Legal Jobs in Massachusetts
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The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor degree, be a member of the Massachusetts Bar, and possess strong legal research and writing skills.
Responsibilities include providing legal advice, drafting contracts, and leading functions within the Legal Department.
The position offers a competitive salary of $104,383 – $117,431 annually.
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This role involves steering the legal department and shaping strategies that benefit the LGBTQ+ communities it serves.
The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in civil rights litigation, with a strong understanding of the multifaceted identities within the community.
The position is ideally located in Boston, MA, offering a salary range of $190,000 to $220,000 based on experience.
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This role includes providing compliance advice on market access, drafting and negotiating various agreements, and reviewing promotional materials.
The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in law, particularly in areas related to advertising and healthcare operations.
The position allows for remote work and offers competitive compensation and benefits.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic business leader with strong legal expertise and a hands-on approach in various legal activities, including IP strategy and vendor contracts.
This role requires a passion for technology and the ability to contribute to a diverse team in a fast-growing environment.
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The Education Secretariat is committed to equity and valuing the unique and diverse characteristics and experiences of every member of its workforce. We encourage an authentic workplace where colleagues show up as their full selves, where collaboration, innovation, and connections are key to realizing our mission that all children, youth, and families thrive socially, academically, and economically. We seek teammates who are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment, where everyone is valued and engaged. We encourage you to apply and identify your strengths in these areas.
The Assistant General Counsel works under the supervision of the Deputy General Counsel and works closely with all divisions of the agency (e.g., quality, financial assistance access, workforce development, administration and finance, and licensing) to facilitate the general business activity of the agency and ensure compliance with governing laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. The incumbent performs legal work, as assigned, on issues regarding the licensing and regulation of child‑care facilities, including residential programs for children, and adoption and foster‑care placement agencies. The Assistant General Counsel assists the Deputy General Counsel in researching, drafting and implementing agency policy, procedures and regulations, and provides legal support to the agency in purchasing and administering subsidized child‑care through contract and grant drafting, interpretation and enforcement. They represent the agency in both internal and external meetings and administrative hearings and other hearings, including licensing and contract enforcement hearings in superior court. They provide labor‑management and negotiation support, as assigned, and provide information to the public on agency regulations, functions, and public documents. This position may assist in supervising legal interns and provides supervisory, legal and other support to help the agency process over 90,000 background record checks of licensed providers per year.
Key Responsibilities
- Researches and drafts regulations, policies and procedures for implementation
- Confers with and advises the General Counsel and other senior staff members
- Drafts child‑care administrative, legal and policy documents
- Performs legal‑related duties such as issuing correspondence and reports
- Consults with other legal counsel and state agency officials
- Represents the agency in court or at administrative hearings; determines legal strategy to be used; evaluates, negotiates, and, where appropriate, settles, mediates or litigates issues as they arise
- Advises licensing program staff on legal matters relevant to licensing of child‑care facilities; conducts legal research and drafts opinions on matters relating to agency functions and laws within the jurisdiction of the agency
- Drafts, interprets and enforces contracts, related laws and policies pertaining to the procurement and administration of subsidized child‑care
- Interprets laws, court decisions and opinions, rules and regulations applicable to the agency; drafts opinions thereon; advises agency employees of legal procedures involved in their operations; ensures that agency activities comply with applicable laws
- Drafts proposed legislation and regulations; studies and interprets the effects of legislation on agency functions; drafts testimony and other materials for presentation at legislative hearings as assigned
- Provides information and determines what agency documents to release in response to public records requests
- Provides legal support to the agency’s Background Record Check unit
- Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
- Exceptional ability to communicate well both orally and in writing
- Knowledge of the procedures followed in administrative law hearing conferences and courtroom proceedings
- Ability to independently try court cases and to conduct hearings
- Knowledge of legal research methods and procedure
- Knowledge of state and federal laws
- Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information
- Knowledge of the theory, principles and practices of law
- Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to deal tactfully with others and build team relationships
- Ability to adjust to varying or changing situations to meet emergency or changing requirements
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements
Applicants must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, admission to the Massachusetts Bar and (A) at least three years of full‑time, or equivalent part‑time, professional experience in the practice of law.
Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid Motor Vehicle Drivers License at a Class level specific to assignment.
Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Equal Opportunity / Diversity Statement
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self‑select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title
Counsel II
Primary Location
United States-Massachusetts-Boston - 50 Milk St
Job
Legal Services
Agency
Department of Early Education and Care
Schedule
Full‑time
Shift
Day
Job Posting
Jan 5, 2026, 1:38:01 PM
Number of Openings
1
Salary
88,5 ,121.98 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Ferdousi Faruque - 7813386108
Bargaining Unit: 06‑NAGE - Professional Admin.
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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Organization:
The GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD Law) has engaged Major, Lindsey & Africa on an exclusive basis to conduct a search for a Legal Director.
Overview:
To lead its litigation, legislation and advocacy work into the next chapter, GLAD Law seeks an experienced and collaborative Legal Director to help steer its nationally renowned and esteemed legal department and legal department staff. Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a member of the five-person Senior Management Team, the Legal Director will be instrumental in furthering GLAD Law’s vision. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and creative thought leader to shape organizational and legal strategy on behalf of the communities GLAD Law serves at a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ rights.
Responsibilities
- Lead GLAD Law’s litigation, legislation and advocacy work.
- Steer the legal department and its staff, in collaboration with the Executive Director and Senior Management Team.
- Shape organizational and legal strategy on behalf of the communities GLAD Law serves.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of litigation experience in an LGBTQ+ civil rights or nonprofit legal organization or comparable environment in private practice, government, or academia.
- Deep understanding of how impact litigation, legislation, policy, and public education strategies are used to expand civil rights.
- Strong understanding of how multifaceted identities impact the lived experiences of the LGBTQ+ community and inform legal strategies.
Location/Relocation
Northeastern seaboard with a strong preference for Boston, MA.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $190,000 to $220,000, depending on years of relevant experience.
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The role involves interviewing clients, conducting legal research, and preparing motions in court.
Applicants should possess a Juris Doctorate and have a commitment to serving diverse, low-income populations.
Strong interpersonal and analytical skills are essential.
This full-time position offers a yearly salary ranging from $75,000 to $129,966 and may allow for a hybrid work schedule.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Key responsibilities include drafting regulations and policies, representing the agency in hearings, and advising on legal matters relevant to child-care facilities.
Applicants must hold a JD and have admission to the Massachusetts Bar along with a minimum of three years' legal experience.
This full-time role offers a salary between $88,506.08 and $129,121.98 annually, with potential for hybrid work.
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We are currently seeking Market Access Lawyers to work with leading pharmaceutical companies.
Responsibilities
- Actively support all commercial operations and related functional areas in providing compliance advice including topics related to market access and pricing (Medicaid/Medicare).
- Drafting, negotiating, reviewing, and advising on various agreements, including consulting agreements, master service agreements, supply agreements, distribution agreements, advisory agreements, market access‑related agreements (PBM, Payer, and GPO agreements), wholesaler agreements, discount and rebate agreements.
- Reviewing promotional materials and offering legal advice and solutions to marketing, regulatory, and medical teams regarding advertising and promotional content, as well as relevant statutes, regulations, and guidance documents for commercial operations and medical activities.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5 to 8 years of experience as an attorney in a law firm and/or with a pharmaceutical company.
- Prior experience counseling companies on legal issues relating to advertising and promotion, scientific exchange, patient support, and interactions with health care professionals.
- Knowledge of and experience advising on statutes, regulations, and guidance documents applicable to commercial operations and medical activities, including the FDCA and its regulations and FDA guidance documents, federal and state anti‑kickback statutes, OIG guidance documents and advisory opinions, the False Claims Act, and the PhRMA Code.
- Experience with drafting and negotiating complex pharmaceutical licensing agreements.
- Efficient multitasker combined with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work both independently and cross‑functionally.
- Positive mentality and willingness to tackle new and ever‑changing business needs.
- License, in good standing, to practice law in the jurisdiction in which you intend to practice.
Compensation, Benefits & Location
This role offers a range of highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401K and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominantly work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on‑site presence.
Axiom is the global leader in high‑caliber, on‑demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alternative legal services.
Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Learn more about working at Axiom.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.
Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at and include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line.
Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available at ‑notice.
Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.
By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge.
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An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Job Description - 2026 Children and Family Law Division Trial Attorney - Statewide Positions (250006X3)
OverviewCAFL’s legal advocacy plays a critical role in cases that affect families. For a parent involved in a Care & Protection case, having a skilled CAFL lawyer may mean the difference between reunification and termination of parental rights. For a teenager in a Child Requiring Assistance case, CAFL’s advocacy may secure necessary services. For siblings seeking stability after court action, CAFL advocates for permanent homes where they can stay together. New Trial Attorneys begin with a comprehensive training program and ongoing continuing legal education to ensure zealous representation.
Attorneys interested in applying for these positions are invited to submit an application as described below.
Positions will be filled as budgets allow. This posting does not guarantee filling Trial Attorney positions. These positions have an expected start date in early September 2026.
Responsibilities- Interviewing adult clients
- Visiting and interviewing child clients
- Conducting legal research and writing
- Conducting pre-72-hour hearing investigations, including reviewing pleadings and exhibits, interviewing witnesses, gathering facts, reviewing documentation, and drafting appropriate motions
- Obtaining and reviewing the DCF file and action plans; proposing plan changes; advising clients on whether to sign; meeting with court investigators; preparing clients for meetings; preparing motions to strike inadmissible evidence
- Preparing motions regarding discovery; identifying matters requiring hearings; drafting pre-trial memos; developing trial strategy with the client
- Preparing for Foster Care Reviews; reviewing DCF’s permanency plans and filing objections if necessary
- Investigating and representing clients in extraordinary medical treatment hearings
- Filing motions challenging DCF decisions
- Conducting care and protection trials and termination of parental rights trials
- Representing clients in interlocutory proceedings
- Collaborating with the legal team, including social workers and paralegals
- Conducting post-judgment representation
- Performing other duties as assigned
- A Trial Attorney must be committed to serving a culturally diverse, low-income population and must be eligible to practice law in Massachusetts, either as a member of the Massachusetts bar, as a law school graduate under Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:03, or as an attorney licensed in another jurisdiction under SJC Rule 3:04. A recent law school graduate ineligible to practice under SJC Rule 3:03 may be hired as a paralegal with the understanding that they will be promoted once admitted to practice in Massachusetts
- All Trial Attorney positions require travel; access to reliable transportation throughout the state is necessary
Access to home internet suitable for remote work is required.
To apply, please submit a resume and a personal mission statement of no more than two pages detailing your interest in the position, your personal qualities, background, and skills, and what you hope to achieve in your work.
Qualifications / Skills- Foreign language skills are desirable
- Trial experience in termination of parental rights cases as counsel for a parent and/or as counsel for a child or children is preferred
- Demonstrated commitment to zealous advocacy for indigent persons in family regulation cases
- Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
- Ability to work in a community- and defense-oriented capacity, both independently and collaboratively
The Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation as required by applicable laws. Applicants who have questions about equal employment opportunity or who need reasonable accommodations can contact the Chief Human Resources Officer, Sandra DeBow-Huang at
Job DetailsAgency: Committee for Public Counsel Services
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day
Job Posting: Sep 25, 2025, 9:45:51 PM
Number of Openings: 1
Salary: 75, ,966.00 Yearly
Potentially eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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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 NOTICED: 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
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*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
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*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) 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.
