About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Federal Government – Law Enforcement (Customs and Border Protection).

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

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Overview

Confidential Client is seeking qualified candidates for entry- and mid-level federal law enforcement roles, including Border Patrol Agent (BPA) and Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO). This listing is targeted to candidates in Cedarburg, WI, and nearby areas but candidates may be assigned to locations across the United States depending on operational needs.

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What You’ll Do

As an entry- or mid-level federal law enforcement officer with Confidential Client, your core responsibilities may include:

• Patrol and secure designated areas (land borders, coastal waterways, ports of entry) using vehicles, vessels, ATVs, horses, motorcycles, or other authorized equipment.
• Enforce federal immigration, customs, agriculture, and related laws and regulations.
• Inspect persons, documents, vehicles, conveyances, merchandise, and baggage to detect violations and determine admissibility.
• Conduct surveillance, interviews, investigations, and evidence collection.
• Detect and prevent illegal entry, human and drug smuggling, contraband trafficking, and other threats to homeland security.
• Apprehend, detain, and process suspected violators; prepare accurate reports and case documentation.
• Facilitate lawful international trade and travel while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Perform operational assignments including traffic and transportation checks, farm and building inspections, and port operations.

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Who We're Looking For

We’re looking for candidates who demonstrate sound judgment, integrity, adaptability, and the ability to perform under pressure. Minimum/typical qualification pathways vary by grade and position:

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Residency: generally must have had primary U.S. residency for at least 3 of the last 5 years (check specific vacancy announcement).
• Border Patrol Agent (BPA) – multiple entry points (GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, GS-12) through combinations of:
  • General work experience demonstrating judgment and the ability to follow procedures; or
  • Relevant college degree; or
  • Specialized law enforcement, security, military police or similar experience for higher entry grades.
• Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) – entry and experienced grades (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11/12) through combinations of:
  • Work experience involving public contact and application of regulations; or
  • Relevant college degree; or
  • Specialized inspection/enforcement experience for advanced grades.
• Typical demonstrated skills: firearms proficiency, investigative/report writing, interviewing, use-of-force policy knowledge, basic vehicle operation, and situational awareness.
• Age, medical, physical fitness, background investigation, and training requirements apply (federal law enforcement standards and applicable exclusions).
• Veterans’ preference and certain hiring authorities may apply for eligible candidates.

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Compensation & Benefits

Compensation varies by position, grade, and duty location. Representative annual base salary ranges from the supplied descriptions:

• Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO): $41,863 - $127,464 per year (range depends on grade/location).
• Border Patrol Agent (BPA): $51,632 - $124,717 per year (range depends on grade/location).

Eligible employees may receive:

• Federal health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement benefits plus participation in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
• Annual and sick leave.
• Career development and promotion opportunities.
• Position-specific recruitment and retention incentives (see below).
• For fully trained CBP officers, overtime opportunities may be available subject to rules and availability.

(Compensation figures are estimates drawn from the supplied materials and may vary. Final pay will be determined by the official vacancy announcement and appointment grade.)

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Locations & Assignments

Primary location for this posting: Cedarburg, WI.

However, candidates should expect that duty locations may include assignments throughout the United States based on mission needs. Example duty locations (not exhaustive) include Arizona, California, Texas, New Mexico, Florida, Hawaii, and states in the northern and midwestern U.S. If a preferred location has no current vacancy, candidates may be offered other locations required by mission priorities.

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Training & Career Progression

• Border Patrol Agent (BPA) recruits typically attend approximately six months of initial training at the Border Patrol Academy (Artesia, NM) covering immigration law, enforcement techniques, firearms, physical training, and Spanish-language support where applicable.
• CBPO recruits typically attend approximately 103 days of training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC), with a focus on inspection techniques, trade and travel compliance, firearms, and enforcement protocols.
• Ongoing professional development and promotion paths are available within federal law enforcement grades and specialties.

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Recruitment Incentives

Some newly appointed agents/officers may be eligible for recruitment or retention incentives at designated locations. Examples from the supplied descriptions:

• BPA recruitment incentive: up to $20,000 (structured payments tied to academy completion and location selection).
• BPA retention incentive: up to $30,000 over three years (subject to terms).
• CBPO recruitment incentives: up to $15,000 per year for officers selecting designated prioritized locations under multi-year service agreements.

Incentive availability, amounts, service commitments, and eligibility are determined by the official vacancy announcement and final appointment offer.

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Important Hiring Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must meet federal law enforcement age requirements (typically referral before age 40, with exceptions for certain prior federal service or veterans).
• Background investigation, suitability determination, and other clearances required.
• Medical, physical fitness, and firearms qualifications must be met.
• Official vacancy announcements define exact qualification standards; candidates must submit required documentation (resume, transcripts, etc.) as specified.

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Why Apply via Careertakes

Careertakes is a third-party recruiting partner helping to match qualified candidates to this Confidential Client opportunity. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client. Careertakes may surface additional federal law enforcement opportunities that match your background.

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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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.