• One year of specialized work experience showing use of firearms and related duties.
• Knowledge of Immigration and Nationality Law and use of force policies.

Responsibilities

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.
• Inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent undocumented noncitizens and smugglers from entering the country.
• Perform patrols, checks, and surveillance using various assets and platforms.
• Adhere to federal law enforcement training and reporting requirements.

Skills

Decision making

Judgment under pressure

Law enforcement experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate-level coursework in related field

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Border Patrol Agent to protect the United States by preventing illegal entry while facilitating lawful travel and trade.

Successful candidates will undergo Border Patrol Academy training, meet experience and education requirements, and perform duties across land and coastal borders using diverse assets. Benefits include health/dental insurance, leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan.