border security specialist

Key responsibilities for this position include detecting and questioning individuals suspected of violating immigration laws, inspecting documents and possessions, analyzing intelligence information, leading investigations utilizing surveillance detection situation awareness systems communications equipment apprehending violators enforcing state federal or immigration laws making arrests exercising sound judgment using firearms developing maintaining contact networks dealing effectively with people in a courteous manner performing physical searches inspecting detained vehicles surroundings gathering evidence serving court orders preparing investigative reports.

• Typical assignments:

1. Conduct inspections at ports of entry to ensure compliance with customs regulations
2. Screen travelers departing the United States to prevent smuggling and other unlawful activities