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Are you looking for a FUN and rewarding job? Are you interested in meeting people from all over and gaining skills that will last a lifetime? Then Kings Dominion is the place for you!
Get ready to fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the ride of your life with Kings Dominion this season! Help us create memories that will last a lifetime!
Working at Kings Dominion, you will have access to these amazing perks:
- PAID Training!
- FREE Uniforms!
- FREE Admission to Kings Dominion and other Six Flags Parks!
- FREE Tickets for family and friends!
- Discounts of Food and Merchandise!
- Work with people from all over the world!
- Employee-only RIDE nights, GAME nights, and FREE FOOD events!
Joining our Admissions Team means you will greet guests upon entry to the park in a professional and courteous manner!
Responsibilities:
Six Flags is in the business of FUN and is home to many unique and exciting properties, so come and join our team in Doswell, VA, at Kings Dominion.
We are here to make people happy! Kings Dominion associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and exciting memories that will last a lifetime!
We want YOU to come and join us!
As a member of our team, you will:
- Make our guests happy by delivering extraordinary experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
- Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Gain skills, knowledge, and experience that will benefit your future.
As a seasonal Admissions Associate, you will:
- Smile and greet guests to help begin their visit at Kings Dominion in a POSITIVE manner!
- Interpret and analyze guest needs and provide solutions to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Identify, scan, and verify different types of admission passes and coupons and verify authenticity upon receiving these products at the front gate.
Qualifications:
- You!
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Kings Dominion!
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Good judgment and commitment to safety.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
$13.00/hour
Are you looking for a FUN and rewarding job? Are you interested in meeting people from all over and gaining skills that will last a lifetime? Then Kings Dominion is the place for you!
Get ready to fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the ride of your life with Kings Dominion this season! Help us create memories that will last a lifetime!
Working at Kings Dominion, you will have access to these amazing perks:
- PAID Training!
- FREE Uniforms!
- FREE Admission to Kings Dominion and other Six Flags Parks!
- FREE Tickets for family and friends!
- Discounts of Food and Merchandise!
- Work with people from all over the world!
- Employee-only RIDE nights, GAME nights, and FREE FOOD events!
Joining our Merchandise Team means providing a positive guest experience while maintaining a clean and organized location.
Responsibilities:
Kings Dominion associates are enthusiastic about their work because they are creating fun and exciting memories that will last a lifetime!
We want YOU to come and join us!
As a member of our team you will:
- Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
- Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Gain skills, knowledge, and experience that will benefit your future.
As a seasonal Merchandise Associate you will:
- Smile, greet, and thank guests with a positive attitude!
- Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Ensure locations are fully stocked and visually appealing in all areas.
- Engage in conversation with guests to better assist them in finding the perfect souvenir.
- Maintain all organizational and cleanliness standards for the sales floor that includes shelves, floor racks, soda coolers, and counters.
Qualifications:
- You!
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Kings Dominion!
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Good judgment and commitment to safety.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
$14.00/hour
Are you looking for a FUN and rewarding job? Are you interested in meeting people from all over and gaining skills that will last a lifetime? Then Kings Dominion is the place for you!
Help us create memories that will last a lifetime!
Working at Kings Dominion, you will have access to these amazing perks:
- PAID Training for Industry Certifications!
- FREE Uniforms!
- FREE Admission to Kings Dominion and other Six Flags Parks!
- FREE Tickets for family and friends!
- Discounts on Food and Merchandise!
- Work with people from all over the world!
- Employee-only RIDE nights, GAME nights, and FREE FOOD events!
- Referral bonuses - work with your friends!
Joining our Food & Beverage Team as a seasonal associate means providing a positive dining expierence to our guests while maintaining safe and sanitary food practices.
Responsibilities:
We are here to make people happy! Kings Dominion associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and exciting memories that will last a lifetime!
We want YOU to come and join us!
As a member of our team you will:
- Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
- Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Gain skills, knowledge, and experience that will benefit your future.
As a seaonal Food and Beverage Associate you will:
- Greet each guest with a smile!
- Provide excellent customer service by being friendly, attentive, and responsive to guest needs and requests.
- Prepare and serve food and drinks to guests in a timely and efficient manner.
- Stock and maintain proper inventory levels.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Qualifications:
- You!
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Kings Dominion!
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Good judgement and commitment to safety.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Ability to complete and pass require Food and Beverage training.
$17.00 / hour
18+ starts at $17.00 / hour. Associate must be at least 18 years old to be considered for this position.
As one of our seasonal Landscaping Associates, you will be responsible for assisting with the care of flowers, shrubs, trees and turf which involves planting, fertilizing, watering, pruning, and leaf blowing. This role offers great experience, awesome incentives, and a schedule that is right for you.
- Install/remove flowering and foliage plants, mulch, and trees.
- Provide general care for trees, shrubs, flowering and foliage plants.
- Transplant, water and fertilize flowers
- Weed and dis-bud flower beds.
- Operate power equipment such as blowers, mowers, trimmers, and clippers.
- Operate hand tools such as pruners, lopping shears, shovels, and rakes.
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
Some of our amazing perks and benefits:
- FREE admission and parking to Kings Dominion and other Six Flags parks!
- FREE tickets for friends and family!
- Discounts on Food and Merchandise!
- Employee only RIDE nights and FREE FOOD events!
- Make Lifelong FRIENDS!
Responsibilities:
Come join our world class team at Kings Dominion as a seaonal Landscaper! As a member of our team, you will…
- Create Stunning Landscapes – Design, plant, and maintain vibrant flower beds, lush greenery, and beautifully manicured lawns to enhance the park’s atmosphere.
- Keep the Park Picture-Perfect – Mow, trim, mulch, and water to ensure all outdoor spaces look fresh, clean, and welcoming for guests.
- Seasonal Transformations – Help bring the park to life with seasonal displays, from colorful spring blooms to festive fall.
- Work in a Fun Environment – Enjoy the excitement of Kings Dominion while making a lasting impact on the park’s natural beauty!
Qualifications:
- High school diploma / GED required.
- Vocational / technical training in Horticulture/ Landscaping preferred.
- 1-3 years of prior experience.
- Knowledge of plant identification and professional horticultural practices.
- Knowledge and experience to program irrigation controllers and proper irrigation practices.
- Must be able to read blueprints.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Available weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- YOU!
$14 / Hour
A seasonal Communications Dispatcher is a vital role in managing park operations. All park departments utilize the communications center for coordination of daily activities, processing internal and external requests and the allocation of resources. The Communications Dispatcher must prioritize calls for service based upon training and urgency of a incident while remaining calm and focused.
- Dispatch all routine and emergency calls for service for Security, Park Operations and Maintenance in an efficient and professional manner based upon training and park policy.
- Monitor surveillance equipment and weather software; making appropriate notifications when directed.
- Contact appropriate outside resources in cases of emergency or under the direction of management.
Some of our amazing perks and benefits:
- Paid training and FREE uniforms!
- FREE admission to Kings Dominion and other Six Flags parks!
- FREE tickets for friends and family!
- Discounts on Food and Merchandise!
- Work with people from here, near and from all over the world!
- Employee-only RIDE nights, GAME nights and FREE FOOD events!
Responsibilities:
As a member of our team, you’ll...
- Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
- Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future.
Qualifications:
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Kings Dominion.
- Availability to includes some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- You!
Starting wage $14.75 / hour
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Join the Live Entertainment team and help us present some of this year’s shows, events, and attractions. Use your costume and sewing experience and continue to build your skills as a Costume/Wardrobe Technician!
With more than 60 rides, an award-winning kids’ area, 20-acre waterpark, shows and attractions, Kings Dominion offers the perfect combination of world-class thrills and attractions!
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with Costume leadership to ensure quality of all themed entertainment and stage productions.
- Assist in all costume related aspects of attractions and productions including design, construction, and maintenance.
- Prepare costumes for shows (stage shows, street performers, musicians, characters, etc) and maintain costume appearance and continuity.
- Fit and alter costumes as needed, utilizing sewing machine as needed and demonstrating basic sewing ability (seams, hems, buttons, etc.).
- Clean performer’s costumes after the show, prepare laundry, and use washer and dryer as directed.
Some of our amazing perks and benefits:
- FREE Admission to Kings Dominion and other Six Flags Parks and Waterparks!
- FREE tickets for friends and family!
- Exclusive employee RIDE nights, GAME nights, and FREE FOOD events!
- Paid training and opportunities for advancement!
- Discounts on park food and merchandise!
Qualifications:
- You!
- Ability to demonstrate costume construction from pattern to completion of garment.
- Ability to demonstrate strong sewing ability (by both hand and machine).
- Experience in theatre or in the themed entertainment industry preferred.
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
$13.00/hour
Are you looking for a FUN and rewarding job? Are you interested in meeting people from all over and gaining skills that will last a lifetime? Then Kings Dominion is the place for you!
Working at Kings Dominion as a Seasonal Park Services Associate, you will have access to these amazing perks:
- PAID Training!
- FREE Uniforms!
- FREE Admission to Kings Dominion and other Six Flags Parks!
- FREE Tickets for family and friends!
- Discounts of Food and Merchandise!
- Work with people from all over the world!
- Employee-only RIDE nights, GAME nights, and FREE FOOD events!
- Referral bonuses - work with your friends!
- Numerous promotion opportunities
Responsibilities:
Six Flags is in the business of FUN and is home to many unique and exciting properties, so come and join our team in Doswell, VA, at Kings Dominion. Kings Dominion features unforgettable adventures and is TWO parks in one!
At Kings Dominion we are here to make people happy! Kings Dominion associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and exciting memories that will last a lifetime!
We want YOU to come and join us!
As a member of our team you will:
- Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
- Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Gain skills, knowledge, and experience that will benefit your future.
As a seasonal Park Services Associate you will:
- Play a key role in keeping our park clean and our guests satisfied!
- Maintain cleanliness of tables, pavilions, food patios, as well as around dumpsters and behind-the-scenes locations.
- Empty and dispose of trash and recyclable material while maintaining clean trash containers in assigned areas.
- Clean restrooms including toilets, sinks, countertops, and mirrors while restocking supplies as needed.
- Pick up trash throughout daily operations.
Qualifications:
- You!
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Kings Dominion!
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Good judgment and commitment to safety.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Earn up to $17/hour this summer!
Lifeguard pay starts at $17/hour. Lifeguard trainings start in the middle of April so now is the perfect time to get hired just in time for training!
Joining our team as a seasonal associate means you'll support our mission to make people happy!
Join us for the Kings Dominion Hiring Event - March 28th!
Qualified applicants can apply and get a job offer the same day! Here are a few of the other seasonal positions we are hiring for:
- Food & Beverage Associates
- Lifeguards
- Ride Operators
- Park Services Associates
- Security Access Associates
- Games & Merchandise Associates
- Admissions Associates
APPLY ONLINE NOW!
New Hire Hiring Event- March 28th! Attend our new hire event on Saturday from 11am-3pm to learn more about our seasonal positions. Make it official and APPLY TODAY!
Some of our amazing perks and benefits:
- Paid Training and FREE Uniforms!
- FREE Admission to our park and other Six Flags parks!
- FREE tickets for friends and family!
- Discounts on Food and Merchandise!
- Work with people from here, near and from all over the world!
- Employee-only RIDE nights, GAME nights and FREE FOOD events!
*Some positions may require an interview.
Responsibilities:
Come join our world class team in Doswell at Kings Dominion!
As a member of our team, you'll...
- Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
- Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future.
Qualifications:
- You!
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Kings Dominion.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level
NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.
U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.
DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW
The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.
If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), within the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is hiring immediately for these full-time, entry-level, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.
Salary and Benefits
Annual Base Salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows:
GL-5/GL-7 $49,739 - $89,518 per year
Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.
Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.
*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.
*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.
Duties and Responsibilities
As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.
Typical assignments include:
- Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations
- Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations
- Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband
- Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks
- Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.
Qualifications
You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience: One (1) year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR
Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR
Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience: One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to:
- Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.
- Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.
- Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.
The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.
Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership. Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. Or one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university; OR
A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level. Please refer to the BPA GL-9 - 11 announcement.
Other Requirements
Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).
Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.
Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.
How to Apply:
Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.
You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.
If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.
As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level
NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.
U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.
DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW
The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.
If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), within the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is hiring immediately for these full-time, entry-level, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.
Salary and Benefits
Annual Base Salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows:
GL-5/GL-7 $49,739 - $89,518 per year
Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.
Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.
*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.
*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.
Duties and Responsibilities
As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.
Typical assignments include:
- Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations
- Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations
- Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband
- Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks
- Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.
Qualifications
You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience: One (1) year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR
Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR
Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience: One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to:
- Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.
- Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.
- Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.
The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.
Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership. Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. Or one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university; OR
A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level. Please refer to the BPA GL-9 - 11 announcement.
Other Requirements
Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).
Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.
Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.
How to Apply:
Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.
You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.
If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.
As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.
