Border Patrol Agent (20K to 30K BPA Recruitment Incentive) – closes 9-26-2025

Department of Homeland Security
Customs and Border Protection
U.S. Border Patrol

Border Patrol Agent positions are open to the public, Veterans, and federal employees. You must be under the age of 40 to apply. There are many positions available in several states and this link will explain the position, duties, requirements, and qualifications. https://www.usajobs.gov/job/844468400

Pay rates are based on the 2025 OPM Salary Tables. Click on this video for more information on what it’s like to be a BPA – A Day in the Life of a U.S. Border Patrol Agent

Hurry and get your application in as soon as possible. Those who are qualified and hired are subject to receive a $20k–$30k recruitment bonus. Current law enforcement officers and individuals dealing with public safety and security are encouraged to apply. CareerPro Plus has been providing assistance in developing resumes for these positions for years and can provide expert guidance in preparing your resume.

Two-page resumes are required after September 26, 2025 due to the new federal hiring changes, and we suggest that you prepare yourself in advance to meet all federal application requirements. Read the vacancy announcement here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/844468400

Being a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member of the federal law enforcement officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include:

  • Detecting and questioning persons suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations
  • Preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions, including using infrared scopes during night operations
  • Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband
  • Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks
  • Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercrafts, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP mission

Let us know if we can be of assistance in developing a successful and competitive federal resume for this Border Patrol Agent position or others. Contact us at 800-471-9201 and one of our Master Federal Career Advisors can assist you. Or visit www.careerproplus.com and contact us online with your information.

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