Security Patrol Agent
Company: United States Customs and Border Protection
Location: Eagle Lake
Posted on: May 18, 2024
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Job Description:
NATIONWIDE OPENINGS INCLUDING NORTHERN BORDER STATIONS - APPLY
TODAY CURRENT OR PRIOR LAW ENFORCEMENT --Applicants with current or
prior law enforcement experience can enter on duty at higher grade
levels (GL 9-GS 11). EARN UP TO $30,000 IN RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES
--Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered a $20,000
recruitment incentive. The first $10,000 to be paid upon
successfully completing training at the Border Patrol Academy and
the remainder to be paid after completing a three-year service
agreement. EARN UP TO $30,000 IN RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES Newly
appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered a $10,000
recruitment incentive upon successful completion of training at the
academy and an additional $10,000 recruitment incentive after three
years of service. Additionally, new agents accepting one of the
hard to fill locations will be eligible for an additional $10,000
recruitment incentive (see Duty Locations section, below). Salary
and Benefits Salary for newly appointed Border Patrol Agents varies
from $48,809-$87,838 (GL 5 - 7) and from $61,965-$117,896 (GL 9 -
GS 11) depending upon grade-level, duty location, and work
schedule, including overtime. All agents receive the full package
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 akin to a traditional
401(k) offering. Being a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable
member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.
Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens
and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the land borders by
maintaining surveillance from covert positions. using infrared
scopes during night operations. Responding to aircraft sighting and
other anti-smuggling activities and performing farm and ranch
checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways and
using a variety of Government assets for the accomplishment of the
USBP Mission. These assets may include, but are not limited to
motor vehicles, horses, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs,
snowmobiles, and motorcycles. Occasional travel may be required
based on operational needs. Duty Locations-NATIONWIDE
OPENINGS-Apply Today $10K Recruitment Incentive for these hard to
fill locations: Qualifications You qualify for the GL-5 grade level
if you possess one of the following: Experience: One 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; 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 or college
or university; OR will receive a bachelor's degree from an
accredited college or university within nine (9) months from the
closing date of this announcement and will upload all official or
unofficial transcripts before the closing date of this
announcement; 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; to analyze information rapidly and
make prompt decisions and apply these skills in a law enforcement
capacity such as training others, managing finances, code
enforcement, doing compliance work, corrections, security,
military, emergency responders, etc.; A bachelor's degree with
superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class
standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., 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 within nine (9) months
from the closing date of this announcement; OR A Combination of
Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume
and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your
application. If you have previous or current law enforcement or
military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 or
GS-11 grade level. You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you
possess one 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 or physically restraining violators of
state, federal, or immigration laws. Preparing investigative
reports, serving court orders (e.g., and gathering evidence for
criminal cases prosecuted through the court system. 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,
performing duties such as: Developing and utilizing intelligence
information to track illegal operations and/or contraband. Leading
investigations of fraud, contraband, and/or illegal operations to
determine sources and patterns. Utilizing various forms of complex
technology that includes surveillance, detection, situation
awareness systems, and communications equipment to aid in the
apprehension of violators of state, federal or immigration laws.
Communicating assignments and training peers on the application of
the appropriate law enforcement problem solving methods,
investigative techniques, and other law enforcement procedures.
Working with law enforcement officials or government agencies to
identify and/or apprehend violators of state, federal, or
immigration laws. S. residency (includes protectorates as declared
under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
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.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 : 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, drivers training, physical techniques,
firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the
ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Agents will
be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language
at the academy. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page.
You will then be provided with links to the 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 opening announcement and follow all
instructions in the application process. If you have questions
about the application process, contact a recruiter through the
U.gov/cbp-events-calendar frequently for upcoming informational
webinars, in-person recruiter events, and virtual career
events.
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