customs border protection specialist

A Border Patrol Agent plays a crucial role in the Federal Law Enforcement Officer profession.

• Detecting and questioning individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws, inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.

The agent is responsible for:

• Maintaining surveillance from covert positions, using infrared scopes during night operations to prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers at or near borders.