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Locum
- Physician
- Emergency Medicine Opportunity in New York Are you a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician looking for an exciting locum opportunity? Join our team at an established hospital near ELKA PARK, NY.

Assignment Details: Specialty: Emergency Medicine Shifts: Varied, including 7a-5p, 12p-11p, 8p-7a with peds coverage from 11-10 M-F Weekend Requirements: Yes Call Type: No Estimated Shift Volume: 38,000 EMR System: Cerner Trauma Designation: Level II Certification Requirements: ATLS Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine DEA PALS License Requirements: Active New York license and DEA Facility Details: Total Hospital beds: 243 Facility annual volume: 38,000 ED patient per hour: 1.7 Specialty backup: Trauma/Gen Surg, Vasc/Cardiology, GI, Psych Additional Information: All candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Emergency Medicine.

Candidates must have completed an Emergency Medicine Residency.

Physical attendance at the Credentialing Committee meeting is mandatory.

Minimum of two years of ED experience is required since this is a Level 1 trauma center.

If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please call or text MD Staff at or email .

Please reference Job ID .

Location: Near Elka Park, NY.

Join us in providing exceptional care to the community.

Your expertise is needed! HDAJOBS MDSTAFF

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Clinical Nurse II: D7 General Pediatrics 36 hours/week 7pm to 7:30am.
$83,200 to $93,184 per year
Greenville, NY 4 days ago

Department/Unit:

General Pediatrics-D7

Work Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$83,200.00 - $93,184.00The clinical Nurse contributes to the creation of a compassionate and caring environment for patients, families and colleagues through displays of kindness and active listening. Recognizes and appreciates that each employee’s work is valuable and contributes to the success of the Mission.
  • Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
  • Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
  • Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
  • Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
  • Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
  • Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
  • Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
  • Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred
  • Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license
  • Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care
  • Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
  • Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!​

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

permanent
RN-Education Spec-Clin
🏢 Albany Medical Center
$86,651 to $134,309 per year
Surprise, NY 4 days ago

Department/Unit:

Education And Develop

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$86,650.99 - $134,309.04RN-Education Specialist is an MSN Prepared RN with the knowledge, skills and attributes necessary to educate new and existing healthcare professionals to provide high quality, safe patient care.

Participates in:

Orientation/Onboarding of New staff.
Has/Obtains Certification to Teach BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, BTR
Participates in the ANCC CE Provider Unit at Albany Medical Center
Educates, Supports, Coaches and Role Models professional nursing practice
Develops Evidence Based learning
Participates in New Product Roll-out
Collaborates with Educators and Leaders across AMC to ensure successful transition of new staff.
Supports innovation, quality, safety and patient experience through participation in meetings, workgroups, focus groups across AMC.

Requirements:

Graduate of School of Nursing-Required

Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State-Required

Matriculated into a Masters Degree in Nursing Program with evidence of completion within 2 years of hire-Required

Masters Degree in Nursing-strongly preferred

BLS Certification- Required

BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP Instructor- preferred

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!​

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

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Clinical Nurse II- Neonatal ICU Full Time Night Shift
🏢 Albany Medical Center
$83,200 to $93,184 per year
Greenville, NY 4 days ago

Department/Unit:

Neonatal ICU-B4

Work Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$83,200.00 - $93,184.00Seeking a full time (36 hours/week/nights) RN for the Neonatal ICU.

•    Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
•    Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
•    Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
•    Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
•    Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
•    Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
•    Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
•    Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.

Minimum Qualifications
•    Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred
•    Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license
•    Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
•    Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
•    Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!​

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

permanent
Clinical Nurse II South Clinical Campus - Short Stay
🏢 Albany Medical Center
$83,200 to $93,184 per year
Greenville, NY 4 days ago

Department/Unit:

SCC Ecmu

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$83,200.00 - $93,184.00Clinical Nurse
This will be Monday-Friday position, NO Holidays, NO Weekends, NO Call
Shift is

Job Description Summary
The clinical Nurse contributes to the creation of a compassionate and caring environment for patients, families and colleagues through displays of kindness and active listening. Recognizes and appreciates that each employee’s work is valuable and contributes to the success of the Mission.

Job Description
• Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
• Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
• Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
• Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
• Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
• Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.

Minimum Qualifications
• Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred
• Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license
• Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). PALS preferred.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care
• Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
• Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.

Clinical Nurse

This will be Monday-Friday position, NO Holidays, NO Weekends, NO Call 
Shift is

Job Description Summary
The clinical Nurse contributes to the creation of a compassionate and caring environment for patients, families and colleagues through displays of kindness and active listening. Recognizes and appreciates that each employee’s work is valuable and contributes to the success of the Mission.

Job Description
• Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
• Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
• Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
• Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
• Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
• Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.

Minimum Qualifications
• Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred
• Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license
• Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). PALS preferred.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care
• Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
• Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!​

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

permanent
Clinical Nurse III Post Transplant Coordinator
🏢 Albany Medical Center
$65,102 to $100,908 per year
Greenville, NY 2 days ago

Department/Unit:

Renal Transplant Service

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$65,102.17 - $100,908.37Clinical Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery and coordination of patient care provided by the caregiving team. S/he assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers including referring facilities, hospital staff and patients in the inpatient, ambulatory, and community settings.

Clinical Duties:

  • Assists the attending Transplant surgeons, house staff, and Transplant staff with the direct care of hospitalized patients and outpatients on a rotating basis with the other clinical care coordinators, including: facilitation of patient discharges and transplant teaching
  • Attends once a week outpatient Transplant clinics: RN orders labs, performs injection teaching, coordination of care

Schedule appropriate non-invasive laboratory tests and participates in the interpretation of the results and the institution of appropriate therapy based off physician guidances

  • Schedules appropriate surgery and tests for patients
  • Discharge Planning
    Reviews discharge instructions to hospitalized patients
    Works with hospital case manager and social worker regarding patient discharge needs
  • Answers telephone inquiries from patients and/or visiting nurses after hospital discharge
  • Education of health care workers and the public regarding organ transplantation
  • Participates in teaching programs of the Abdominal Organ Transplant Program
  • Additional responsibilities as needed.

Patient Care and Monitoring:

  • Monitor Transplant recipients after surgery for complications or rejection and report to Transplant
    Physician
  • Review lab results and biopsy reports
  • Assess patient symptoms and clinical status
  • Coordinate follow-up visits and routine post-transplant evaluations

Medication Management:

  • Monitor drug levels
  • Adjust medications based on provider orders
  • Educate patient of medication changes and adherence

Provide Education and support to lifestyle changes, infection prevent, medication schedules, emotiona support, provide resources, and warning signs of complications inpatient and outpatient.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!​

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

permanent
Clinical Nurse II: OR 40 hrs/week Days
✦ New
🏢 Albany Medical Center
$83,200 to $93,184 per year
Oak Hill, NY 1 day ago

Department/Unit:

Operating Room

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$83,200.00 - $93,184.00The Clinical Nurse contributes to the creation of a compassionate and caring environment for patients, families and colleagues through displays of kindness and active listening. Recognizes and appreciates that each employee’s work is valuable and contributes to the success of the Mission.

Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.

Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.

Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.

Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.

Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.

Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.

Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.

Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.

Qualifications:

Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred

Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license

Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care

Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills

Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!​

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

permanent
RN- Neurosurgery Office
✦ New
🏢 Albany Medical Center
$71,612 to $110,999 per year
Surprise, NY 1 day ago

Department/Unit:

HBD - NSR - Neurosurgery General

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$71,612.39 - $110,999.20Registered Nurse – Full Time
Neurosurgery Office
Work schedule: Monday – Friday
Albany, NY

We are seeking a dynamic RN with excellent attention to detail and clinical reasoning skills to join our Neurosurgery outpatient practice!

Under the direction of the practice physician and/or advanced practice provider (APP) and the supervision of the Nurse Manager (RN) and/or Nurse Supervisor (RN), the RN may provide direct patient care, patient triage (in-person and telephonic), assessment, planning, directing and evaluating of a patient’s specific care plan and clinic visit. Able to work effectively within a team of multi-specialty professionals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
o    Obtains and accurately record patient’s vital signs; reports abnormal values to treating provider
o    Obtains and documents a patient’s history (Medical, Surgical and Social) and focused physical assessment, related to the clinic visit and as dictated by clinic procedure
o    Administers medications and treatments to patients in clinic, under the direction of a physician or APP
o    Participates in in-office procedure, as related to clinic specialty, under the direction and supervision of a Physician or APP and documents results in EHR
o    Performs review and triage of incoming test results, patient requests and pharmacy renewals; facilitates call-backs to patients as necessary
o    Facilitates the utilization of resources to meet patient outcomes and contribute to Facility (AMC), New York State and National Quality data metrics
o    Delegates tasks deemed appropriate per licensure of LPN and/or MA
o    Adheres to AMC’s regulatory agency (The Joint Commission) and internal compliance policies
o    Orientation and education of newly hired staff
o    Completes continuous/annual education related to Clinic specialty to maintain knowledge base on current practices
o    Provides education to patients related to their visit and overall health and wellness

Minimum Qualifications:
o    Associate’s degree of a state accredited Registered Nursing program is required
o    NYS current RN licensure to practice professional nursing is required
o    Current CPR certification required
o    Certification in specialty, Ambulatory setting preferred
o    Excellent customer service and communication skills
o    Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients and their family members or other employees within the work setting.  Familiar with computer software.
o    Effective Written and Verbal Communication Skills
o    Working Knowledge of MS Word and Excel
o    Experience with electronic health record preferred
o    Ability to give medications via all routes and ability to calculate medication doses
 

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!​

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

permanent
RN- Educator Neuro Progressive Care D5E
✦ New
🏢 Albany Medical Center
$86,651 to $134,309 per year
Greenville, NY 1 day ago

Department/Unit:

Cardiovascular and Critical Care PRN

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$86,650.99 - $134,309.04The Nurse Educator is a nurse who, through clinical experience, study and supervise practice in patient care at the Bachelors level, has gained expertise in a specific specialty area of patient care services.

• Demonstrates the advanced knowledge and skills required for specialty nursing.
• Responsible and accountable for the development and application of specialty practice standards, staff development, regulatory compliance and research to enhance the quality of care to the patient and the patient’s family.
• As an advanced practitioner, the Nurse Clinician is essential to the management of complex patient and systems related issues.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• New York State Registered Nurse registration and certification or eligible for licensure in New York State.
• Demonstrated clinical competence and in depth knowledge in specialty area.
• Demonstrated effective leadership, teaching, research and communication skills.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!​

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)
Salary not disclosed

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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