U.S. Border Security Specialist

A Border Patrol Agent is a vital position that requires individuals to take on the responsibility of safeguarding our borders and protecting the American people.

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws, inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions using infrared scopes during night operations