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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- La Grange
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$49,739–$89,518
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Security & Law Enforcement
- La Vista, Nebraska
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Border Patrol Agent – Experienced Law Enforcement Professionals (Up to $60K Incentives)
- La Grange
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$63,148-$120,145
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Experienced New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- La Grange
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$63,148-$120,145
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GS11)
- La Grange
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$63,148-$120,145
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Border Patrol Agent
- La Grange
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$49,739–$89,518
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
- La Grange Park, Illinois
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Dental Hygienist
- La Vista, Nebraska
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Reserve Pharmacist
- La Grange, Kentucky
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Active General Pediatrician
- La Vista, Nebraska
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
SHARP GROSSMONT HOSPITAL - EM - STAFF PA
- La Mesa, California
- TeamHealth
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- La Grange, Illinois
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Court Security Officer - Full Time and Part Time 2025
- La Grange, Kentucky
- Oldham County Fiscal Court
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Corrections Recreation Leader
- La Grange, Kentucky
- Commonwealth of Kentucky
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Detention Officer
- La Fayette, Georgia
- Walker County Government
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Fire Loss Consultant
- La Vista, Nebraska
- Green Credit Omaha, NE
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Fire Protection Engineer
- La Marque, Texas
- Allied Fire Protection
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Distribution Trainee - Fire Protection
- La Habra, California
- Core & Main
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Correctional Officer: Safety, Security & De-Escalation
- La Fayette, Georgia
- Walker County Government
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Correctional Officer
- La Porte, Indiana
- State of Indiana
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Licensed Special Event Security
- La Porte, Texas
- Andy Frain
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Dispatcher
- La Vergne, Tennessee
- THE ICEE COMPANY
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Human and Social Services
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- La Cygne, Kansas
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
19K Armor Crewmember - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Entry Level (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
18X Special Forces Candidate - Start Your Career with the US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Find Success in US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- US ARMY
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91744)
- La Puente, California
- US ARMY
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Hiring Immediately (91744)
- La Puente, California
- US ARMY
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Corrections Officer Trainee - SCI Fayette
- La Belle, Pennsylvania
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Start Your Career with the US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- US ARMY
- Full Time
- Federal Government
19K Armor Crewmember - Start Your Career with the US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Start Your Career with the US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Hiring Immediately (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Start Your Career with the US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember (91744)
- La Puente, California
- US ARMY
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Detention Officer
- La Fayette, Georgia
- Walker County, Georgia Government
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Corrections Officer Trainee SCI Fayette
- La Belle, Missouri
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
11X Infantryman (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
18X Special Forces Candidate - Find Success in US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Corrections Officer Trainee: Begin a Public Safety Career
- La Belle, Pennsylvania
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
18X Special Forces Candidate - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Hiring Immediately (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Find Success in US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Entry Level (91744)
- La Puente, California
- US ARMY
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Find Success in US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Entry Level (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Pan American/Aggie Stadium - Event Security
- La Mesa, New Mexico
- Andy Frain
- Full Time
- Public Safety
19K Armor Crewmember - Find Success in US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Entry Level (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
18X Special Forces Candidate - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Find Success in US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Start Your Career with the US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
18X Special Forces Candidate - Start Your Career with the US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Hiring Immediately (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Start Your Career with the US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Hiring Immediately (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
18X Special Forces Candidate - Find Success in US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Start Your Career with the US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Find Success in US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Dispatcher - Corpus Christi, TX
- La Porte, Texas
- Stronghold Companies
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Public Health
Dispatcher - La Porte, TX
- La Porte, Texas
- Stronghold Companies
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
19K Armor Crewmember - Find Success in US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Entry Level (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
19K Armor Crewmember - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Find Success in US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Entry Level (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Fire Protection Engineer
- La Porte, Texas
- Allied Fire Protection
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
19K Armor Crewmember - Start Your Career with the US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Hiring Immediately (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Senior Corrections Officer: Lead Security & Operations
- La Belle, Missouri
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Animal Control Patrol & Shelter Officer
- La Porte, Texas
- City of La Porte
- Full Time
- Environmental Services
- Federal Government
Court Designated Worker -Administrative Office of the Courts (Non Merit)
- La Grange, Kentucky
- Commonwealth of Kentucky
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Legal Services
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- La Mesa, New Mexico
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Armed Security Officer - TN | Patrol & Access Control
- La Porte, Indiana
- Northwest Health La Porte
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Rope Access Technician - Field Safety & Rescue Expert
- La Porte, Texas
- Mistras Group
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Correctional Officer: Protect & Serve in State Facility
- La Grange, Kentucky
- Commonwealth of Kentucky
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Correctional Officer
- La Grange, Kentucky
- Commonwealth of Kentucky
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
11X Infantryman - Hiring Immediately (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Start Your Career with the US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Find Success in US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
19K Armor Crewmember - Start Your Career with the US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Entry Level (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
19K Armor Crewmember - Find Success in US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Entry Level (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
18X Special Forces Candidate - Start Your Career with the US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
18X Special Forces Candidate - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
18X Special Forces Candidate - Find Success in US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Entry Level
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Start Your Career with the US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
19K Armor Crewmember - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Entry Level
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Entry Level (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Firefighter
- La Crosse, Wisconsin
- City of LA Crosse Wisconsin
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Start Your Career with the US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Find Success in US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Hiring Immediately (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Firefighter
- La Crosse, Wisconsin
- GovernmentJobs.com
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Find Success in US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
13U1 Field Artillery - Find Your Full Time or Part Time Army Career (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Hiring Immediately (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Entry Level (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (95329)
- La Grange, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
14U1 Air and Missile Defense Crewmember - Entry Level (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (94020)
- La Honda, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army (98257)
- La Conner, Washington
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Firefighter
- La Crosse, Wisconsin
- City of La Crosse, WI
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (98257)
- La Conner, Washington
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army (95329)
- La Grange, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (91214)
- La Crescenta, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (98629)
- La Center, Washington
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
11X Infantryman - Start Your Career with the US Army (94020)
- La Honda, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (91011)
- La Canada Flintridge, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
12B1 Combat Engineer - Find Success in US Army (91744)
- La Puente, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government

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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- La Grange, US
- United States Customs and Border Protection
- Jul 25, 2026
- $$49,739–$89,518 - Full Time
United States Customs and Border Protection

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- $$49,739–$89,518
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- Jul 25, 2026
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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. 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 575.102 ) 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-9 - 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 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, 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. 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: careers.cbp.gov/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. 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. 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 575.102 ) 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-9 - 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 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, 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. 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: careers.cbp.gov/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.

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