border protection specialist

Be part of a dynamic team protecting America's borders and enforcing laws.

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws, inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Prevent undocumented noncitizens from entering the country by maintaining surveillance in covert positions using infrared scopes at night.

1. Earn a bachelor's degree or complete one year of general work experience demonstrating decision-making skills under pressure, learning regulations through classroom training, or questioning techniques to gather concise information.
2. In addition to meeting GL-5 requirements for Border Patrol Agent roles you will need specialized work experience that shows you have skills necessary such as making sound judgments when handling firearms dealing with people effectively while applying law enforcement matters analyzing rapid situations where decisions are made after required training is applied;