Detention and Removal
Immigration Enforcement Agent
Immigration Enforcement Agents are responsible for processing and deporting or escorting aliens who have been ordered removed from the United States to their country of citizenship. Agents work in the detention program where they ensure the care (physical, mental and civil rights) of aliens in ICE's custody. Agents also handle intake and outtake processing; counseling regarding personal and family matters; and supervision and transportation (prison pick-ups, medical and court transportation and security) of detained aliens.
This is no ordinary job. Agents use their intellect to gather intelligence, evidence and information, to interrogate, debrief and for other ICE collection techniques.
As agents gain experience in this position, they find plenty of room for professional growth and advancement.
Deportation Officer
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is charged with enforcing our nation's laws regulating immigration and nationality matters. Under these laws it sometimes becomes necessary to detain and/or deport certain individuals. The mission of the Deportation Officers is to provide for the control and removal of persons who have been ordered for deportation or otherwise required to depart from the United States. Officers must closely monitor deportation proceedings from initiation to conclusion. Close liaison with foreign consulates and embassies is necessary to facilitate the timely issuance of passports and travel documents required for deportation. Officers may also be required to respond to congressional inquiries.
The majority of these positions are located in offices around the country. Individuals may be hired at the GS-5 level; with career advancement possible to the GS-12 level, after successful completion of the preceding grade(s). Competition is required to move to higher-grade levels. In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions; therefore, candidates must be appointed before reaching their 37th birthday unless they presently serve or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement position.
The Department of Homeland Security is an equal opportunity employer.
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