Border Patrol Agent (Direct Hire) -Open & closing dates 01/01/2019to02/04/2019 -Service Competitive -Pay scale & grade GL 5 - 7 -Salary $41,187 to $74,108 per year -Appointment type Permanent -Work schedule Full-Time -Location -Relocation expenses reimbursed No -Telework eligible No -Duties -Summary -While the location in this announcement is "Location Negotiable," the following geographic corridors are most likely to have Border Patrol Agent vacancies at the time of your final offer: West Texas-New Mexico Corridor, South Texas Corridor and Arizona Corridor. See theHow to Applysection below for more information. -Responsibilities A fully trained Border Patrol Agent (BPA) may be eligible for overtime pay (up to an additional 25% of salary). Border Patrol Agents (BPA) may also have a higher starting salary based on their duty location. Please visit the -for more information. This is a career ladder position 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 next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level (with supervisor approval). For example you could: -start as a BPA in June 2019 as a GL-5 and make $41,187 - $51,484 per year* -be promoted in June 2020 to GL-7 and make $46,879 - $58,599 per year* -be promoted in June 2021 to GL-9 and make $52,285 - $65,356 per year* -be promoted in June 2022 to GS-11 and make $61,218 - $76,522 per year* -be promoted in June 2023 to GS-12 and make $73,375 - $91,718 per year**Please note this example includes a range from minimum locality pay up to maximum potential salary with overtime earnings. Pay rates are based on the -and do not take into consideration higher locality pay where applicable or yearly cost of living increases. Being a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include: -Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the land borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions -Responding to electronic sensor alarms -Interpreting and following tracks, marks and other physical evidence -Using infrared scopes during night operations -Responding to aircraft sighting and other anti-smuggling activities -Performing farm and ranch checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks -Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways and using a variety of Government assets for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission. These assets may include, but are not limited to: vehicles, horses, vessels, watercrafts, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles -Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. -Supervisory status No -Promotion Potential 12 -Conditions of Employment -Firearm Proficiency:You will be required to carry a firearm. Firearm proficiency is required for all Border Patrol Agents and is part of the training provided. Probationary Period:You must serve a one-year probationary period during the first year of your initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment. Formal Training:You will be detailed to the -in Artesia, New Mexico for approximately 6 months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and Border Patrol-specific operations, drivers training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. You will also be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language and will be tested on your language abilities. Uniform:This position requires wearing an officially approved uniform while in a duty status. Residency Requirement: To be considered for this position, an applicant must meet the residency requirement for three years before his or her application by: -Residing within the United States or its protectorate or territories; or -Working for the U.S. government as an overseas Federal or military employee; or -Being a dependent of a U.S. Federal or military employee serving overseasExceptions may be granted if you provide complete state-side coverage information regarding participation in "Study Abroad" programs, overseas church missions, or state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with you overseas. You must provide information and related documentation during the hiring process. Shift Work/Overtime:This position requires regular and recurring shift work. You must be willing and available to work rotating shifts. You may also be rotated between assignments and duty locations. You could be required to work overtime on a daily basis and will be compensated up to an additional 25% of your base pay in accordance with the Border Patrol Agent Pay Reform Act of 2014. Driver's License:You must possess a valid driver's license. You must meet job-related medical, fitness, suitability and drug-testing standards. All agency employees are required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer for salary payments. -Qualifications The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of this announcement. You qualify for the GL-5 grade level (starting salary $41,187 up to $51,484 with potential overtime) if your supporting documentation shows you possess one of the following: Experience:One year of general work experience that shows you have the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; that you can learn law enforcement regulations, methods and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and you have the ability to gather factual information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records;OR Education Substitution:A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study inany fieldleading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited or college or university;ORwill receive a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university within 9 months from the closing date of this announcement and will upload all official or unofficial transcripts before the closing date of this announcement;OR Combination of Experience and Education:A combination of general work experienceANDsuccessfully 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 (starting salary $46,879 up to $58,599 with the potential overtime) if you possess one of the following: Experience:One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the ability to make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; the ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups of persons in a courteous, tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters; the ability to analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions or take prompt and appropriate law enforcement action in light of applicable laws, court decisions and sound law enforcement matters; and the ability to develop and maintain contact with a network of informants;OR Education Substitution: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. Go to -to see if you qualify under this provision;OR Will receive a bachelor's degree with -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 within 9 months from the closing date of this announcement;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, corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited or college or university;OR Combination of Experience and Education:A combination of specialized work experienceANDgraduate level education completed 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, corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university . This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. Note:To be eligible for overtime, employees must be fully trained. If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 grade level. Please refer to the BPA DH GL-9 announcement: -Age Requirement:Effective May 8, 2016, the Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age for original placement into a BPA position; therefore, candidates must be referred for selection before reaching their 40th birthday (increased from age 37). In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. However, the age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). This measure will increase the statutorily mandatory retirement to an age of up to 60 to allow individuals the opportunity to complete 20 years of law enforcement service (See U.S.C 8425 (b)(1) and 8335 (b)(1)). The age restriction does not apply if you are a Veterans' Preference eligible. For more information on Veterans' Preference eligibility please see the -. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience):refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Experience as a CBP Explorer may be qualifying if your resume provides sufficient information to credit your experience. To receive full credit for your experience, please be sure to describe your duties, roles and responsibilities in detail. Current Federal Employees:Current federal employees who apply to this announcement may be required to accept a change to lower grade which will reduce their current salary based on Federal pay regulations.Note:If you are a current GS-12 step 1, your salary may be reduced to a GL-5 step 10, which equates to an approximate $22,168 salary reduction (based on locality). Re-promotion is not guaranteed. Timeframes and grade level re-promotion is at the discretion of the agency. Political Appointees:The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. -Education See theQualificationsSection for education substitution. -Additional information -. Polygraph Reciprocity: -Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change. -You will be evaluated based on your passing entrance examination score (external assessments), resume, supporting documents, and responses to the job questionnaire. -(sample entrance examination). The pre-test will give you a preview of the types of questions you can expect to see on the actual exam. Applying early and scheduling the online entrance exam as soon as possible will ensure the most options for testing.The last day of proctored testing ends February 9, 2019 -Security clearance -Drug test required Yes -Resume:A resume in English is required. It must contain your full legal name, address, phone number, complete work history, a detailed description of your duties, the dates you performed those duties (MM/DD/YY), as well as yourhours worked per week.Note: Most applicants are screened out for insufficient information on their resume.Please see the -for specific information and examples. Transcripts: Required if basing any part of your qualifications on education and must be in English from an accredited institution. Transcripts fromallcolleges/universities attended are required. Official transcripts are preferred but will accept unofficial at the time of application. Official transcripts are required upon receipt of a final offer of employment. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualifications requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See -for more information. Veterans' Preference Documents:If you claim Veterans' Preference you will be required to submit proof of eligibility (DD 214, Member-4 copy, Certificate of Release or Discharge). Those applying for 10-Point preference must submit documentation that demonstrates preference eligibility. Please see the documentation as listed on the -.*Although Veterans' Preference does not apply to Direct Hire Authority, upon selection Veterans' Preference documents may be required. Statement of Service (Certification Letter):If you are still on active duty you must submit certification from the Armed Forces showing when you will be discharged or released from active duty. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; (2) campaign badges and expeditionary medals; and (3) the character of service. View more about -. Age Requirement Documents:If you are over the age of 40 you will need to submit proof you are eligible for the position of Border Patrol Agent. If you are claiming an age waiver based on Federal law enforcement service; you must submit copies of your SF-50s reflecting the beginning date and end date of creditable Federal civilian (not military) service under Title 5 U.S.C. 8331(20), and Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(17). Block 30 of your SF-50 should show Retirement Code M or O. If you do not meet the age requirement and you are unable to provide this required documentation, you will not receive consideration under this announcement. If you are claiming an age waiver based on Veterans' Preference, submit the required Veterans' Preference documents. Reasonable Accommodation Documents:If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the Border Patrol Agent external assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found -. Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)?Please submit: -a copy of your agency notice, -a copy of your most recent performance rating, and -a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location Are you a current or former political appointee?If you are or have been a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential appointee employee, you must submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: -Position title -Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee) -Agency -Beginning and ending dates of appointment -section for additional information. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English. If you are planning to apply using your phone or tablet, see -Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. The address posted below is for inquiries only. Applicants may not update assessment responses after submitting an application. You must submit your resume, application questionnaire, and any supporting documents at the time of application. Please see theNext Steps -For more information on CBP's mission, activities, and careers please visit our website at -. -Next steps -. Upon completion, you will receive a second email from -January 2 -Applicants will be referred for selection consideration throughout the announcement open period as they successfully complete the entrance exam and meet minimum qualifications. Due to the critical needs of this position, all eligible and qualified applicants will be referred for selection consideration. A passing score does not guarantee selection. -A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.