Job Description

Border Patrol Agents are responsible for protecting more than 8,000 miles of international land and water boundaries. They spend the majority of their time outdoors in rugged terrain, for long periods of time, in every kind of weather. Border Patrol Agents are tasked with maintaining borders that work – facilitating the flow of legal immigration while preventing the illegal trafficking of people and contraband into the country.

Median Annual Salary

$55,000

Education Requirements

Applicants are required to have a college degree or equivalent education. A knowledge of Spanish is very important; those who aren’t able to pass the language test during application are required to take training before being assigned to a post.

Job Outlook

The increased number of people entering the country illegally has increased the demand for Border Patrol Agents. Concerns over terrorism and drug trafficking are likely to keep job prospects for those entering this field favorable.