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👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, federal law enforcement (border security & customs).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring entry-level Border Patrol Agents (BPA) at GL-5 and GL-7 grade levels to join a federal law enforcement team protecting the nation’s borders and commerce. This is a full-time, career-track opportunity offering formal academy training, competitive base pay, excellent federal benefits, and significant recruitment and retention incentives (up to $60,000 total).

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Salary & Benefits

• Annual base salary range for newly appointed BPAs (GL‑5 / GL‑7): $51,632 – $92,912 per year.
• Recruitment incentive: up to $20,000 (first $10,000 after academy graduation; additional $10,000 for accepting a prioritized location).
• Retention incentive: up to $40,000 paid over the first four years for qualifying agents.
• Federal benefits include health/dental coverage options, generous annual and sick leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan (retirement savings).

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Duty Locations

Duty assignments are determined at the time of offer and may include locations in the Southwestern U.S. and other mission-critical stations across multiple sectors. Relocation may be required.

Common sectors/locations (examples):

• Big Bend Sector — Presidio, Van Horn, Sanderson, Sierra Blanca, Marfa, Alpine
• Del Rio Sector — Del Rio, Brackettville, Comstock, Eagle Pass, Uvalde
• El Paso Sector — El Paso, Las Cruces, Lordsburg, Santa Teresa
• Laredo Sector — Laredo, Hebbronville, Freer
• Rio Grande Valley Sector — McAllen, Brownsville, Rio Grande City
• San Diego Sector — Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Campo
• Tucson Sector — Tucson, Nogales, Ajo
• Yuma Sector — Yuma, Blythe, Wellton (Full list of mission-critical stations will be provided by the hiring organization.)

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Typical Duties

As a Border Patrol Agent, you will perform law enforcement functions to detect, deter, and interdict illegal entry and cross-border criminal activity. Typical responsibilities include:

• Detecting and questioning individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws; inspecting documents and possessions.
• Conducting surveillance, including covert night operations using specialized equipment.
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry.
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic and transportation inspections, and city patrols.
• Patrolling borders and waterways using vehicles, horses, boats, off-road vehicles, ATVs, and motorcycles.

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Who Should Apply / Qualifications

You may qualify for appointment at GL‑5, GL‑7 (or higher if you have prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience). Typical qualification routes:

GL‑5 (one of the following):

• One year of general work experience demonstrating decision-making, learning ability, and information-gathering; OR
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; OR
• A combination of related experience and education (evaluated from your resume and transcripts).

GL‑7 (one of the following):

• One year of specialized experience showing the ability to:
  • Make sound judgments and use firearms appropriately;
  • Interact courteously and effectively with the public in law enforcement matters;
  • Analyze information quickly and make prompt decisions, including arrests after training; OR
• A bachelor’s degree with superior academic achievement (GPA/honors/class standing) or one year of related graduate-level education; OR
• A combination of experience and education (evaluated from your resume and transcripts).

Note: Candidates with prior federal or military law enforcement experience may qualify at higher grade levels (GL‑9 to GS‑11). Documentation will be reviewed during application.

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Other Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must have been a primary U.S. resident for at least three of the last five years.
• Age/retirement rules: selection typically must occur before 40th birthday per federal law enforcement retirement provisions; exceptions may apply for certain veterans or prior covered service.
• Formal training: selected candidates attend an intensive Border Patrol Academy (approximately six months) covering immigration law, enforcement operations, driver and firearms training, physical techniques, and language training.
• Language: ability to communicate in English is required; Confidential Client provides Spanish language instruction where needed.

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Why This Role

• Career-track federal law enforcement position with structured advancement (GL‑5 → GL‑7 → GL‑9 → GS‑11 → GS‑12).
• Paid academy training plus extensive on-the-job development.
• Competitive pay, locality adjustments for certain duty locations, and attractive financial incentives to recruit and retain talent.
• Work with a mission-focused team making a measurable impact on national security and public safety.

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Keywords & Candidate Fit

This posting is optimized for candidates searching for:

• Border Patrol Agent New York
• Entry-level federal law enforcement jobs
• BPA GL-5 GL-7 positions
• Border Patrol Academy training
• Border patrol recruitment and retention incentives

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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