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Border Patrol Agent
Customs and Border Protection · Posted 2 days ago
On-site Clallam County, WA $52K – $125K Apply by Oct 31, 2026 Border Patrol Enforcement Series ESTPISTJ
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*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. See the duties section for a list of prioritized locations. *Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $30,000 in additional incentives distributed over the next three years.
What You'll Do
- →The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation.
- →DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters.
- →We achieve these vital missions through a workforce spanning hundreds of occupations.
- →Make an impact; join DHS.
- →Being a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.
- →Salary: Selections from this announcement will be at the GL-5, GL-7, GL-9 or GS-11 grade levels with promotion potential to the GS-12.
- →Promotions are not guaranteed and at the discretion of the agency.
- →Your pay will be determined after you successfully complete all pre-employment processes.
- →Pay rates are based on the 2026 OPM Salary Tables - these tables do not take into consideration any potential overtime earnings, recruitment incentives, location incentives or yearly cost of living increases.
- →Duty Locations: Before you submit your application you will be asked to select your preferred location.
- →The location you select does not affect your application and it does not affect the locations that are offered to you at the time of your final offer.
- →Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.
- →Bargaining Unit: This position is covered under the National Border Patrol Council (NBPC).
- →For more information, please visit.
Requirements
- ✓You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this position.
- ✓Firearm Requirement: This position requires that the incumbent meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms as outlined in the Gun Control Act of 1968, amended by the Lautenberg Amendment of 1996.
- ✓Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition and will not be considered for this position.
- ✓Residency Requirement: U.S.
- ✓Customs and Border Protection has a residency requirement that applies to all applicants not currently employed by CBP.
- ✓Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three (3) of the last five (5) years, before completing an application for CBP employment.
- ✓If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two (2) of the last five (5) years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency waiver by meeting one or more of the following conditions: Working for the U.S.
- ✓Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the military A dependent of a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S.
- ✓Government Working as a contractor employee, a volunteer, consultant or an intern for the U.S.
- ✓Government Participation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or university If selected for a position, you must provide documentation to support a request for an exception to the residency requirement.
- ✓See the Qualifications Section for education substitution at the GL-5 and GL-7 grade levels.
- ✓Successful completion of the following pre-employment processes are required for this position.
- ✓All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English.
Benefits
- ★DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.
- ★Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.
- ★DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities.
- ★For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
- ★Rigorous Law Enforcement Officer Special Retirement Coverage: This position is subject to mandatory retirement under the special retirement provisions for law enforcement officers under CSRS and FERS (5 CFR 842.803 and 5 CFR 831.903, Conditions for Coverage; 5 USC 8425(b) and 5 USC 8335(b), Mandatory Separation; and 5 USC 8412(d) and 5 USC 8336(c), Immediate Retirement).
- ★For more information on required years of service and retirement age, click on this link.
- ★For further information on when an employee continues or discontinues coverage, please see the CSRS and FERS handbook, Chapter 46 (CSRS pages 12-14, and FERS pages 41-43).
Personality Fit
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