Economic Security Professional

Protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity.

• The role of a Border Patrol Agent is to detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration laws while maintaining surveillance from covert positions using infrared scopes during night operations.

To qualify for this position, you must possess one year of specialized experience performing duties such as conducting physical searches of detained individuals and their surroundings for weapons and contraband. Additionally, proficient use of firearms is required along with serving court orders and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.

This career offers excellent benefits including health insurance plans, a generous annual leave program, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan (similar to 401(k) offerings), recruitment incentives up to $60,000 and retention incentives distributed over four years.

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