border protection professional

Protect America's Borders

You'll be part of a highly trained team dedicated to safeguarding the nation by enforcing laws and preventing illicit activities along our borders. Our elite professionals work tirelessly to detect, question, and apprehend those suspected of violating immigration and customs regulations.

• Ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations


• Gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records


• Familiarity with law enforcement procedures, regulations, methods, and techniques


• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly through classroom training or on-the-job instruction

• A competitive annual base salary with potential for additional pay increases based on location or experience
• An array federal employment benefits including health insurance plans dental insurance , generous annual leave program sick leave participation in thrift savings plan retirement plan akin traditional roth 401 k offering recruitment incentive newly appointed border patrol agents will offered up $20 thousand upon successful completion border patrol academy remaining awarded accepting prioritized locations Recruitment Incentive Newly Appointed Border Patrol Agents May Also Qualify For Up To 40 Thousand Additional Incentives Distributed Over First Four Years retention incentives distributed over four years eligible select from variety federal employment benefits provided total compensation package significantly attractive job seekers worldwide these positions well-suited individuals seeking rewarding challenging careers that offer stability growth opportunities employees succeed thrive rapidly changing environment low turnover rates indicates strong commitment core values vision mission headquartered Washington D.C operating agencies international regional national levels overseeing multiple service areas require specialized skills expertise drive success
  
• Fully trained BPAs may become eligible receive up an additional twenty five percent their base pay BPA Pay Reform Act Two thousand fourteen career ladder position grade level progression GL five seven nine eleven twelve selecting next higher grade level without reapplying successfully completing fifty two weeks each respective grade shows clear path professional advancement fulfillment personal goals aspirations find reason excel dynamic fast paced environments constantly evolving regulatory frameworks critical high stakes decision making demands adaptability resilience under pressure emphasis placed maintaining physical mental stamina extraordinary circumstances encouraged pursue cutting edge technologies tools process improve efficiency productivity collaborative teamwork open communication transparent inclusive workplace culture lean agile methodology reducing bureaucratic red tape accelerating action accountability bottom line results impact community served accountable actions taken toward specific objectives set achievable realistic timelines continuous learning monitoring progress identified areas improvement active risk management mitigate adverse consequences ensure sustained excellence long term sustainability continually evolve meet new challenges emerging trends industry wide shifts technological advancements strategic alliances foster innovation continuity frontiers scientific research underscore track record accelerated development concepts proven solutions worthy reputation progressively developed services strengthen quality initiatives gain efficiencies streamline processes increasingly business acumen evidenced tangible outcomes greater confidence stakeholders expand scope range oversight typical assignments include detecting questioning people suspected violation immigration custom laws inspecting documents possessions determine citizenship violations prevention apprehending undocumented non citizens smugglers illegal entry persons contraband surveillance covert using infrared scopes night operations interpreting following tracks marks other evidence illegal entry persons contraband performing farm checks building checks traffic checks city patrols transportation area patrolling international boundary coastal waterways government assets vehicles horses vessels watercraft off road vehicles ATVs snowmobiles motorcycles accomplishment USBP Mission education substitution bachelor degree superior academic achievement class standing GPA honor society membership one full year graduate level education field study related law enforcement e g criminal justice homeland security justice studies law enforcement courts judicial systems forensic technology psychology corrections rehabilitation combination general work experience college education calculated resume official unofficial transcripts submitted application veteran preference eligible age restriction apply Veterans Recruitment Appointment VRA hiring process complete pre screening questions linked CBP Talent Network registration page USAJOBS official employment site details job opportunity announcement follow instructions application process items resume transcripts submit evaluated based resume supporting documents BPA Entrance Exam contacts recruiter U.S. Border Patrol page careers c b p dot gov slash s u s b p subscribe monthly emails webinars career expos future opportunities CBP