border protection specialist

Protect the American People by Safeguarding Our Borders

The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers an exciting and rewarding career in law enforcement to those interested in working with an elite team of highly trained professionals.

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration laws, inspect documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations, prevent undocumented noncitizens from entering the country at or near borders using surveillance systems, vehicles, horses, vessels watercraft off-road vehicles ATVs snowmobiles motorcycles for accomplishment USBP mission objectives after receiving thorough training infrared scope night operations tracking analysis vehicle operation maintain physical fitness exercise sound judgment firearm use courteous connection people matters criminal code enforcing rehabilitation work security military apply skills effectively prompt decision making network informants development maintenance rapidly assess prioritize protect safety performance standards based professional criteria.