federal border protector

As a Border Patrol Agent, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders and deterring illicit activity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer profession.

• 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 to include using infrared scopes during night operations


• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband