Legal Jobs in Islip, NY
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Prominent national firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney for their expanding federal Workers' Compensation Defense practice. You will assist with litigating complex cases under the Defense Base Act (DBA). Prior Workers' Compensation or DBA experience is NOT required.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team that offers growth and a flexible work culture with fully remote/hybrid options. This role can be based in any of their NY Metro offices: NYC, Long Island or Westchester. Fully remote option is available.
Ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of litigation experience, Civil or Criminal, either Plaintiffs' or Defense side and have prior experience in one or more of the following: Trial prep, court appearances, discovery, analyzing medical records, taken or assisted with depositions.
Responsibilities:
- File review and legal analysis of workers’ compensation claims
- Regularly represent clients at depositions and hearings
- Manage cases from start to finish
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in any U.S. State
- 2-4 years' experience
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Base salary up to 140k (DOE) + Generous Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package + Fully Remote/Hybrid
Please email resume to
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Our client, a well-regarded regional defense firm, is seeking a General Liability Counsel to join their Westchester, NY team. The ideal candidate will have 10+ of general liability or insurance defense related litigation experience.
Competitive base salary 150k to 175k+, bonus and benefits.
This is a hybrid remote position, 2/3 days in office, 2/3 days remote per week.
Candidates must be admitted to practice in NY.
Resumes may be sent to
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Our client, a well-regarded regional defense firm, is seeking a General Liability Trial Attorney to join their Westchester, NY team. The ideal candidate will have 10+ of general liability or construction litigation experience. Candidates should have 1st or 2nd chair jury trial defense experience. Team lead experience is preferred, not required.
Competitive base salary 170k to 190k, bonus and benefits.
This is a hybrid remote position, 2/3 days in office, 2/3 days remote per week.
Candidates must be admitted to practice in NY.
Resumes may be sent to
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Recognized as one of the Top Ten Employers in the 2025 Long Island Top Workplaces by the Long Island Press for the eighth consecutive year, Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP earned this distinction based entirely on confidential feedback from employees through an independent workplace survey. The firm has also been named to the 2026 edition of U.S. News & World Report – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” rankings for the 16th consecutive year in both Medical Malpractice Law and Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants.
These recognitions reflect the firm’s continued commitment to professional excellence, collaboration, and providing a supportive environment where attorneys can grow and succeed. As our practice continues to expand, we are seeking Litigation Associates to join our General Liability Defense team.
GENERAL LIABILITY LITIGATION RESPONSIBILITIES -
We are looking for a candidate who is capable of independently handling a full case load for general liability, including transportation, premises and construction/Labor Law matters. The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to -
- managing a caseload
- covering court appearances, conducting and defending depositions
- meeting with experts
- attending inspections
- strong writing and analytical skills
The ideal candidate will be a self-starting individual who thrives in a fast paced, friendly environment.
Qualifications
- Admitted to practice in NYS and in good standing
- Preferably 3+ years of relevant experience
- Demonstrated excellence in research, writing, and legal analysis
- Excellent communication/reporting skills.
This is an excellent long-term career opportunity for the right individual who is eager to develop independence and responsibility in all aspects of cases and client relations.
About Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP -
Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP was established in 1993 and has continually grown to a 60+ attorney, multi practice firm. Our firm seeks candidates who share our passion to provide the highest level of service and to exceed our clients’ expectations.
Benefits of a career at LJAA include:
- Marketing and communications support to participate in panels, publish articles, and gain visibility
- Competitive benefits package is offered which includes: BCBS medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account, 401k, paid holidays, paid time off and the option to enroll in additional voluntary ancillary benefits.
We are conveniently located at exit 58 off of the Long Island Expressway on the corner of Veterans Memorial Highway and Motor Parkway in the pink glass building.
ALL RESUMES WILL BE HELD CONFIDENTIALLY.
Salary, commensurate with experience, as well as hybrid/remote opportunity, may be discussed further with potential candidates.
Estates / Trusts Paralegal
Hauppauge, NY
Perm
33-36/hour
Position Overview
An established and growing law firm based in Hauppauge NY is seeking an experienced Estates / Trusts Paralegal to support its Elder Law and Estate Administration practice. This role involves extensive work with probate matters, Surrogate's Court filings, and frequent client interaction. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment. This is a full time and permanent position paying $33.00 – $36.00 per hour and the ideal candidate must have hands-on experience in Estates, Trusts, and Probate/Estate Administration. must have Paralegal Certificate Required. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal looking for long-term stability and professional growth in a specialized area of law.
This role is NOT for a Real Estate Paralegal - Applicants with a primarily real estate–focused background will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and file Surrogate's Court petitions and related probate and administration documents
- Support attorneys with Estate Administration, Estate Planning, and Elder Law matters
- Maintain heavy client contact, including gathering documentation and providing case updates
- Draft and prepare legal documents, including:
- Wills
- Trusts
- Powers of Attorney
- Health Care Proxies
- Guardianship applications
- Additional Surrogate's Court filings
- Manage case files, deadlines, and court requirements with a high level of accuracy and organization
Qualifications
- Required: Prior experience as a Paralegal in an Estates/Trusts or Probate department
- Required: Paralegal Certificate
- Not applicable: Real Estate Paralegal experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent client service skills
- Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience with HotDocs preferred
- Knowledge of Time Matters is a plus
Our client, a well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a Team Lead to join their Westchester County, NY team. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of general liability or insurance defense related experience as well as experience leading/training other attorneys.
This position is hybrid remote, 2 days remote, 3 days in office per week. This is a partnership track position.
Candidates should be admitted to practice in NY.
Competitive base salary 160k to 175k+, bonus and benefits.
Resumes may be sent to for review.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Hearing Representative - Special Education Claims
Background on the Project:
A prestigious government agency is addressing the backlog of special education claims in New York City to ensure timely and fair resolution of disputes between parents and the city regarding educational plans for children with special needs. Recent rulings have emphasized the need for faster resolution of these claims and improvements in special education services and payment processes. This initiative requires dedicated attorneys to join the team and play a critical role in managing a high volume of cases and driving claims through the administrative process.
Role Overview:
Our client is seeking contract attorneys barred and in good standing in any state with 1+ years of litigation experience to Work Remotely on a 1 plus year assignment. As a Hearing Representative, you will represent our client throughout the entire special education claims process—from intake to resolution or settlement.
Pay Rates:
- 1 to 7 years of experience: $41.75/hour
- 7+ years of experience: $43.75/hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Manage a high-volume caseload of 100–200 special education claims, ensuring timely and effective handling.
- Representation: Prepare for and/or litigate complex cases involving significant legal precedents, policy implications, or financial impact. Represent the agency in administrative hearings, pre-hearing conferences, and settlement negotiations.
- Administrative Process: Navigate procedural requirements and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws and regulations.
- Documentation: Prepare and review all necessary filings, agreements, and reports with accuracy and thoroughness.
- Settlement Negotiation: Work with parents, public advocacy groups, and opposing counsel to reach fair resolutions while negotiating claims for attorney’s fees.
- Training and Collaboration: Collaborate with special education specialists, technical experts, and attorneys; provide training to field staff and clinical staff on compliance with education laws.
- Research and Compliance: Analyze case law, gather evidence, and evaluate settlement demands. Provide guidance on compliance obligations to parents and students under hearing orders.
Required Qualifications:
- Bar Admission: Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state.
- Litigation Experience: Minimum of 1+ years of recent litigation experience (more preferred).
- Tech Savvy: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues.
- Caseload Management: Proven ability to manage 100–200 cases concurrently.
- Timekeeping: Ability to log activities in 15-minute increments throughout the workday.
- Remote Work Skills: Dedicated workspace, reliable Wi-Fi, and comfort with virtual tools like Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
- Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to accommodate early morning hearings and work within Eastern Time Zone hours (7 AM–7 PM).
- Preferred Experience: Administrative Law, IEP/Special Education, Experience working for a government agency, Public Interest work, Settlement experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
- Chance to join fast growing firm in Long Island, NY This Jobot Job is hosted by: Bobby Kim Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $140,000
- $200,000 per year A bit about us: We are a boutique litigation law firm in Long Island, that regularly competes with top NYC firms.
We focus on high-stakes commercial disputes for regional businesses, real estate litigation, and employment law matters across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Additionally, we advocate for individuals experiencing discrimination in the workplace, housing, and school.
Discrimination victims should sue for damages to force change, fight harassment, retaliation, and failures to accommodate.
Our core practice areas include: Commercial Litigation Employment Discrimination Wage and Hour Law Independent Contractor Misclassification Contract Enforcement and Breach Regulatory and Licensed Industry Defense Real Estate Brokerage Litigation Antitrust and Unfair Competition Housing Discrimination Sexual Harassment Discrimination Whistleblower and Retaliation Litigation Education Discrimination Why join us? We are hiring a Litigation Associate who thrives on intellectual rigor, critical thinking, and building strategies from scratch.
The firm's culture is driven by its three-pillars of success: Self-confidence, Grit, and Skill.
We support our culture with an emphasis on leveraging technology.
Staff have access to a cloud-based legal research platform so that the latest cases are available everywhere, including at home and in the courtroom.
We have a secure, cloud-based case management system that catalogs every thought and action on each matter so that case facts are readily accessible at the stroke of a computer key.
Finally, enterprise file sharing, storage, and collaboration software is leveraged to enable the efficient collaboration between attorneys where case strategy and document preparation is fresh and innovative.
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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.
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.
