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Border Patrol Agent (BPA)
- Experienced (GL-9 GS-11) NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S.

Customs and Border Protection.

Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.

You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience.

This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization.

Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW 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.

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 and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move.

U.S.

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

Salary and Benefits: Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from: Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11 $63,148
- $120,145 per year Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.

Overtime Pay: Up to 25% 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 from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12.

You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.

All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.
*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 customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.

Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens 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: GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.

Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.

Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.

If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level.

GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as: Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.

Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.

Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.

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.

There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.

Other Requirements: Citizenship : You must be a U.S.

Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency : You must have had primary U.S.

residency (including 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 in 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, and 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.

NOTE: 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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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW

As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), 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 CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

• 
  
• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
  
• Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
  
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
  
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States; and
  
• Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
  

You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations:

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty location in another geographic location within the United States. Locations offered are based on operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

**Recruitment Incentive** Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a three-year service contract, in the following locations:

Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis

California: Calexico

Hawaii: Honolulu

Maine: Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro

Michigan: Detroit, Port Huron, Sault Sainte Marie

Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls

Montana: Raymond, Sweetgrass

New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River

North Dakota: Dunseith, Portal

Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford

Washington: Blaine, Oroville

**Recruitment Incentive** Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a four-year service contract, in the following locations:

California: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate

Florida: Key West

North Dakota: Pembina

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:

Locality pay varies by duty location.

Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.

Grade level eligibility and salaries vary depending upon background, including experience and education, and duty location of the opportunity. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level. Promotions are at the discretion of the agency.

Officers 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 and ROTH 401(k) offering.

You qualify for the GS-9 grade level in one of the following ways: experience, education, or a combination of both.

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes:

• 
  
• Detaining suspected violators of federal, state, or local laws and/or arresting violators using the proper law enforcement methods.
  
• Enforcing the laws and regulations relating to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping to and from the United States.
  
• Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats and perform risk assessments for violations of laws and threats to national security.
  
• Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity for the purposes of gaining information from suspected violators of laws to determine the appropriate course of action.
  

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and decisions with respect to the application of the regulations, instructions, and procedures for importing and exporting merchandise to and from the United States; or enforcement and administration of laws relating to the right of persons to enter, reside in or depart from the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Education Substitution: A master's (or higher) degree, or two or more years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university; OR

Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience AND successfully completed graduate-level education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

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 (3) of the last five (5) 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 Customs and Border Protection Officer 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: You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately two (2) weeks at your home port. You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in Glynco, GA. This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training, examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc. Candidates assigned to the southern border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program, which will be completed at their home port. Successful completion of the Academy is required for this position.

Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page. For Position of Interest, select Customs and Border Protection Officer.

You’ll then receive a link(s) to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS 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 CBPO Entrance Exam.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with OFO and CBP.

NEW RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES!

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an
exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie,
pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. You will be part of the
Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to
make your move.

As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), 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 CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal
Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

• 
  
• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
  
• Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
  
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
  
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
  
• Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
  

Duty Locations – Incentives available for some locations

You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations:

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if
the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty
location in another geographic location within the United States. Locations offered are based on
operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as
determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

Salary – and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives – and Benefits

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:

• 
  
• GS-5 and GS-7 $40,332 - $109,952 per year
  

Qualifications:

You qualify for the GS-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience:A minimum of three (3) years full-time general work experience that demonstrates the
ability to meet and deal with people and the ability to learn and be able to apply a body of facts; OR

Education Substitution:A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four (4)-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 successfully completed college
education AND general work experience. This will be calculated using your resume and official or
unofficial college transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GS-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to at least
the next lower grade level that includes:

• 
  
• Performing physical inspections of people, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud,
  and/or illegal operations.
  
• Utilizing observational techniques, evaluating facts, and reviewing documentation while
  applying Federal, State, or local laws and regulations.
  
• Making determinations in compliance with laws and regulations that may lead to arrests, seizure
  of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings.
  OR for the GS-7 grade level:
  

  Education Substitution:A bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement based on (1) class
  standing, (2) grade-point average (3.0 or higher), or (3) honor society membership; OR one (1) full year
  of graduate-level education. This education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities
  necessary to do the work: OR
  

  Combination of Experience and Education:A combination of specialized work experience equivalent to
  the next lower grade level AND graduate level education from an accredited college or university. This
  will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your
  application.
  

  If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may
  qualify at the GS-9 grade level. See the GS-9 Job Opportunity Announcement (JOAs) at USAJOBS, the
  federal government’s official employment site to determine if you qualify.
  
  

  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 (3) of the last five (5) 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 Customs and Border Protection
  Officer 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:You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately
  two (2) weeks at your home port. You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field
  
  

  Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in
  Glynco, GA. This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training,
  examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc. Candidates assigned to the southern
  border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program,
  which will be completed at their home port. Successful completion of the Academy is required for this
  position.
  

  How to Apply:

  
  Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page. For Position of
  Interest, select Customs and Border Protection Officer.
  You’ll then receive a link(s) to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS 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 CBPO Entrance Exam.
  As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about
  webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with OFO and CBP.

NEW RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES!

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an
exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie,
pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. You will be part of the
Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to
make your move.

As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), 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 CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal
Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

• 
  
• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
  
• Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
  
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
  
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
  
• Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
  

Duty Locations – Incentives available for some locations

You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations:

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if
the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty
location in another geographic location within the United States. Locations offered are based on
operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as
determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

Salary – and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives – and Benefits

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:

• 
  
• GS-5 and GS-7 $40,332 - $109,952 per year
  

Qualifications:

You qualify for the GS-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience:A minimum of three (3) years full-time general work experience that demonstrates the
ability to meet and deal with people and the ability to learn and be able to apply a body of facts; OR

Education Substitution:A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four (4)-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 successfully completed college
education AND general work experience. This will be calculated using your resume and official or
unofficial college transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GS-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to at least
the next lower grade level that includes:

• 
  
• Performing physical inspections of people, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud,
  and/or illegal operations.
  
• Utilizing observational techniques, evaluating facts, and reviewing documentation while
  applying Federal, State, or local laws and regulations.
  
• Making determinations in compliance with laws and regulations that may lead to arrests, seizure
  of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings.
  OR for the GS-7 grade level:
  

  Education Substitution:A bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement based on (1) class
  standing, (2) grade-point average (3.0 or higher), or (3) honor society membership; OR one (1) full year
  of graduate-level education. This education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities
  necessary to do the work: OR
  

  Combination of Experience and Education:A combination of specialized work experience equivalent to
  the next lower grade level AND graduate level education from an accredited college or university. This
  will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your
  application.
  

  If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may
  qualify at the GS-9 grade level. See the GS-9 Job Opportunity Announcement (JOAs) at USAJOBS, the
  federal government’s official employment site to determine if you qualify.
  
  

  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 (3) of the last five (5) 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 Customs and Border Protection
  Officer 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:You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately
  two (2) weeks at your home port. You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field
  
  

  Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in
  Glynco, GA. This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training,
  examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc. Candidates assigned to the southern
  border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program,
  which will be completed at their home port. Successful completion of the Academy is required for this
  position.
  

  How to Apply:

  
  Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page. For Position of
  Interest, select Customs and Border Protection Officer.
  You’ll then receive a link(s) to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS 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 CBPO Entrance Exam.
  As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about
  webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with OFO and CBP.

NEW RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES!

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an
exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie,
pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. You will be part of the
Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to
make your move.

As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), 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 CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal
Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

• 
  
• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
  
• Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
  
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
  
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
  
• Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
  

Duty Locations – Incentives available for some locations

You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations:

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if
the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty
location in another geographic location within the United States. Locations offered are based on
operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as
determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

Salary – and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives – and Benefits

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:

• 
  
• GS-5 and GS-7 $40,332 - $109,952 per year
  

Qualifications:

You qualify for the GS-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience:A minimum of three (3) years full-time general work experience that demonstrates the
ability to meet and deal with people and the ability to learn and be able to apply a body of facts; OR

Education Substitution:A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four (4)-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 successfully completed college
education AND general work experience. This will be calculated using your resume and official or
unofficial college transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GS-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to at least
the next lower grade level that includes:

• 
  
• Performing physical inspections of people, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud,
  and/or illegal operations.
  
• Utilizing observational techniques, evaluating facts, and reviewing documentation while
  applying Federal, State, or local laws and regulations.
  
• Making determinations in compliance with laws and regulations that may lead to arrests, seizure
  of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings.
  OR for the GS-7 grade level:
  

  Education Substitution:A bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement based on (1) class
  standing, (2) grade-point average (3.0 or higher), or (3) honor society membership; OR one (1) full year
  of graduate-level education. This education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities
  necessary to do the work: OR
  

  Combination of Experience and Education:A combination of specialized work experience equivalent to
  the next lower grade level AND graduate level education from an accredited college or university. This
  will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your
  application.
  

  If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may
  qualify at the GS-9 grade level. See the GS-9 Job Opportunity Announcement (JOAs) at USAJOBS, the
  federal government’s official employment site to determine if you qualify.
  
  

  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 (3) of the last five (5) 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 Customs and Border Protection
  Officer 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:You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately
  two (2) weeks at your home port. You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field
  
  

  Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in
  Glynco, GA. This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training,
  examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc. Candidates assigned to the southern
  border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program,
  which will be completed at their home port. Successful completion of the Academy is required for this
  position.
  

  How to Apply:

  
  Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page. For Position of
  Interest, select Customs and Border Protection Officer.
  You’ll then receive a link(s) to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS 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 CBPO Entrance Exam.
  As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about
  webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with OFO and CBP.