Border Patrol Agent - Los Altos - United States Customs and Border Protection

    United States Customs and Border Protection
    United States Customs and Border Protection Los Altos

    6 hours ago

    $55,000 - $105,000 (USD) per year *
    Description
    Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level

    NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES IMPORTANT NOTICE:
    Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.


    Be one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration.

    U.S.


    Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences.

    Relocation may be required.

    DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW The U.S.


    Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.


    If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

    U.S.

    Border Patrol (USBP), within the U.S.

    Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is hiring immediately for these full-time, entry-level , career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

    Salary and Benefits Annual Base Salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $49,739
    - $89,518 per year Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others.


    A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014.

    This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12.


    You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.


    Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.

    *Recruitment Incentive

    • Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive.


    The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location.


    Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.

    *Retention Incentive

    • Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.


    Duties and Responsibilities As a 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.

    Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

    Typical assignments include:

    Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

    Qualifications You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: One (1) 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 college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education.

    This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.


    You 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 in the use of firearms.

    Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.


    Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.


    The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.


    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; OR A Combination of Experience and Education:
    This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

    Note:

    If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level.

    Please refer to the BPA GL 11 announcement.

    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 , 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


    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, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses.

    Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English.

    Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.

    How to Apply:
    Click the Apply button on this site.

    You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page.

    For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.


    You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application.

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    Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit.

    You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam .

    If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S.


    Border Patrol page:
    /s/usbp .


    As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

    * This salary range is an estimation made by beBee
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