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Experienced Border Patrol Agent - Up to $30,000 Recruitment Incentive

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at time of offer may include the Southwest Border including prioritized locations. U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at time of offer based on operational needs which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.

Earn up to $30,000 in recruitment incentives – Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successfully completing training at the Border Patrol Academy, with the remainder paid after completing a three-year service agreement. Agents accepting a prioritized location (such as Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer, Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ) will be eligible for an additional $10,000. Applicants currently in pre-employment do not need to reapply to be eligible for the incentive.

The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers a career in law enforcement with a team of highly trained professionals committed to protecting America. If you seek an exciting and rewarding job with excellent pay, federal benefits, and job stability, consider applying now.

We are hiring immediately for full-time, entry-level, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities. Current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for higher grade levels (GL-9–GS-11).

Salary and Benefits

Annual base salary varies by grade level and location:

• GL-5: $49,739–$61,833
• GL-7: $56,623–$71,615
• GL-9: $63,148–$81,480
• GS-11: $73,939–$96,116

Locality pay and potential additional pay under the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014 may apply. This is a career ladder position with progression through grades after 52 weeks in each grade.

Benefits include health and dental insurance, generous leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.

Responsibilities

Border Patrol Agents will:

• Detect, prevent, and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers near land borders.
• Respond to electronic sensor alarms, interpret physical evidence, and conduct night operations.
• Perform patrols on land and waterways using various assets like vehicles, horses, watercraft, and off-road vehicles.
• Travel may be required based on operational needs.

Qualifications

For GL-5: One year of general work experience or a bachelor's degree or equivalent education or a combination thereof.

For GL-7: One year of specialized work experience or a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or graduate education in related fields or a combination of experience and education.

For GL-9 and GS-11: One year of specialized law enforcement or military experience performing duties such as searches, arrests, investigations, and using surveillance technology.

Additional Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen, have primary U.S. residency for at least 3 of the last 5 years, and be under age 40 unless prior federal law enforcement service applies. Veterans' preference and other legal requirements also apply.

Training

Post-hire, training at the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, NM, lasts approximately six months, covering laws, operations, driving, firearms, and more. Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are preferred, with training provided if needed.

Application Process

To apply, click the Apply button on this site, complete the pre-screening, and follow instructions to submit your resume, transcripts, and other documents. You will be evaluated based on your application and the BPA Entrance Exam. For questions, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: careers.cbp.gov/s/usbp.

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