customs protection officer

Become a Border Patrol Agent and play a vital role in protecting the nation's borders while serving as part of an elite team of law enforcement professionals. As a Border Patrol Agent, you will be responsible for enforcing immigration laws, preventing illegal entry into the country, and stopping smugglers from bringing contraband across our borders.

• Detecting and questioning individuals suspected of violating immigration laws by inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations;


• Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance using various methods;


• Analyzing information rapidly to make prompt decisions during investigations;


• Maintaining contact with informants to gather valuable intelligence on criminal activities;

The work involves sitting for long periods, walking over rough terrain in all types of weather conditions including extreme temperatures.​​
Make arrests where necessary,” which may involve physical confrontation.