Driving And Transport Jobs in Kankakee

40 positions found

CDL A Truck Drivers
Salary not disclosed
Manteno, IL 2 days ago

Class A CDL Drivers - $1,800 - $2,000 weekly pay


Dive into a career that offers a job and a lifestyle where your efforts are recognized, and your success is celebrated. At Premier, weve built a culture that supports our team on and off the road. If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!


Apply today and see why many drivers have found their home at Premier Transportation. Lets drive towards success together!


Our requirements:



  • Class A CDL License


  • One year of tractor-trailer experience


  • 22 years or older

What you should know:




    • $.55-$0.60CPM (+ $20-$30 Stop Pay)



  • Local and Regional Routes available


  • Hometime varies based on route


  • No Touch Freight for local routes


  • Late model equipment


  • No slip seating

Already own a truck? Ask about our Owner Operator Opportunities!



  • Up to $250k per year


  • Choose your own schedule


  • Company paid auto liability & no trailer fees

Your perks & benefits:



  • Vacation, detention, stop off, holiday pay


  • Comprehensive benefits package (dental, health, vision, and life), including 401k


  • $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus


  • $100 Clean inspection Bonus Unlimited


  • $100 Monthly Safety Bonus


  • $1,200 Referral Bonus for Regional/OTR positions - call for more details
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Dedicated CDL A Team Truck Driver
✦ New
🏢 CRST
Salary not disclosed
Kankakee, IL 15 hours ago

CRST The Transportation Solution Inc. is one of the nation's largest transportation companies, providing total transportation solutions and comprehensive logistics services to customers all over North America. We are looking for Experienced CDL A Team Truck Drivers to Haul Dedicated freight all over the US.

  • CDL A Teams can make $125,000 to $135,000 a year per driver
  • Guaranteed 4500 miles to the truck
  • Top CDL A Performers are averaging 5000 miles per week to the truck
  • Up to a $15,000 SIGN ON BONUS per driver
  • Dedicated Account
  • Monthly Hometime
  • $0.76 to $0.85 CPM
  • $30-$34 Stop Pay
  • Weekly Payroll
  • Reefer / Freezer Units
  • Live Loading
  • Small Fleet, Low Turnover
  • Local Support Staff
  • Great Benefits, including Medical, Dental and Vision

Looking to Move? Ask us about our relocation bonus if you move within 35 miles of Cincinnati, OH or Indianapolis, IN.

CRST The Transportation Solution Inc. offers all or drivers the following benefits:

  • Medical Bridge (First 60 days of Employment)
  • Major Medical (Starts after 60days of Employment)
  • Dental (Starts after 60days of Employment)
  • Vision (Starts after 60days of Employment)
  • Life Insurance and 401K (Starts after 60days of Employment)
  • **All employees must enroll in benefits within 60 days of hire
  • **All benefits provide Nationwide coverage
  • 21 years or older
  • CDL A, 6 Months of CDL A truck driver experience
  • Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment pursuant to applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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CDL-A OTR HazMat/Reefer Driver – No Local Routes
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Bourbonnais, IL 15 hours ago

Join a dedicated Over-the-Road HazMat/Reefer team running east of I-35 (no NYC). Earn 65 CPM on all miles, enjoy health, dental, and 401K benefits after 90 days, and run with a company that treats you like family—not a number.

Home Time: 2–3 weeks out, 2–3 days home
Requirements: CDL-A, 3 yrs current experience, Tanker HazMat endorsements

Job Details

Specialized Transport Solutions is a family owned and operated HazMat/Reefer company based inFranklin, TN. We pride ourselves on customer service and treating everyone with respect. Providingour customers with safe and careful solutions is the foundation of our business. With our drivers beingthe backbone and face of our service and we'd be proud to have YOU as a part of our family!

*OTR Only, No Local Available*

Our Drivers Enjoy:

  • Earn 65 CPM on ALL miles!!
  • Detention Pay
  • Layover Pay
  • PTO
  • Retention Bonus
  • Rider Policy after 30 days
  • Run East of I-35 NO NYC!
  • Insurance benefits after 90 days: health, dental, 401K MATCH, and AFLAC
  • Vacation Pay

Are you a runner? We pay a $500 BONUS for every 35 days of dispatch!!

What We're Looking For:

  • SAFE AND COURTEOUS Drivers
  • Tanker AND HazMat endorsement
  • At least 3 years of current driving experience

If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a family to continue your professional drivingcareer with then... WELCOME HOME!

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DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL OPERATIONS
Salary not disclosed
Kankakee, IL 3 days ago

Overview

Reporting to the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Financial Operations serves as a strategic finance leader and trusted business partner responsible for driving financial performance, operational excellence, and data-informed decision-making across the organization. The Director provides leadership and oversight for strategic finance, revenue analysis, payer structures, and the development of best-in-class financial and analytic operations that support optimal financial effectiveness, service excellence, and high-quality patient care.

This role partners closely with clinical, operational, and departmental leaders to guide annual operating and capital budgeting, long-range financial planning, forecasting, and performance improvement initiatives. The Director ensures transparent communication of financial results, productivity, resource utilization, KPIs, and variance analyses while proactively identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to strengthen financial performance.

Essential Duties

  • Serve as a key strategic partner to the Vice President & CFO in setting and executing the organization’s financial strategy, with accountability for operational financial performance
  • Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial modeling, including annual operating and capital budgets and performance improvement initiatives
  • Ensures compliance with relevant regulations, standards and directives from regulatory agencies and third-party payors
  • Oversees preparation and submission of Medicare, Medicaid and other third-party cost reports
  • Partner with clinical, operational, and departmental leaders to translate financial data into actionable insights related to productivity, resource utilization, service line performance, and revenue optimization
  • Develop and oversee best-in-class financial analytics, benchmarking, and KPI dashboards to drive transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Analyze financial and operational trends, variances, and risks; proactively develop and implement corrective action plans to achieve financial and operational targets
  • Provide leadership over revenue analysis, payer structures, and labor productivity strategies to support margin improvement and sustainable growth
  • Ensure effective financial controls, policies, and procedures are maintained in accordance with regulatory, audit, and governance standards
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team; foster strong internal communication, engagement, and a culture of collaboration and accountability
  • Support organizational initiatives that enhance community relationships, physician alignment, and the organization’s overall reputation and mission


Responsibilities

Required Education:

  • Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required; CPA preferred

Required Experience/Skills

  • 7–10+ years of progressive healthcare finance experience, including leadership responsibility within a hospital, health system, or complex healthcare organization
  • Demonstrated expertise in hospital financial operations, including labor productivity, revenue cycle performance, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, and operating and capital budgeting
  • Strong strategic, analytical, and financial modeling capabilities with the ability to translate complex data into executive-level insights
  • Proven ability to partner effectively with clinical leaders, physician groups, operational teams, and executive leadership
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging in high-level forums and addressing complex financial issues
  • Experience leading change, driving performance improvement, and developing high-performing teams
  • High integrity, sound judgment, and alignment with organizational values
  • Proficiency in ERP and financial systems, with strong data visualization and reporting capabilities

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties within scope of practice of role.


Our Commitment To You

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes:

Compensation

  • Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits - .5 To 1.0 FTE

  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Leadership Development

Employee Health Requirements

Exposure/Sensory Requirements:

Exposure To

  • Chemicals: Refer to MSDS Sheets
  • Video Display Terminals: Extreme
  • Blood and Body Fluids: None
  • TB or Airborne Pathogens: None

Sensory Requirements (speech, Vision, Smell, Hearing, Touch)

  • Speech: Needed for presentations/training, telephone communication, facilitate meetings.
  • Vision: Needed to read memos and literature
  • Smell: Helpful to note presence of electrical/fire hazard.
  • Hearing: Needed for telephone communication, meetings, alarms and listening to visitor/employee concerns.
  • Touch: Needed to write, computer entry, filing.

Activity/Lifting Requirements

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:

  • Sit: 90%
  • Twist: 0%
  • Stand: 10%
  • Crawl: 0%
  • Walk: 0%
  • Kneel: 0%
  • Lift: 0%
  • Drive: 0%
  • Squat: 0%
  • Climb: 0%
  • Bend: 0%
  • Reach above shoulders: 0%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:

  • Up to 10 lbs: Occasionally
  • Up to 20 lbs: Not Required
  • Up to 35 lbs: Not Required
  • Up to 50 lbs: Not Required
  • Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
  • Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
  • Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:

  • Sit: 120
  • Twist: 0
  • Stand: 10
  • Crawl: 0
  • Walk: 0
  • Kneel: 0
  • Lift: 0
  • Drive: 0
  • Squat: 0
  • Climb: 0
  • Bend: 0
  • Reach above shoulders: 0

Repetitive Use Of Hands (Frequency Indicated)

  • Simple grasp up to 10 lbs. Normal weight: constant
  • Pushing & pulling Normal weight:
  • Fine Manipulation: Excessive typing and data entry

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: None

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards Environmental Factors (Time Spent)

  • Inside hours: 8
  • Outside hours : 0
  • Temperature: Normal Range
  • Lighting: Average
  • Noise levels: Average
  • Humidity: Normal Range
  • Atmosphere:

Special Hazards

Protective Clothing Required: None

Be Remarkable as a Financial Leader

At Riverside HealthCare, financial leadership is not back-office — it is mission-critical.

We are seeking a strategic, data-driven Director of Financial Operations to serve as a trusted partner to our Vice President & CFO and executive team. This leader will drive financial performance, strengthen operational excellence, and translate complex financial data into actionable insights that advance high-quality patient care and sustainable growth.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned healthcare finance professional who thrives at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and operational partnership.

What You Will Lead

  • Strategic financial planning, forecasting, and long-range modeling
  • Annual operating and capital budgeting processes
  • Revenue analysis, payer strategy, and labor productivity initiatives
  • Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party cost reporting
  • KPI development, benchmarking, and executive-level reporting
  • Financial performance improvement and variance analysis
  • Development of a high-performing finance team

You will partner closely with clinical, operational, and executive leaders to ensure transparent financial communication and proactive decision-making that strengthens margins, service excellence, and community impact.

What We’re Looking For

  • 7–10+ years of progressive healthcare finance leadership
  • Deep expertise in hospital financial operations and reimbursement
  • Advanced financial modeling and analytic capabilities
  • Proven ability to influence clinical and executive stakeholders
  • Strong executive presence and communication skills
  • Master’s degree required; CPA preferred

Why Riverside? Be Remarkable.

At Riverside, we believe leadership means ownership, accountability, and impact. As a regional healthcare leader, we are building financial operations that are forward-thinking, transparent, and performance-driven.

We are looking for a finance leader who wants more than oversight — someone ready to shape strategy, strengthen performance, and make a measurable difference.

If you are ready to lead boldly, think strategically, and Be Remarkable — we’re ready for you.

Pay Range

USD $62.67 - USD $86.30 /Hr

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Driver - Pick-up and Deliver
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Kankakee, Illinois 1 day ago
Why Deliver with DoorDash?
DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with DoorDash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms.
Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time.
Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want.
Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer.
Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting.
Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.**
Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.
Basic Requirements
18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
Driver's license number
Social security number (only in the US)
Consistent access to a smartphone
How to Sign Up
Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process
Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go
*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.
**Subject to eligibility..
***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia
Additional information
Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.
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Youth Development Specialist - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
Salary not disclosed
Kankakee, IL 2 days ago
Description:

Located in Hershey, PA, Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-notch home and school where over 2,200 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education. This is made possible by the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who established the school in 1909 and ensured it was fully endowed. Thanks to their foresight and generosity, the school has over 12,000 graduates and continues to expand to serve more students.MHS is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this unique and life-changing career, couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students living in the home. Flex Houseparents play a vital role in creating a structured, family-like environment that fosters students’ academic, emotional, and social development so they can reach their full potential.Responsibilities include:

Providing daily supervision and mentorship

Managing household routines and student schedules

Administering medications and ensuring student wellness

Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students

Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel

Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Upon hire, Flex Houseparents initially support various student homes and follow a working schedule of nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off. On weekdays, houseparents have unscheduled time while students are in school. Flex Houseparents eventually transition into a Placed Houseparent role, where they live and work with the same group of students in their own student home.Benefits include:

Salary: $44,768.00 per person (approximately $168,000 total compensation per couple, including free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more)

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings

Relocation assistance and paid training provided

Paid time off provided at designated times throughout the year

Qualifications:

Qualifications include:

Experience working or volunteering with youth

This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years

Both spouses must be age 27 or older

No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home

Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty

Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed

Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans

Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)

High school diploma or GED required

Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students

This is a unique, challenging, and rewarding career and life choice that requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses. For consideration, both spouses must complete individual employment applications. To learn more and apply, visit
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Houseparents - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
✦ New
🏢 Milton Hershey School
Salary not disclosed
Kankakee, IL 15 hours ago
Description:

Located in Hershey, PA, Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-notch home and school where over 2,200 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education. This is made possible by the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who established the school in 1909 and ensured it was fully endowed. Thanks to their foresight and generosity, the school has over 12,000 graduates and continues to expand to serve more students.MHS is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this unique and life-changing career, couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students living in the home. Flex Houseparents play a vital role in creating a structured, family-like environment that fosters students’ academic, emotional, and social development so they can reach their full potential.Responsibilities include:

Providing daily supervision and mentorship

Managing household routines and student schedules

Administering medications and ensuring student wellness

Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students

Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel

Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Upon hire, Flex Houseparents initially support various student homes and follow a working schedule of nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off. On weekdays, houseparents have unscheduled time while students are in school. Flex Houseparents eventually transition into a Placed Houseparent role, where they live and work with the same group of students in their own student home.Benefits include:

Salary: $44,768.00 per person (approximately $168,000 total compensation per couple, including free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more)

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings

Relocation assistance and paid training provided

Paid time off provided at designated times throughout the year

Qualifications:

Qualifications include:

Experience working or volunteering with youth

This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years

Both spouses must be age 27 or older

No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home

Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty

Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed

Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans

Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)

High school diploma or GED required

Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students

This is a unique, challenging, and rewarding career and life choice that requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses. For consideration, both spouses must complete individual employment applications. To learn more and apply, visit
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Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Kankakee, IL 15 hours ago
Job Description

Talent4Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Kankakee, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 03/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel

Basic Requirements

Department: Emergency Room (ER) – RN

Experience Required

- Minimum 2 years recent ER experience
- Travel experience required
- EPIC experience required

Certifications

- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC (may be waived for strong ER experience)

Facility / ER Overview

- Trauma Level: Level 2 (Adults & Pediatrics)
- Specialty: Stroke & STEMI receiving facility
- Total ER Beds: 35
- Trauma Bays: 2
- Fast Track: Yes – 8 beds
- Average Daily ER Volume: ~111 patients

Patient Care

Nurse to Patient Ratio

- 1:4

Common Diagnoses

- Trauma / GSW
- Violent crime injuries
- Stroke
- STEMI
- Mental health
- Pediatric respiratory illness
- Fractures

Drips

- All critical care drips

ER Layout & Workflow

Triage

- Separate triage area
- ESI triage algorithm
- Travelers can perform triage

Psych Rooms

- Dedicated psych/seclusion rooms
- Staffed by ER nurses

Holding Area

- Patients intermixed within ER

Security

- 24/7 security
- Located in ER during peak volume times

Staff & Support

Providers

- ER Physicians and Mid-levels
- Peak times: 2 MDs + 3 Mid-levels

Charge Nurse

- Team Lead 24/7

Support Staff

- LPNs (nights)
- ER Techs
- Paramedics (IVs & tech duties)

Lab / Blood Draws

- Done by RNs & Techs

EKGs

- Done by Techs & Nurses

Respiratory Therapy

- Available 24/7
- Responds to codes
- Not physically housed in ER

Telemetry

- ER nurses monitor & read strips

Imaging

- X-ray & CT: Located next door

Transport

- 9 AM – 9 PM: Transport team moves patients
- After 9 PM: Nurses transport patients
- Critical patients: Always transported by nurse

Scheduling

Shift Lengths

- 12-hour shifts

Start Times

- Multiple start times:

- 5 AM

- 9 AM

- 12 PM

- 1 PM

- 3 PM

- 6 PM

- 8 PM

- 10 PM

Scheduling

- Set by unit manager
- Block scheduling attempts accommodated

Weekend & Holiday

- Weekend: Every other
- Holiday: Every other

Other Details

- Call Requirement: None
- Floating: None
- Scrub Color: Caribbean Blue
- Orientation: 1 × 12-hour unit orientation shift

About Talent4Health

A leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US.

With countless prestigious clients under our umbrella, backed up by passionate and hard-working recruiters, we are a team you have been looking for!

Why Choose us?

When it comes to choosing a recruitment agency, it’s imperative to consider what all they have to offer.

1. Proficiency: Our seasoned team of professionals has years of experience and we are dedicated to provide the highest quality service to our clients and candidates.
2. Personalized service: We understand that every candidate is unique, and we work closely with each one to develop a customized plan that meets their specific needs.
3. Consistency: We are devoted to offer dependable recruitment solutions for our candidates, and we are always a phone call away for all their questions or concerns.
4. Comprehensive care: Our healthcare recruitment team works for different specialties, so there is a job for everyone.

If this is all that excites you, do visit  today!
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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) – in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector(Entry Level) (Kankakee)
Salary not disclosed
Kankakee, IL 3 days ago

A MISSION WORTHY OF A CAREER!

If you’re looking for “just a job,” then stop reading right now. But, if you’re looking for a long-term federal law enforcement career, one that makes a difference every day to our country and its citizens, then the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) would like you to take the first step to becoming an entry level Border Patrol Agent. 

USBP is hiring immediately to fill full-time,entry-level, career positions in federal law enforcement where your prior experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify. Train and work with an elite team of professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and sense of purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. 

Now is the time to make your move because, along with excellent base pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives (see details below).

Salary and Benefits

Annual base salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $51,632 - $92,219 per year. 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 eligible for up to $20,000 in incentives. 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 such as Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer or Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or 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.

Duty Locations

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. 

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. 

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:

  • Big Bend Sector Stations - *Presidio, Van Horn, *Sanderson, Alpine, *Sierra Blanca, Marfa
  • Buffalo Sector Stations - Wellesley Island
  • Del Rio Sector Stations - Del Rio, Brackettville, *Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
  • El Paso Sector Stations - Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces, *Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta
  • El Centro Sector Stations - El Centro, Indio, Calexico
  • Grand Forks Sector Stations - Pembina
  • Havre Sector Stations - Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass
  • Houlton Sector Stations - Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren
  • Laredo Sector Stations - Laredo South, Cotulla, *Hebbronville, Laredo West, *Freer, Laredo North, Zapata
  • Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations - Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen
  • San Diego Sector Stations - Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente
  • Spokane Sector Stations - Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville
  • Swanton Sector Stations - Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford
  • Tucson Sector Stations - *Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox
  • Yuma Sector Stations - Blythe, Yuma, Wellton

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)

permanent
United States Border Patrol Agent
$49,739

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: /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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