customs enforcement officer

Becoming a Border Patrol Agent offers you the opportunity to join a dynamic team of professionals who strive to safeguard our borders, prevent illicit activity, and promote economic prosperity. As part of this elite group, you will be responsible for detecting and questioning individuals suspected of violating immigration laws.

To excel in this role, you must possess exceptional skills in decision-making, effective communication, and problem-solving. You should also have strong analytical abilities to gather information quickly and make prompt decisions.

Your primary duty location may impact your pay rate; however locality pay for federal law enforcement varies across different locations. Your base salary will vary per grade level with potential eligibility for additional compensation through bonuses or incentives.

• Detecting Violations : Identify people suspected of breaching customs regulations by inspecting documents and possessions.
  
• Pursuing Undocumented Individuals : Prevent apprehend noncitizens attempting entry at or near border checkpoints while utilizing covert techniques such as infrared scopes during nighttime operations
  
• Analyzing Tracks : Interpret various physical indicators like footprints tracks marks that suggest illegal migration attempts.