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 Law Enforcement (U.S. Customs and Border Protection).

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

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Position overview

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is recruiting candidates for Security Officer - Federal Government roles based in Markham, IL. These openings include entry‑ and mid‑level federal law enforcement career paths such as Border Patrol Agent (BPA) and Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO). This is a full‑time federal law enforcement opportunity offering training, clear advancement paths, and federal benefits.

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What You’ll Do

As a Security Officer (Border Patrol Agent or CBP Officer) you will perform duties such as:

• Patrol and secure borders, ports of entry, and designated federal facilities using vehicles, vessels, ATVs, horses, or other authorized equipment
• Enforce federal laws and regulations related to immigration, customs, agriculture and national security
• Inspect people, documents, conveyances, cargo, and personal belongings to detect violations and determine admissibility
• Conduct surveillance, investigations, interviews, and gather/protect evidence
• Apprehend or detain suspected violators and prepare incident/investigative reports
• Facilitate lawful trade and travel while preventing illegal entry, smuggling, and contraband trafficking
• Perform assignments that may include traffic checks, building and farm inspections, airport/seaport screening, and other operational patrols

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Qualifications

Minimum eligibility and qualification criteria (vary by position and grade):

• U.S. citizenship required
• Must meet federal background, suitability, medical, fitness, and firearms standards for law enforcement
• General educational/experience pathways:
  • Border Patrol Agent (BPA)
    • GL‑5 (entry): 1 year general work experience OR a bachelor’s degree OR a qualifying combination of education and experience
    • GL‑7 (advanced entry): 1 year specialized experience OR bachelor’s with Superior Academic Achievement OR qualifying graduate study
    • GL‑9/GS‑11: one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (law enforcement or related duties)
  • Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO)
    • GS‑5 (entry): 3 years general experience (including 1 year equivalent to GS‑4) OR a bachelor’s degree OR qualifying combination
    • GS‑7/GS‑9: one year specialized experience at the next lower grade level or qualifying graduate education
• Federal law enforcement age limits and appointment rules apply (refer to vacancy announcement for exact age exceptions)
• Residency rules, veterans’ preference, and appointment authorities vary by announcement—review the official vacancy details
• Willingness to relocate or accept assignment changes based on mission needs

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Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary ranges (dependent on grade, position, and location):
  • Border Patrol Agent (BPA): $51,632 – $124,717 (annual, estimated)
  • Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO): $41,863 – $127,464 (annual, estimated)
• Eligible employees may receive:
  • Federal health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Paid annual and sick leave
  • Retirement benefits and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) participation
  • Career development, formal training, and promotional opportunities
  • Position‑specific recruitment and retention incentives (example: BPA recruitment incentives up to $20,000; CBPO incentives at designated locations)
  • For fully trained officers, overtime opportunities (subject to rules and availability)

Salary ranges above are drawn from the supplied job information and may vary by final vacancy announcement and locality pay adjustments. Verify the official vacancy announcement for exact pay rates and incentive eligibility.

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Training & Career Path

• Border Patrol Agent (BPA): commonly includes approximately six months of academy training (law enforcement techniques, immigration law, firearms, and operational procedures), with additional on‑the‑job training and language training where required.
• Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO): typically includes approximately 103 days of formal training at a federal training center, followed by supervised field training.
• Both career paths offer advancement into supervisory, specialist, investigative, or leadership roles across federal law enforcement.

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Location & Assignment

• Authoritative duty location for this posting: Markham, IL.
• Candidates may be assigned to other locations across the United States based on operational requirements and vacancy availability. Travel and relocation may be required for training and assignments.

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How We Recruit

Careertakes is the third‑party recruiting platform supporting this listing. If you move forward in the process, Careertakes may share your application with the Confidential Client for direct consideration. Applying through Careertakes does not change the employer—employment will be with the Confidential Client.

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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.