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 (border security and customs operations).

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

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Position overview

Confidential Client is recruiting for full-time US Border Security Officer roles supporting federal border security and customs operations. This opening covers entry- and mid-level opportunities commonly staffed as Border Patrol Agent (BPA) or Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO). Candidates with education or experience in law enforcement, military police, security, public safety, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

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What you’ll do

As a US Border Security Officer you may be assigned duties that include some or all of the following:

• Patrol international borders, coastal waterways, ports of entry, and designated areas using vehicles, vessels, ATVs, motorcycles, horses, and other approved equipment
• Enforce federal immigration, customs, agriculture, and public-safety laws and regulations
• Inspect persons, vehicles, cargo, conveyances, and documentation to assess admissibility and detect violations
• Detect and prevent illegal entry, human and drug smuggling, contraband trafficking, and other unlawful activity
• Conduct surveillance, gather and analyze intelligence, interview witnesses and suspects, and prepare investigative reports
• Apprehend, detain, and process suspected violators consistent with policy and law
• Support lawful international travel and trade while ensuring regulatory compliance
• Perform operational assignments such as traffic checks, farm and building checks, transportation inspections, and port inspections

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Who we’re looking for — qualifications

Candidates may qualify via a combination of education, general work experience, specialized experience, or relevant law enforcement/military service. Specific requirements differ by position and grade:

• Common requirements (either BPA or CBPO):

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Successful completion of background investigation and suitability checks
  • Meet applicable medical, physical, firearms, and training standards
  • Residency, age, and other federal law enforcement rules apply (see below)

• Border Patrol Agent (BPA) — examples by grade:

  • GL‑5 (entry): One year general work experience, or a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination
  • GL‑7 (advanced entry): One year specialized experience, or bachelor’s with Superior Academic Achievement, or graduate coursework
  • GL‑9 / GS‑11 (experienced): Progressively responsible law‑enforcement or security experience at lower grades

• Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) — examples by grade:

  • GS‑5 (entry): Three years general experience (including at least one year equivalent to GS‑4) or a bachelor’s degree
  • GS‑7 (advanced entry): One year specialized inspection/enforcement experience or qualifying education
  • GS‑9 (experienced): One year specialized experience at the next lower grade or advanced degree/JD

Note: The official vacancy announcement will list the precise minimum qualifications and documentation required (transcripts, proof of prior service, etc.).

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Training, assignment, and locations

• BPAs typically attend approximately six months of basic training at the Border Patrol Academy (Artesia, NM) covering immigration and nationality law, enforcement techniques, firearms, and operations; language training (Spanish) may be provided.
• CBPOs typically attend approximately 103 days of training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.
• Assignments are nationwide and based on operational need. Example locations drawn from the source descriptions include locations in AZ, CA, NM, TX, NY, WA, MT, ND, MN, ME, VT, LA, FL, HI and others. Final duty station will be determined by vacancy, mission requirements, and the official offer.

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Compensation & incentives

Salary depends on position, grade, duty location, and applicable federal pay adjustments. Examples from the supplied descriptions:

• Border Patrol Agent (BPA) — typical range: $51,632 to $124,717 annual (grade and location dependent)
• Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) — typical range: $41,863 to $127,464 annual (grade and location dependent)
• Estimated midpoint shown on some listings: $71,736 per year
• Eligible employees may receive federal benefits (health, dental, retirement, TSP), annual and sick leave, career development, and overtime opportunities
• Recruitment and retention incentives may be available where authorized (examples: hire incentives up to $20,000 for BPAs, location-based incentives for CBPOs). Incentive eligibility, schedules, and service-commitment requirements depend on the official vacancy announcement and final offer.

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Required pre-employment conditions

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must meet federal residency, age, and suitability rules (federal law enforcement age limits generally apply; exceptions may exist)
• Must pass a federal background investigation, drug testing, medical and physical fitness evaluations, and firearms qualifications where applicable
• Veterans may qualify for preference or special appointment authorities; prior federal law enforcement service can affect age limits and appointment rules

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Why apply through Careertakes

• Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform that connects qualified candidates with Confidential Client federal law enforcement opportunities
• Applicants may gain access to additional matched openings and receive recruiting support while maintaining direct employment with the client if selected
• Careertakes follows federal and state hiring compliance and helps ensure candidates meet posted qualifications

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Keywords & ideal candidate

This role is a fit for candidates seeking a federal law enforcement career (Border Patrol Agent, Customs and Border Protection Officer, CBP officer) who are physically fit, able to meet federal background and medical standards, and prepared for the demands of border security operations. Relevant keywords: US Border Security Officer, Border Patrol Agent, Customs and Border Protection Officer, federal law enforcement, New Milford NJ, entry-level law enforcement, CBP officer.

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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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