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

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (Thrift Savings)

Paid annual and sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is recruiting Border Patrol Agents to join a large federal law enforcement team dedicated to safeguarding the United States.

The role emphasizes detecting violations of immigration and customs laws, and performing border patrol duties across diverse environments. Qualified candidates typically hold a bachelor’s degree or higher and must be prepared for academy training, national security duties, and assignment to prioritized locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher as part of eligibility.
• Ability to perform under stress and maintain composure.
• Basic knowledge of immigration and nationality law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Detect suspected immigration and customs violations and inspect documents.
• Apprehend undocmented individuals and smugglers near borders.
• Patrol borders using vehicles, horses, vessels, and off-road equipment.
• Manage sound judgment in use of firearms and law enforcement procedures.

Skills

Public safety

Law enforcement

Decision making

Observation

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Firearms

Surveillance equipment

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is recruiting Border Patrol Agents to join a large federal law enforcement team dedicated to safeguarding the United States.

The role emphasizes detecting violations of immigration and customs laws, and performing border patrol duties across diverse environments. Qualified candidates typically hold a bachelor’s degree or higher and must be prepared for academy training, national security duties, and assignment to prioritized locations.