Border Patrol Agent
Company: U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Location: New York
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
The U.S. Border 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 protecting
America.If 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 move. EARN 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 academy. Agents accepting a position
in one of USBP's hard to fill locations will be eligible for an
additional $10,000 incentive. Conditions may apply.U.S. Customs and
Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time
security-based opportunities. Salary and Benefits Salary for newly
appointed GL-7 grade level Border Patrol Agents varies from $52,921
- $83,661 depending upon duty location and work schedule, including
overtime. A fully trained Border Patrol Agent may be eligible up to
an additional 25% of base pay in accordance with the BPA Pay Reform
Act of 2014.Candidates with at least one (1) year of law
enforcement experience and/or certain military backgrounds may
qualify at the GL-9 grade level and make $59,021 - $95,192
depending upon exact location and work schedule, including
overtime.Agents will also 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)
offering. Duties 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
prosperity._Typical activities include: _ Detecting, preventing,
and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of
noncitizens at or near the land borders by maintaining surveillance
from covert positions. Responding to electronic sensor alarms.
Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical
evidence. Using infrared scopes during night operations. Responding
to aircraft sighting and other anti-smuggling activities.
Performing farm and ranch checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and
transportation checks. Patrolling the international boundary and
coastal waterways and using a variety of Government assets for the
accomplishment of the USBP Mission. These assets may include, but
are not limited to vehicles, horses, vessels, watercrafts, off-road
vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles. Occasional travel may
be required based on operation needs. Duty Locations: Job offers
are made based on operational needs and requirements and are
determined by the U.S. Border Patrol. Although the locations listed
below will most likely be available, the duty location offered in
your final offer letter may include any location within the
Southwest Border region as follows:Big Bend Sector Texas, Del Rio
Sector Texas, El Paso Sector Texas, Laredo Sector Texas, Rio Grande
Valley Sector Texas, El Centro Sector California, Yuma Sector
Arizona Qualifications: You qualify for the GS-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 for
the GL-7 grade level: 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 membership. Or will receive a bachelor's degree with
Superior Academic Achievement. Or 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 application. You
qualify for the GS-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 manner.Note: There is no education
substitution for this GS-9 grade level. Other Requirements:
Citizenship : You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this
position. Residency : You must have had primary U.S. residency
(includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at
least three of the last five years. Age Restriction : In accordance
with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law
enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for
selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their
40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security
Directive 251-03. The 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.C.
8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(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 eligible. Formal Training : After you are
hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border 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 courses. You will also be provided
training to become proficient with the Spanish language and will be
tested on your language abilities. To learn more about this Border
Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunity and apply, click on this site's
Apply button and you will be linked to the Customs and Border
Protection Careers page. From there you will be able to Apply Now -
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questions._Looking for a more opportunities to speak with a BPA
Recruiter?_ U.S. Customs and Border Protection recruiters regularly
travel the country in search of the best and the brightest to join
our team. Visit our recruiting events page at
cbp.gov/recruiterevents frequently for upcoming events near you.
Also, visit cbp.gov/careerexpo for news of upcoming virtual career
eventsJob Type: Full-timePay: $52,921.00 - $95,192.00 per
yearBenefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee
assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off
Retirement plan Vision insuranceSchedule: 8 hour shift OvertimeWork
Location: One location
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