Experienced Border Patrol Agent --- Up to 20,000 Recruitment Incentive
Company: United States Customs and Border Protection
Location: Poway
Posted on: September 14, 2023
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Job Description:
NATIONWIDE OPENINGS INCLUDING CALIFORNIA AND NORTHERN BORDER
STATIONS --- APPLY TODAY 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 for GL-5 and -7 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 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. 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 re-applying) once you successfully complete 52
weeks in each grade level. Salary for GL-9 Salary for newly
appointed GL-9 grade level Border Patrol Agents varies from $59,021
- $95,192 depending upon grade level 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. This is a career ladder
position with a grade level progression of GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12.
You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level
(without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in
each grade level. Benefits All 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) 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. Being a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member
of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. 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 and 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 motor
vehicles, horses, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles,
and motorcycles. Occasional travel may be required based on
operation needs. Duty Locations: Location determined by the needs
of the agency. Job offers are made based on operational needs and
requirements and are determined by the U.S. Border Patrol. Although
many duty locations will most likely be available, the duty
location offered in your final offer letter may include any
location within the region. TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION Hiring
opportunities are now strong in the Greater San Diego area,
especially El Cajon. Join the mission NATIONWIDE OPENINGS INCLUDE
NORTHERN AND COASTAL STATIONS --- APPLY TODAY Qualifications 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 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; 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 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. If you have previous or current law
enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify
at the GL-9 grade level. You 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 manner. Education
Substitution: There is no education substitution for this 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. How
to Apply Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to
the CBP Talent Network page. For Position of Interest select Border
Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions. You will
then be provided links the Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on
USAJOBS , the federal government---s official employment site, to
complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the
job opening announcement and follow all instructions in the
application process. If you have questions about the application
process, contact a recruiter through the USBP website
(www.cbp.gov/careers/usbp) and check the CBP calendar at
www.cbp.gov/cbp-events-calendar frequently for upcoming
informational webinars, in-person recruiter events, and virtual
career events.
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