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Platform Engineer​ Manager - Applications
Salary not disclosed
Boston 5 days ago

Locations: Atlanta | Boston | Heredia

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What You'll Do

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Technical Application Engineer to lead the engineering, administration, and optimization of personal productivity applications across BCG. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that BCG's suite of productivity tools—including Microsoft 365, Adobe Acrobat and Creative Cloud, and other integrated third-party applications—are implemented and operated at peak performance. As a key member of the Productivity Tools team within BCG’s Personal Productivity Organization, you will collaborate with product owners, vendors, and architects and engineering teams to ensure seamless user experiences, effective governance, and ongoing operational excellence.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engineering & Administration
  • Manage and configure enterprise application services across both legacy and cloud platforms.
  • Lead upgrades, rollouts, patching, and migrations for a variety of applications.
  • Conduct health checks, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
  • Integrate applications with third-party platforms or in-house solutions.
  • Support complex deployments and ensure high availability of services.
  • Governance, Documentation & Support
  • Define and maintain SOPs, administrative practices, and end-user documentation.
  • Develop governance frameworks around licensing, lifecycle, and architecture.
  • Provide Tier 3 escalation support and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Mentor service desk teams and promote best practices in application usage and management.
  • Collaboration & Cross-Team Engagement
  • Coordinate with network, security, and support teams for seamless application service delivery.
  • Participate in planning, migrations, upgrades, and project execution.
  • Liaise directly with Microsoft, Adobe and other vendors for advanced configuration and support scenarios.

 

Core Focus Areas:

  • Deliver robust engineering and operational support for Microsoft 365 apps, add-ins, Adobe Acrobat, MS Forms, and other productivity tools.
  • Drive standardization and operational consistency across the firm’s application portfolio.
  • Provide leadership and guidance within the M365 Application Governance Council.
  • Contribute to the strategy and implementation of productivity-enhancing tools firmwide.


What You'll Bring

Experience Required:

  • 5+ years of experience managing enterprise-grade applications, with 3–5 years specifically in Microsoft 365 administration and technical product analysis.
  • Proven experience in Adobe Creative Cloud deployment and productivity enablement.
  • Strong background in enterprise M365 configuration and governance, including automation tools like Power Automate and scripting with PowerShell and Microsoft Graph API.
  • Advanced capabilities using GraphAPI, PowerShell, SQL, and Power BI for:
  • Scripting and bulk administration
  • Automating service management
  • Data analysis and backend reporting
  • Visualizing application performance metrics
  • Background in implementing GenAI capabilities across Microsoft 365 (e.g., Powerpoint, Word, Excel) is a significant plus.
  • Familiarity with Azure AD, Conditional Access, Defender for Office 365, Intune, and related services.
  • Expertise in managing applications in a cross platform environment such as Windows, Mac (OSX), and iOS platforms.
  • Experience across application development life cycles, including requirements design, development tracking, change/release management, and operational support.
  • Ability to identify and manage integration dependencies across M365 apps and third-party solutions.
  • Strong incident management, security compliance, and vulnerability remediation experience.
  • Track record in defining KPIs and reporting on performance and service stability.
  • Level C2 English proficiency as demonstrated by IELTS 8.5+, TOEFL iBT 110+, TOEIC 945+, CAMBRIDGE CPE, or comparable demonstrated proficiency.
  • B.S. CS/MIS or four (4) additional years relevant experience in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certifications such as MS-100, MS-101, SC-300, AZ-900 are highly desirable.
  • Agile/Scrum experience and familiarity with Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps.
  • Prior involvement in enterprise-level security policy enforcement and tooling compliance.
  • Strong communication skills with an ability to convey technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Key Attributes for Success:
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proactive problem-solver with a collaborative mindset.
  • Clear, confident communicator with strong documentation capabilities.


Additional info

*** For US locations only ***

In the US, we have a compensation transparency approach.

Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, retirement contribution, and a market leading benefits package described below.

  • The base salary range for this role in Atlanta is $121,000.00 - $147,700.00 

This is an estimated range, however, specific base salaries within the range depend on various factors such as experience and skill set. It is not common for new BCG employees to be hired at the high-end of the salary range. BCG regularly reviews its ranges to ensure market competitiveness.

In addition to your base salary, your total compensation will include a bonus of up to 16% and a generous retirement contribution that starts at 5% and moves to 10% after 2 years.

All of our plans provide best in class coverage:

  • Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children

  • Low $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs

  • Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits

  • Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually

  • Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities

  • Fully vested Profit Sharing Retirement Fund contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan

  • Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement

  • Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month)

  • Paid sick time on an as needed basis



Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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permanent
Engineering Support Coordinator
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Westford 1 day ago
Engineering Support Coordinator Westford, MA- HYBRID 6 Months Pay Rate Range: $28.00-$33.00/hr Work Schedule: Hybrid, on-site from Tuesday to Thursday.

Assignment Hours (example
- 8am-5pm): No strict arrival and departure/log-on log-off times, but 8 hour days with the expectation that they can be flexible to attend meetings or perform urgent tasks if need may be.

Non negotiable Skills/experience: Strong financial operations background (billing, reconciliations, etc.), Proficiency with Excel, Experience supporting finance process workflows, Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment/support many sites with strong communication skills.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Engineering Support Coordinator to support day-to-day administrative and financial operations.

This role will manage purchase order (PO) follow-up, vendor payments, cross-functional correspondence, financial document, and agreement management, and provide hands-on support for budgeting and capitalization processes.

Responsibilities will also include a variety of administrative tasksnot just financial duties such as expenses and travel coordination, but any additional operational support needed to keep processes running smoothly.

This position will also assist Engineering Support Specialists by providing timely administrative, financial, and coordination support as needed.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working across multiple teams, systems, and stakeholders.

They will work closely with our AP and Procurement teams.
Not Specified
Buyer / Planner
✦ New
🏢 Dexian
Salary not disclosed
Chelmsford, MA 5 hours ago

Job Title : Buyer / Planner

Location : Chelmsford MA

Pay range : $60000 - $65000

Duration : Full time


Job Description


Responsibilities


  • Responsible for the planning, procurement and scheduling materials using “just-in-time” methodology. Works with other departments on issues revolving around planning, costs, quality and inventory factors. Monitors costs and schedules. Assures goals and deadlines are met while attaining the best quality for best value.
  • Ability to understand technical scope of work in TDP.
  • Identifies methods for ensuring material cost parameters are maintained and/or improved.
  • Reviews and monitors open order action reports.
  • Assists in the development of standards and works with suppliers to guarantee quality of product and service are attained.
  • Ability to solve technical issues, either individually or with departments support.
  • Retrieves procurement information from company’s MRP (Materials Requisition Planning) system.
  • Places material orders within 5 days of contract review.
  • Orders placed in accordance with strategic plan.
  • PPV in excess of 10%
  • Bids out work orders to suppliers, negotiates prices, delivery schedules.
  • Maintains and updates records and supplier’s files.
  • Resolves problems that affect discrepant material, damaged goods, incorrect pricing, supply, quality and delivery schedules. Takes actions in MRB.
  • Acts as liaison between supplier and plant personnel to expedite and ensure timely delivery of purchased materials and services according to production schedule and inventory needs.
  • Sources, qualifies and makes recommendations for certifying suppliers. Tracks monthly supplier’s performance by monitoring and evaluating their material’s costs.
  • Recommends SCARs
  • continuously analyze sub-contract results such as PPV, delivery and quality and work to continuously improve.
  • utilize the existing templates of monthly assessments to maintain open communications & balance cost with risk mitigation. These assessments should include, but not be limited to the following: site visits, questionnaires, web portal responses, third party reviews, phone calls.
  • Schedule mitigation efforts include collaborative planning between multiple stakeholders (Operations, Engineering, Project Management, and Senior Management)
  • Excel skills above average.
  • Recommends as a sole contributor supply chain risk recommendations to buyer planner 4.
  • Responsible for own safety following company and OSHA safety guidelines.




Minimum Requirements


The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:


  • Bachelors or equivalent combination of technical training and no less than 5 years relevant prior experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Analytical problem solving required
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Experience with Calcuquote preferred





Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Not Specified
Senior Estimator
Salary not disclosed
Ayer, Massachusetts 4 days ago

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America's infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

The Senior Estimator is responsible for the accurate takeoff and pricing of the work, including all direct and indirect costs for heavy/civil/roadway/marine projects. The Senior Estimator directs all estimators working on the bid, manages the preparation of a pre-bid schedule, and assists with contacting, comparing, and selecting the appropriate subcontractors and vendors, and works closely with the Chief Estimator through bid closeout.

Responsibilities:

  • Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety first, in everything we do.
  • Oversee and assist with takeoff and pricing of all direct and indirect cost items associated with the project(s) under his or her direction, through closeout and submission, with all done in full compliance with company processes and procedures.
  • Ensure that all bid documents conform with any addenda or modifications.
  • Oversee and direct the efforts of those working on the estimate(s).
  • Manage preparation of the pre-bid schedule.
  • Ensure that proper subcontractor and vendor coverage is obtained for the bid, especially DBE coverage.
  • Suggest and arrange any pre-bid testing that will increase the accuracy of the bid.
  • Ensure that the integrity of the bid files and process is always maintained.
  • Ensure that labor rates, bond rates, insurance, and any other job-specific information in HCSS is properly set up and maintained.
  • Work with the Chief Estimator and the estimating staff through bid submission.
  • Assist with the budget preparation, DBE selection and documentation on successful projects.
  • Chair Project Turnover Meetings for new projects.

Qualifications:

  • In-depth knowledge of HCSS is a prerequisite.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or construction-related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of complex highway, piling, bridge and marine construction experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory estimating position working on projects valued in excess of $50 million.
  • Minimum of 2 years of design/build experience with large public heavy/civil projects.
  • Excellent computer skills.
  • Experience with computerized takeoff and/or design programs.
  • Ability to lead in a fast-paced, challenging environment as an integral part of a team.

Necessary Attributes:

  • Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities, management styles and team compositions.
  • Strong analytical ability, the capacity to interpret data and make recommendations.
  • Team player and with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage a team in an efficient and effective manner.
  • Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must possess strong technology skills.
  • Strong commitment to success of all.
  • Possess a strong work ethic.
  • Demonstrate the upmost professionalism in how you represent yourself.
  • Show quality in everything you do.
  • Lead with integrity while producing high quality work.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Not Specified
Director of Operations
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Concord, MA 5 hours ago

Company Description


Corista is a leader in digital pathology software, delivering advanced solutions that enable hospitals, healthcare systems, and researchers to transform the management, sharing, and interpretation of pathology data. Our mission is to accelerate innovation in patient care by providing robust, secure, and scalable platforms for digital pathology.


Position Overview


We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Director of Operations to oversee the company’s day-to-day operational functions and support internal administrative, HR, financial, and office processes. This role serves as a central operational resource for leadership and employees, helping coordinate across departments and ensuring the organization runs smoothly and efficiently.


This is a hybrid position. Certain responsibilities require in-person work at our Concord, MA office, while most operational and administrative responsibilities can be performed remotely.


Key Responsibilities


  • Oversee day-to-day operational functions to ensure administrative, HR, financial, and office processes run efficiently.
  • Serve as a central operational resource for leadership and employees, coordinating across departments and helping address organizational needs.
  • Execute financial transactions including ACH transfers, wire payments, vendor payments, and company payroll at the direction of executive leadership.
  • Coordinate with the VP of Finance Operations and Controller to support financial operations and maintain accurate operational records.
  • Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees, supporting benefits administration, company policies, and HR system management (BambooHR).
  • Maintain accurate and organized HR and company documentation, including employee records and operational files.
  • Oversee office operations, vendor coordination, and general workplace administration.
  • Manage company communications including general email accounts, phone lines, and incoming mail distribution.
  • Maintain company operational systems including vendor accounts, subscriptions, and shared administrative resources.
  • Provide operational and administrative support to executive leadership and assist with internal operational projects as needed.


Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, human resources, finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in operations, administration, HR coordination, office management, or a similar operational role.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Experience supporting HR, payroll, vendor payments, or administrative financial processes.
  • Ability to handle confidential financial, payroll, and HR information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Familiarity with HR systems such as BambooHR or similar platforms preferred.
  • Ability to work independently while coordinating across teams in a hybrid work environment.


Why Join Corista


  • Play a pivotal role in advancing digital pathology and shaping the future of healthcare technology.
  • Take full ownership of the operations function — this is your opportunity to build, refine, and lead.
  • Collaborate directly with senior executives in a mission-driven, innovative environment.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Hybrid/remote work flexibility with headquarters in the Boston, MA area.


Please send your cover letter and resume to

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Oracle Cloud HCM Senior Principal Consultant (ORC, Talent/Learning)
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Acton, MA 1 day ago

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Full lifecycle global implementations of Oracle HCM with a focus on: ORC, Talent/Learning Management
  • Hands-on configuration working with functional set up manager across Cloud modules
  • Leverage Apps Associates project templates, methodology and practices to lead project and guide client teams
  • Owning project deliverables and client communications to optimize project timeline
  • Collaboration with multi-national team to progress internal and external initiatives
  • Independently tackles activities and assignments and delegates to teammates, as appropriate, to achieve streamlined implementation approach
  • Connecting Oracle Fusion to 3rd Party solutions via native integrations, extracts, and middleware
  • Translating the technical and the functional for all project team members – customer and internal
  • Serve as a conduit and champion of change and business transformation
  • Demonstrate experience and expertise in the design and execution of implementation and testing, executive and internal communications and the ability to work independently
  • Develop work plan, follow and deliver in line with Fusion Implementation Roadmap and Methodology
  • Lead groups in business process re-engineering, best practices and customization issues. Shares suggestions and knowledge capital to help optimize implementation methodology
  • Lead business process workshops and requirements gathering sessions to support clients in defining relevant processes
  • Analyze business requirements and develop effective configuration solutions.
  • Drive and document business requirements and procedures, obtain sign off to ensure Client alignment of proposed solution
  • Provide inputs to the assigned Project Manager to ensure a comprehensive project plan developed and buy-in from key client stakeholders. Support the implementation of the technical and functional work stream
  • Responsible for successful testing of developed solution including System Integration Testing and User Acceptance Testing and work with the users to validate the solution
  • Document and track customer product enhancement requests and discovered bugs
  • Able to coordinate with Oracle for SRs, new product releases, ability to coordinate upgrades/patches/fixes
  • Seek opportunities to streamline and optimize internal and external processes
  • Responsible for advanced internal initiatives and mentorship for the betterment of the Practice


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree or requisite experience preferred
  • 3-4 years of consulting experience or 7-9 years of applicable work experience, specifically within Oracle Cloud Recruiting (ORC), Talent and/or Learning Management.
  • Professional attitude, with a growth mindset seeking to drive change and improvement in all aspects of the role
  • Experience implementing projects using Agile Iterative approach
  • Understanding of Oracle design best practices and standard business process flows
  • Ability to meaningfully articulate terminology, processes, functionality, and architecture
  • Oracle certification(s) preferred, with the ability to acquire and maintain various additional certifications
  • Self-motivated and independent with the ability to effectively listen and communicate
  • Willingness to join a dynamic, multinational team
  • Values diversity of thought and collaboration
  • Ability to continue to grow and learn despite existing expertise
  • Functional practitioner experience in HR is preferred
  • Expertise in at least 3 modules of Oracle in your Subject Area of expertise
  • Fluency in English is requested
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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)
Salary not disclosed

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) - 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 you're 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).

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.

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.

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 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.

Not Specified
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced - (GL9 / GS11)
$63,148
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 BELOWIMPORTANT 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, WelltonDuties 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.RequiredPreferredJob IndustriesGovernment & Military
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U.S. Border Patrol Agent
🏢 U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Salary not disclosed

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.

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United States Border Patrol Agent
🏢 U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Salary not disclosed

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.

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