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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)

SAME MISSION, NEW DRIVE!

You love protecting your community and doing your part to keep our nation safe. But maybe youre looking for a change of scenery?

USBP is hiring immediately for full-time, career positions, where your prior law enforcement officer (LEO) experience may qualify you for higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunities. Continue making a difference with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.

Whether you gained this experience as part of a military police unit or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization, you have an opportunity to work with highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission.

Check out the duties and responsibilities section below, along with the qualifications section to see if you are eligible. Now is the time to make your move, along with excellent base pay, location pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives to newly appointed Agents (see details below).

DONT 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.

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 in5 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.

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

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nations 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.

Youll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal governments 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, youll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

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Pearl & Hoyt is an A+ BBB–accredited sales and leadership development firm headquartered in New Jersey. We work with nationally recognized brands to execute in-person sales campaigns inside established retail environments—while intentionally developing future leaders through hands-on experience and mentorship.

Our clients partner with us long-term because we prioritize professionalism, consistency, and people who take ownership of their growth. As our organization expands, we’re looking for individuals who want more than just a job—those interested in learning transferable skills and building a clear career path.

About the Position:

As an Entry-Level Account Representative, you’ll be trained to represent national brands directly with customers in a face-to-face setting. This is a relationship-driven role focused on communication, problem-solving, and understanding individual customer needs—rather than scripted or transactional interactions.

You’ll receive hands-on training in:

• Building authentic rapport with customers
• Matching products and services to individual needs
• Acquiring and maintaining new customer accounts
• Tracking performance and activity using Salesforce
• Representing clients professionally in a retail environment

Everyone starts at the entry level so our team develops with the same foundation. Advancement into leadership, training, or management is performance-based and supported through mentorship.

Who We're Looking For:

• 0–3 years of experience in customer-facing roles (sales, retail, hospitality, marketing, or similar)
• Strong communication skills and confidence engaging new people
• Team experience (sports, student organizations, clubs, or professional teams)
• Coachability and a desire to learn
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

What You Can Expect

• Structured, in-person training and ongoing mentorship
• Clear growth paths based on performance—not tenure
• Weekly pay, commissions, and performance bonuses
• Travel opportunities for top performers
• A supportive, team-oriented culture built on accountability

Pearl & Hoyt maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, reflecting our commitment to ethical business practices and long-term partnerships.

This role is ideal for individuals looking to build a strong professional foundation in sales, communication, and leadership—while working in a team that values growth and development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00+ per year in uncapped commissions, base, and bonuses

The Inside Sales Rep/ Business Development Representative (BDR) is an entry-level sales role focused on new customer acquisition and revenue growth. This position plays a critical role in identifying, qualifying, and converting new leads into active customer accounts. The BDR role serves as a foundational training ground for future Territory Representatives, with a strong emphasis on lead generation, outbound outreach, and early-stage opportunity development.

Inside Sales Rep/ BDR Responsibilities

• Enter, manage, and qualify leads accurately within Salesforce
• Conduct high-volume outbound outreach through phone calls, emails, and LinkedIn
• Identify decision-makers and qualify prospects based on defined criteria
• Schedule discovery meetings for qualified prospects with Territory Representatives
• Send product samples to prospective customers to support evaluation and testing
• Build and grow a customer pipeline that generates revenue within an assigned territory
• Maintain consistent follow-up to move prospects through the early stages of the sales funnel

Inside Sales Rep/ BDR Qualifications & Skills

• Strong interest in sales, business development, and customer acquisition
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable with high-volume outreach and cold calling
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to learn CRM systems (Salesforce experience a plus)
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to grow into a closing sales role

Growth Opportunity

This role provides structured training, hands-on sales experience, and clear career progression toward a Territory Representative Executive position.

*This role will be required to be onsite for the first 90 days of training and then go to a hybrid model.*

Iconic Candy – Holmdel, NJ (Full-Time, In Office)

Iconic Candy is one of the fastest-growing nostalgic candy companies in the country, bringing back the legendary brands people grew up loving while creating exciting new candy experiences for the next generation. From Creme Savers to Retro Sours, Bubble Jug, and Ouch! Bubble Gum, our brands generate massive social buzz and are distributed nationwide across major retailers.

We are looking for a highly skilled Graphic Designer to join our growing in-house creative team at our Holmdel, NJ headquarters. This role will work directly with our Head of Creative (Director of Marketing) and our Content Creator / Social Media Manager to produce visually compelling graphics that bring our brands to life across digital and physical platforms.

This is a full-time, in-office position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and wants to help build iconic consumer brands.

As the Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for creating bold, engaging visual assets that support marketing, social media, retail sales, and brand campaigns. Your work will help shape how millions of consumers experience our brands both online and in stores.

You will play a key role in ensuring that all creative work reflects the fun, nostalgic, and energetic personality of Iconic Candy.

Creative Design & Brand Development

• Design eye-catching graphics for social media posts, reels, and digital campaigns
• Develop creative assets for advertisements, promotional campaigns, and influencer collaborations
• Create engaging product visuals, lifestyle graphics, and brand storytelling elements
• Help evolve and maintain the visual identity of multiple candy brands

Marketing & Sales Materials

• Design sell sheets, retailer presentations, marketing decks, and trade show materials
• Create graphics for Amazon listings, website content, and e-commerce platforms
• Produce retail merchandising materials including displays, POS graphics, and promotional signage
• Design email marketing visuals and campaign graphics

Content Collaboration

• Work closely with our Content Creator to develop graphics that enhance video and social content
• Collaborate with the Head of Creative on larger brand campaigns and product launches
• Assist in designing graphics that support TikTok, Instagram, and viral marketing initiatives

Production & Execution

• Prepare production-ready files for print, packaging, and digital platforms
• Ensure all designs align with brand guidelines and marketing objectives
• Manage multiple creative projects and deadlines in a fast-moving environment
  

• 3+ years of professional graphic design experience
• Strong portfolio demonstrating branding, social media, and marketing design
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Experience designing for social media platforms and digital marketing
• Strong understanding of typography, color, and visual storytelling
• Ability to work collaboratively and take creative direction
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
  

• Experience working with consumer brands or CPG products
• Knowledge of packaging design
• Experience designing for retail marketing
• Familiarity with motion graphics or light animation
• Understanding of social media trends and viral content
  

• Work with iconic nostalgic candy brands
• Be part of a fast-growing company with national retail distribution
• Help create viral marketing content seen by millions
• Collaborate with a creative, entrepreneurial team
• Opportunity to influence the visual identity of major candy brands

This is a full-time, in-office position in Holmdel, NJ.

$65,000 – $95,000 per year

Compensation will depend on experience, portfolio quality, and skill level.

If you are passionate about design, branding, and creating visuals that capture attention, we’d love to hear from you.

Please include a portfolio of relevant work with your application.