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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) -&nbsp;Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)
Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.&nbsp;
You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience. This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization. Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations. &nbsp;&nbsp;
U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.
EARN UP TO $30,000 IN RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES — Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 to be paid upon successfully completing training at the Border Patrol Academy, and the remainder to be paid in full after completing a three-year service agreement. New BPAs accepting a prioritized location (Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer, and Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ) will be eligible for an additional $10,000.
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 and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from:
Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11 $63,148&nbsp;- $120,145 per year
Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Overtime Pay: Up to 25%
Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations 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 position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to 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 the lower grade level.
All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.
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:
<ul>
<li>Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.</li>
<li>Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations.</li>
<li>Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband.</li>
<li>Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.</li>
<li>Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:
GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience,&nbsp;equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:
<ul>
<li>Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.</li>
<li>Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.</li>
<li>Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.</li>
</ul>
If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 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:
<ul>
<li>Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.</li>
<li>Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.</li>
<li>Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.</li>
</ul>
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.
There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.
Other Requirements:
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.
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 in 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 Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and 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.
NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GS11)

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Job Description
We are champions of positive dissatisfaction. Dissatisfied with the way it's always been, with handcuffs and limits and rules, with insights that aren't insightful, and with creative that doesn't make you feel. We believe dissatisfaction is the mother of reinvention. That's why our mascot is the octopus. It's the only organism on the planet that routinely edits its own genetic material to adapt, innovate, and thrive. It outsmarts the competition by constantly changing. It reinvents, repeats, reinvents, repeats. And so do we. In a world where the most innovative brands grow faster than the competition, we are, pound for pound, the most effective agency in the world. Eleven years running. MullenLowe: Always Be a Challenger.
Position Overview
Senior Art Directors formulate concepts and can lead creatives in executing art direction to be presented to clients. They provide ideas that inspire others and have a great range of art direction styles. Senior Art Directors bring together client needs and strategic insights to produce breakthrough and award-worthy work. Humor, craftsmanship, intellectual curiosity, and ownership are essential qualities!
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Concept and art direct with a strong strategic creative sense.</li>
<li>Craft designs to produce effective broadcast, digital, and experiential campaigns.</li>
<li>Work closely with all departments as a team player to ensure that the creative needs of your brands are met</li>
<li>Work with internal and external production partners to execute work for various mediums</li>
<li>Deliver internal presentations to senior creatives and/or clients</li>
<li>Develop campaigns from start to finish that are on brand and on brief</li>
<li>Contribute to and participate in new business pitches</li>
<li>Mentor junior creative talent</li>
<li>Find creative opportunities where possible even if they haven't been assigned.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>Four year degree is required.</li>
<li>5+ years of agency or marketing experience</li>
<li>Expert in MAC software and Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator</li>
<li>Please submit a link to your work when applying.</li>
<li>Solid understanding of photography, illustration, typography, and editing</li>
<li>Experience coming up with strong creative platforms</li>
<li>Experience managing creative presentation decks</li>
<li>Industry awarded work preferred</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Other duties as assigned*</li>
</ul>
The salary range for this position is below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's background, pertinent experience and qualifications.
Salary Range$99,000—$130,000 USD
The work is never perfect, so how could we ask that of our applicants? What we do seek out at MullenLowe are original thinkers with a thing for unconventional ideas that solve tomorrow's big problems. Is that you? Check doubt at the door and apply for the roles that will excite and challenge you in new ways.
EEOC Statement: 
At MullenLowe U.S., we believe openness is fundamental to creativity. We're open to different approaches, perspectives, and ways of thinking that come from working with people from diverse cultures, ethnicities, and sexual orientations, and we don't believe we can get to the best place creatively without them. We strongly encourage women; Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals; LGBTQ+ individuals; people with disabilities; people of all ages and religion; members of ethnic minorities; foreign-born residents; and veterans to apply.
 We do not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
You must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this role. This job description is subject to change at any time. Work is regularly performed in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to: <a href="mailto:disabilityaccommodations@mullenlowe.com" target="_blank">disabilityaccommodations@mullenlowe.com</a> - please include your location in the subject line of your email (BOS, NY, LA, WNS) MullenLowe is an EEO/AA M/F/Disability/Vet Employer. MullenLowe participates in E-Verify. <a href="https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf" target="_blank">https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf</a> <a href="https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf" target="_blank">https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplem…</a>

Senior Art Director

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts. We're one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals &amp; Mining, Warehousing &amp; Distribution, and CPG/Food &amp; Beverage industries. Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site. 
We are seeking a Electrical Technician, to assemble industrial control panels and small mechanical assemblies. The position requires the ability to perform duties in a safe manner and adhere to company standards, practices and certifications. You will be tasked with maintaining shop environment and providing general building maintenance. Electrical Technicians may also be required to assist with field installations at customer locations. 
You will:
<ul>
<li>Assemble industrial control panels and small mechanical assemblies under the direction of the lead technician, engineer, or manager.</li>
<li>Work with subordinates, peers and more senior level Technicians to identify and work through any medium-level complexity design or build issues.</li>
<li>Prep for FAT and support final QC checkouts.</li>
<li>Organize work in an efficient manner, complete assigned tasks, and maintain a neat work area</li>
<li>Maintain correct records of time to be charged to projects</li>
<li>Adhere to process and quality controls as well as follow all safety regulations</li>
<li>Take ownership for projects and their completion</li>
<li>Serve as an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates. </li>
</ul>
You have:
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma or GED.</li>
<li>4+ years of experience.</li>
<li>Welding experience in a fabrication setting.</li>
<li>Ability to read and understand assembly details.</li>
<li>Ability to perform fabrication/assembly duties on various projects.</li>
<li>Ability to read a measuring tape.</li>
<li>Knowledge of basic hand tools and their proper use.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently or in a group setting</li>
<li>Self-motivation with good attention to detail</li>
<li>Have basic computer skills</li>
<li>Willingness to be trained!</li>
<li>A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork. </li>
</ul>
*Must be able to occasionally lifts items weighing up to 50 pounds
You may:
<ul>
<li>Be required to work at customer site</li>
</ul>
Benefits &amp; Perks:
<ul>
<li>401k + match + prompt enrollment.  E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry. </li>
<li>Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits. </li>
<li>Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off. </li>
<li>Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you can advance your career. As an E Tech associate, you can unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities. </li>
</ul>
 Salary Range: $24/hr-$32/hr
E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs.

Electrical Technician

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Job DescriptionPart-Time Elementary, Middle &amp; High School Teachers/Tutors Wanted
Passionate about puns? Excited by literature? Moved by math? Eager to help elementary to high school students succeed in all subjects?
We are currently seeking part-time teacher-tutors for roles in our learning center at GradePower Learning Elk Grove. This position is perfect for anyone who loves working with students, enjoys teaching the ins and outs of language, math, among other subjects, and is passionate about helping others build their skills in these areas. Bonus points if you are comfortable with chemistry / biology / physics...!
Teacher-Tutors at GradePower Learning do not have to lesson plan before class, as all lessons are pre-planned. Applicants will be fully trained in our proprietary philosophy and methods.
Position Requirements: 
*****Please Note: Must Have at Least Monday through Thursday Availability*****
Instructors must be able to commit to a minimum of two days per week. We have morning and afternoon/early evening hours available. A commitment for the school year is preferred. Continuing through the summer is even better. Your students will love working with you, and being reliable is a must.
What we really want is someone who is passionate about helping others "see" how education helps!
This role is in-person. You must be able to commute to this location. This is not an online position. Relocation packages are not available. Vulnerable sector screening is mandatory.
We encourage you to apply if you have the majority of the following requirements:
Education:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree or greater</li>
<li>Current college student working towards a four year program</li>
<li>Good knowledge of the current first grade to 12th grade curriculum</li>
</ul>
Experience:
<ul>
<li>Some experience teaching/tutoring at a first grade to 12th grade is valued, but not necessary</li>
<li>Passion for helping other "see" how education helps</li>
<li>Strong English written and oral communication skills and ability to guide students' understanding</li>
<li>Ability to multitask and balance working with up to three students at a time</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities (Position Details):
You will work directly with students as an Interactive Coach with the following responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Teaching up to 3 students at a time at different levels</li>
<li>Following the GradePower Learning methodologies and philosophies</li>
<li>Filling in post-lesson notes</li>
<li>Completing daily student communication updates</li>
<li>Maintaining a friendly and professional manner at all times</li>
</ul>
Smiles, High-Fives &amp; Happy Students:
In this position, you will play a key role in helping students develop their self-confidence and self-esteem. The rewards of helping children overcome academic hurdles and realize their inner potential can be very fulfilling. You will be rewarded with smiling faces and high-fives during every shift. Other rewards of the role include:
<ul>
<li>ongoing training opportunities</li>
<li>frequent check-ins and feedback</li>
<li>company growth opportunities</li>
<li>hands-on development of your teaching skills</li>
<li>helping yourself learn how to be a better student no matter what your current level</li>
</ul>
Salary: $20 / hour
Schedule:
<ul>
<li>Evenings</li>
<li>Monday to Thursday</li>
<li>Occasional Friday and Saturday mornings</li>
</ul>
About GradePower Learning
GradePower Learning is a supplemental education provider helping students get better grades in the Elk Grove area since 2014. Offering a full range of programs for students of all ages and abilities, GradePower Learning uses the science of cognitive learning to help all students develop stronger learning skills they can rely on for life!
Are you the superstar teacher-tutor we have been searching for? Apply now!
GradePower Learning Elk Grove
9261 Laguna Springs Drive, Elk Grove, CA
Tel: (916) 683-1115
Applicants must reside in or within a short commute of the Elk Grove area.
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the team at GradePower Learning Elk Grove; however, only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.

Elementary, Middle & High School Tutor / Academic Coach

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Job Description
AMVAC has an exciting opportunity for a Territory Sales Representative (TSR) to join their crop sales team. In this role, the TSR will represent our diverse portfolio of agriculture and crop protection products and manage product sales and service activities to achieve budgeted sales and profit objectives within their geographic area of Northeastern Iowa. The ideal candidate lives in the territory and has established relationships with the local retailers, distributors, consultants and growers. The Territory Sales Rep focuses on their customers (distributors, retailers, agricultural consultants, and key growers) to accomplish territory objectives, maximize organic growth and develop new markets. 
 Key Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Manage territory customer accounts; establish and maintain regular contact with customers and key influencers to obtain product performance feedback and develop markets segments by brand</li>
<li>Develop annual territory business objectives that support the regional and national strategies </li>
<li>Provide Key account planning for target customers that can deliver sales volumes by brand and profit objectives</li>
<li>Responsible for managing annual territory expense budgets that could include such items as promotional items, travel, and entertainment</li>
<li>Prepare and deliver monthly reports regarding customer, product and competitive information along with verbal updates on key activities with your manager</li>
<li>Create and deliver internal and external sales presentations; prepare presentation materials, including handouts and graphics</li>
<li>Work closely with immediate supervisor and product management to identify suitable marketing &amp; promotional programs obtaining buy‐in and approval on territory business plans</li>
<li>Overnight Travel:Approximately 10-15% of time on the job. Company vehicle (truck) provided. </li>
</ul>
Skills &amp; Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>Background - A strong background in the Agricultural Chemical or related Agriculture Industry is required</li>
<li>Experience - 3+ years sales experience with proven history of achieving / exceeding goals</li>
<li>Customer Orientation ‐ Determines and fulfills customer needs and expectations</li>
<li>Proven Selling Skills ‐ Responds to consumer needs and wants through planned, personalized verbal and written communications to influence purchase decisions and ensure satisfaction</li>
<li>Strong Business Acumen ‐ Understands and applies business knowledge to maintain and advance organizational effectiveness; comfortable with risk; accepts individual responsibility and accountability</li>
<li>Integrity – Widely trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual who can maintain confidentiality</li>
<li>Initiative ‐ Recognizes what needs to be done, acts and accomplishes results as the situation demands</li>
<li>Persuasion ‐ Ability to persuade others in a positive &amp; professional manner; builds consensus through give and take</li>
<li>Influence ‐ Able to influence others to adopt an action by using data, facts, logic and credible personal presence for territory effectiveness</li>
<li>Computer skills – Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, and sales reporting tools such as AgData</li>
<li>Requirements - Must be able to pass a background check and other tests as required</li>
<li>Reside in the Territory (Northeastern Iowa)</li>
</ul>
 Education Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree required. Focus in Agricultural Science or Agribusiness preferred.</li>
</ul>
 AMVAC Offers: 
<ul>
<li>Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision &amp; Life Insurance for employees and their families </li>
<li>Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available</li>
<li>401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching</li>
<li>Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) with employee discount</li>
<li>Wellness program and More</li>
<li>Company Vehicle </li>
</ul>
 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
AMVAC is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks and substance abuse testing. We participate in the E-Verify Federal Identification System. 
AMVAC, An American Vanguard Company, (NYSE: AVD)

Territory Sales Representative - Crop - Northeastern Iowa

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Job Description
 
 
 
EOE, including disability/vets

Wood Assembler

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations. &nbsp;&nbsp;
U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ first-choice preferences. RELOCATION MAY BE REQUIRED.
EARN UP TO $30,000 IN RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES — Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (BPA) will be offered a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 to be paid upon successfully completing training at the Border Patrol Academy, and the remainder to be paid in full after completing a three-year service agreement. New BPAs accepting a prioritized location (Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer, and Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ) will be eligible for an additional $10,000.
Applicants currently in pre-employment do not need to reapply to be eligible for the incentive.
. . . . . . . . .&nbsp;
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:
<ul>
<li>GL-5/GL-7 $49,739&nbsp;- $89,518 per year</li>
</ul>
Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations 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 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 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.
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:
<ul>
<li>Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations</li>
<li>Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations</li>
<li>Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband</li>
<li>Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks</li>
<li>Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.</li>
</ul>
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:
<ul>
<li>Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.</li>
<li>Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.</li>
<li>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.</li>
</ul>
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;&nbsp;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 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.
How to Apply:
Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position 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.
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