| Puesto | Border Patrol Agent |
| Publicado | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Expirado | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Empresa | U.S. Customs and Border Protection |
| Ubicación | México | MX |
| Tipo de Contrato | Full Time |
Última información laboral de U.S. Customs and Border Protection para la posición de Border Patrol Agent. If the Border Patrol Agent vacante en México coincide con tus calificaciones, envía tu solicitud o currículum directamente a través del portal actualizado de Jobkos.
Ten en cuenta que aplicar a un trabajo puede no ser siempre fácil, ya que los candidatos deben cumplir con ciertos requisitos establecidos por la empresa. Esperamos que esta oportunidad en U.S. Customs and Border Protection para la posición de Border Patrol Agent se ajuste a tu perfil profesional.
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level
NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized Ubicacións.
U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ Primero-choice preferences. ReUbicación may be required.
DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW
The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.
If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), within the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is hiring immediately for these full-time, entry-level, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.
Salary and Benefits
Annual Base Salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows:
GL-5/GL-7 $49,739 - $89,518 per year
Duty Ubicación impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some Ubicacións than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder Puesto with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the Sig higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.
Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.
*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The Primero $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized Ubicación. Prioritized Ubicacións include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.
*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their Primero four years.
Duties and Responsibilities
As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.
Typical assignments include:
Qualifications
You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience: One (1) 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; OR
Education Substitution: 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 college or university; OR
Combination of Experience and Education: 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:
The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.
Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership. 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; OR
A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level. Please refer to the BPA GL-9 - 11 announcement.
Other Requirements
Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this Puesto.
Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the Último five years.
Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this Puesto is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent Puesto 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) Puesto covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).
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: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New México, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.
How to Apply:
Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Puesto of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.
You’ll then receive a link(s) to the BPA 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 opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.
If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: careers.cbp.gov/s/usbp.
As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.
Después de leer y comprender los criterios y requisitos mínimos explicados en la información del trabajo Border Patrol Agent at the office México anterior, completa de inmediato tus archivos de solicitud, como carta de presentación, CV (Hoja de Vida), copia de diploma y otros suplementos. Envía a través del enlace Siguiente Página abajo.
Desc: ¿Eres un especialista en Inteligencia Artificial !Tú eres el talento que buscamos! Artificial Intelligence Engineer Disponibilidad para trabajar en CDMX de manera híbrida Conocimientos: Inglés Interme...
Desc: Únete a ARCO EQUIPOS Y SERVICIOS DEL NORTE y da el siguiente paso en tu carrera profesional. Con 44 años de experiencia en el mercado de la energía crítica, en ARCO hemos evolucionado a un modelo de e...
Desc: Ofrecemos: Sueldo base de $28,000 a $32,000 brutos mensuales Prestaciones de ley desde el primer día Vacaciones superiores a las de la ley Estabilidad y crecimiento Plan de la felicidad Horario: Lun...
Desc: Beneficios: $12,000 netos mensuales Prestaciones de ley desde el primer día Equipo celular o apoyo en recargas Contrato inicial por periodo de prueba, con posibilidad de planta Actividades: Entrega de...
Desc: Brindar atención médica de primer contacto a pacientes, realizando valoraciones, diagnósticos y tratamientos oportunos conforme a los protocolos y normas de salud vigentes. Atender urgencias médicas b...