career-oriented border security specialist

The Border Patrol Agent is a career-oriented role with progression from GL-9 to GS-11 and potentially up to GS-12.

• Detection and questioning of individuals suspected of violating immigration laws, customs regulations, or other pertinent statutes.
• Preventing unauthorized border crossings by maintaining constant surveillance.
• Interpreting signs of illegal entry through observation of tracks, trails, and other evidence.

Description:

• This position requires proficiency in identifying suspicious activities related to the violation of U.S. Customs Service law enforcement duties at ports-of-entry along international borders. 
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