Border Patrol Agent - Up to $20,000 in incentives
NATIONWIDE OPENINGS-APPLY TODAY The U.
SBorder Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting AmericaIf you are looking for an exciting and rewarding job that also provides great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your moveOpen to relocation? Southern, Coastal and Northern border locations are availableDuty assignments are determined by the needs of the agencyEARN UP TO $20,000 IN RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered a $10,000 recruitment incentive upon successful completion of the required training at the USBP academyAgents accepting a position in one of USBP's hard-to-fill locations will be eligible for an additional $10,000 incentiveConditions may applySalary and Benefits Salary for newly appointed GL-5 and GL-7 grade level Border Patrol Agents varies from $46,495 - $83,661 depending upon grade level, duty location, and work schedule, including overtimeSalary for newly appointed GL-9 grade level Border Patrol Agents varies from $59,021 - $95,192 depending upon duty location and work schedule, including overtimeThis is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade levelFully trained Border Patrol Agents may be eligible up to an additional 25% of base pay in accordance with the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014All agents receive the full package of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional 401(k) offeringDuties and Responsibilities As a Border Patrol Agent (BPA) you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperityBeing a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) professionTypical activities include:
Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the land borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positionsResponding to electronic sensor alarms; interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence; using infrared scopes during night operationsResponding to aircraft sighting and other anti-smuggling activities and performing farm and ranch checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checksPatrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways and using a variety of Government assets for the accomplishment of the USBP MissionThese assets may include, but are not limited to motor vehicles, horses, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcyclesOccasional travel may be required based on operation needsDuty Locations Job offers are made based on operational needs and requirements as determined by the U.
SBorder PatrolSouthern, Coastal and Northern border locations are currently available; however, the duty location offered in your final offer letter may include a location within the Southwest Border region:
Big Bend, Del Rio, El Paso, Laredo, and Rio Grande Valley sectors in Texas; El Centro Sector in Southern California; and Yuma Sector in ArizonaQualifications You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience:
One year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR Education Substitution:
A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited or college or university; OR will receive a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university within nine (9) months from the closing date of this announcement and will upload all official or unofficial transcripts before the closing date of this announcement; OR A Combination of Experience and Education:
A combination of general work experience ANDsuccessfully completed college educationThis will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your applicationYou qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience :
One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to make sound judgments and decisions; to deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner; to analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as training others, managing finances, code enforcement, doing compliance work, corrections, security, military, emergency responders, etc.
; OR Education Substitution :
A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.
e.
, GPA of 3.
0 or higher out of a possible 4.
0), or (3) honor society membershipOr will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic AchievementOr one full year of graduate level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.
g.
, criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university within 9 months from the closing date of this announcement; OR A Combination of Experience and Education :
This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your applicationIf you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 grade levelYou qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess the following:
Experience:
One year of specialized work experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that shows that you have the ability to enforce local, state, and/or federal laws and regulations in a law enforcement capacity and otherwise have the authority or ability to do the following:
plan and conduct investigations, plan and make arrests, serve court orders (warrants), use firearms, and/or deal with people in a persuasive, tactful, and resourceful mannerEducation Substitution:
There is no education substitution for this grade levelOther Requirements Citizenship :
You must be a U.
SCitizen to apply for this positionResidency :
You must have had primary U.
Sresidency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five yearsAge Restriction :
In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisionsCandidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.
S.
C8336(c) or Title 5 U.
S.
C8412(d)Veterans' Preference :
You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA)The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligibleFormal Training :
After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.
SBorder Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, drivers training, physical techniques, firearms, and other coursesYou will also be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language and will be tested on your language abilitiesHow to Apply Click the Apply button on this siteYou will be linked to the CBP Talent Network pageFor Position of Interest select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questionsYou will then be provided links the Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS , the federal government's official employment site, to complete your applicationBe certain to review ALL details of the job opening announcement and follow all instructions in the application processIf you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter and check the CBP calendar frequently for upcoming informational webinars, in-person recruiter events, and virtual career events.
Recommended Skills Sales Automotive Sales Selling Techniques Recruitment Retail Sales Retailing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
SBorder Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting AmericaIf you are looking for an exciting and rewarding job that also provides great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your moveOpen to relocation? Southern, Coastal and Northern border locations are availableDuty assignments are determined by the needs of the agencyEARN UP TO $20,000 IN RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered a $10,000 recruitment incentive upon successful completion of the required training at the USBP academyAgents accepting a position in one of USBP's hard-to-fill locations will be eligible for an additional $10,000 incentiveConditions may applySalary and Benefits Salary for newly appointed GL-5 and GL-7 grade level Border Patrol Agents varies from $46,495 - $83,661 depending upon grade level, duty location, and work schedule, including overtimeSalary for newly appointed GL-9 grade level Border Patrol Agents varies from $59,021 - $95,192 depending upon duty location and work schedule, including overtimeThis is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade levelFully trained Border Patrol Agents may be eligible up to an additional 25% of base pay in accordance with the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014All agents receive the full package of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional 401(k) offeringDuties and Responsibilities As a Border Patrol Agent (BPA) you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperityBeing a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) professionTypical activities include:
Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the land borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positionsResponding to electronic sensor alarms; interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence; using infrared scopes during night operationsResponding to aircraft sighting and other anti-smuggling activities and performing farm and ranch checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checksPatrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways and using a variety of Government assets for the accomplishment of the USBP MissionThese assets may include, but are not limited to motor vehicles, horses, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcyclesOccasional travel may be required based on operation needsDuty Locations Job offers are made based on operational needs and requirements as determined by the U.
SBorder PatrolSouthern, Coastal and Northern border locations are currently available; however, the duty location offered in your final offer letter may include a location within the Southwest Border region:
Big Bend, Del Rio, El Paso, Laredo, and Rio Grande Valley sectors in Texas; El Centro Sector in Southern California; and Yuma Sector in ArizonaQualifications You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience:
One year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR Education Substitution:
A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited or college or university; OR will receive a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university within nine (9) months from the closing date of this announcement and will upload all official or unofficial transcripts before the closing date of this announcement; OR A Combination of Experience and Education:
A combination of general work experience ANDsuccessfully completed college educationThis will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your applicationYou qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience :
One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to make sound judgments and decisions; to deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner; to analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as training others, managing finances, code enforcement, doing compliance work, corrections, security, military, emergency responders, etc.
; OR Education Substitution :
A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.
e.
, GPA of 3.
0 or higher out of a possible 4.
0), or (3) honor society membershipOr will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic AchievementOr one full year of graduate level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.
g.
, criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university within 9 months from the closing date of this announcement; OR A Combination of Experience and Education :
This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your applicationIf you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 grade levelYou qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess the following:
Experience:
One year of specialized work experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that shows that you have the ability to enforce local, state, and/or federal laws and regulations in a law enforcement capacity and otherwise have the authority or ability to do the following:
plan and conduct investigations, plan and make arrests, serve court orders (warrants), use firearms, and/or deal with people in a persuasive, tactful, and resourceful mannerEducation Substitution:
There is no education substitution for this grade levelOther Requirements Citizenship :
You must be a U.
SCitizen to apply for this positionResidency :
You must have had primary U.
Sresidency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five yearsAge Restriction :
In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisionsCandidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.
S.
C8336(c) or Title 5 U.
S.
C8412(d)Veterans' Preference :
You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA)The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligibleFormal Training :
After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.
SBorder Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, drivers training, physical techniques, firearms, and other coursesYou will also be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language and will be tested on your language abilitiesHow to Apply Click the Apply button on this siteYou will be linked to the CBP Talent Network pageFor Position of Interest select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questionsYou will then be provided links the Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS , the federal government's official employment site, to complete your applicationBe certain to review ALL details of the job opening announcement and follow all instructions in the application processIf you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter and check the CBP calendar frequently for upcoming informational webinars, in-person recruiter events, and virtual career events.
Recommended Skills Sales Automotive Sales Selling Techniques Recruitment Retail Sales Retailing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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