Border Patrol Agent Job Description
Protect America's borders, deter illicit activities, and enhance economic prosperity as a Border Patrol Agent. This long-term federal law enforcement career offers challenging opportunities for those seeking a mission-driven role.
Job Responsibilities:
- Detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration laws
- Prevent undocumented noncitizens from crossing the border by maintaining surveillance and using infrared scopes during night operations
- Interpret physical evidence to identify illegal entry routes or contraband transportation methods
- Conduct farm checks, building checks, traffic stops, city patrols, and transportation inspections in designated areas along the U.S.-Mexico border