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Border Patrol Agent - Law Enforcement

Customs and Border Protection

Houston, TX 77246

OnsiteBilingual PreferredHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
  • Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
  • Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position 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) position 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.
  • GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level,
  • GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as:
  • There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.
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Border Patrol Agent - Law Enforcement

Customs and Border Protection

Houston, TX 77246

$51,632-$92,912/yr
OnsiteUrgently HiringBilingual PreferredHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • 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
  • 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.
  • One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to: Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.
  • One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to: Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.
  • One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to: Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
  • Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
  • Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position 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) position 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 Mexico, 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.
  • RELOCATION MAY BE REQUIRED.
  • You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.
  • 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 position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12.
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Police Officer (Secret Service Police), $75,000 Recruitment Incentive

The United States Secret Service

Houston, TX 77246

OnsiteUrgently Hiring

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Possess a current valid U.S. driver's license.
  • Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application and under 40 at referral.
  • Carry and use a firearm.
  • Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory.
  • Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular. Possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
  • Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges.
  • Applicants must be able to hear the whispered voice at 15 feet with each ear without the use of a hearing aid.
  • Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
  • Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA or Artesia, NM and 17 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
  • Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
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Security Officer

Houston Methodist Hospital

Houston, TX 77094

Supplemental Patient Safety Monitor

Harris Health System

Houston, TX 77001

Bilingual Preferred

Contract ADA-Justice of the Peace Court

Harris County District Attorney's Office

Houston, TX 77001

$35-$50/hr
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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level - New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Galena Park, TX 77547

$51,632-$92,219/yr
Urgently HiringBilingual Preferred
New, Posted 21 hours ago
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Security Officer

HHM Hotels

Houston, TX 77001

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Porter

CHRISTUS Health

Houston, TX 77023

OnsiteUrgently Hiring

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Current Texas driver's license
  • 5 Days - 8 Hours; with rotating weekends and on-call requirements
  • Full Time - on site
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Adjunct - Substance Abuse Prevention/Mental Health Services Instructor

Lee College

Houston, TX 77001

New, Posted 16 hours ago

TDCJ - Librarian II - Unit Law Librarian

Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Houston, TX 77001

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What companies are hiring Correctional Officer jobs in Houston,TX?

  1. Customs and Border Protection
  2. The United States Secret Service
  3. Houston Methodist Hospital
  4. Harris Health System
  5. Harris County District Attorney's Office
  6. U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  7. HHM Hotels
  8. CHRISTUS Health
  9. Lee College
  10. Texas Department of Criminal Justice

What is the hourly salary range for Correctional Officer jobs in Houston,TX?

The hourly salary range is $35 - $50.

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