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Also known as: Agriculture Specialist, Air Import Specialist, Border Patrol Agent, Canine Enforcement Officer (K-9 Enforcement Officer)
You pull into the employee parking lot at Miami International Airport, the Florida sun already warming the air. Inside, you change into your crisp uniform, securing your duty belt with your radio and credentials. In the bustling briefing room, your supervisor quickly runs through recent alerts and intelligence updates. You mentally prepare for another eight-hour shift, heading towards the busy arrivals hall, a familiar mix of anticipation and focus settling in.
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+3.5%
US average: +3.5%
51,500
per year (US)
693,200
in 2025 → 717,300 (2035)
High school diploma or equivalent
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
This career has a stable outlook, with about 51,500 job openings expected each year across the country through 2035. The field is projected to grow by 3.5%, offering consistent opportunities. The median annual wage for this role is $76,210.
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$76,210
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
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