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PilotCBP Air Interdiction Agent

NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested 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 to protect America.

If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY!

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Duty Locations

Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following:

Southeast Region:Homestead, FL and CAMB:Aguadilla, PR

Southwest Region: Tucson and Yuma, AZ; San Diego, CA; El Paso, Laredo, and McAllen, TX

NASOC UAS locations:Sierra Vista, AZ; San Angelo, TX

Duties and Responsibilities

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include:

• Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels.
• Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities.
• Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence.
• Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.

Salary and Benefits

Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $85,270 to - $110,846 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below).

Recruitment Incentive:New hires may be eligible to receive a one-time Recruitment Incentive payout of $10,000 after completing Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) (1 year service agreement will need to be completed) (Recruitment Incentive is only available to new Federal employees as described in 5 CFR 575.102. Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.)

Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive.

This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval).

Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP).

• GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588
• GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754
• GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,918

Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX).

• GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115
• GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974
• GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071

Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR).

• GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906
• GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305
• GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302

Retention Incentive: Retention Incentive is contingent on eligibility. Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.

• RI: Retention Incentive (25% for UAS Sites, Sierra Vista, AZ, Grand Forks, ND, San Angelo, TX)

• RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Key West, FL)

RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB) and subordinate locations)

Air Interdiction 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 and ROTH 401(k) offering.

Qualifications

Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as:

• Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed.
• Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations.
• Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets.
• Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information.
• Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot.

Hiring Minimums:

Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings:

• Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.
• Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument.
• Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.
• Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot).

Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours.

250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025.

FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position.

Apply at 750 hours total time: Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 4, 2026)

UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the ""Total flight time"" 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification.

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 Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the ""day before an individual's 37th birthday"" is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement.

NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position.

Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312. You must submit proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) at the time of application.

Training:This position has a training requirement. You may be required to successfully complete the training requirement as a condition of employment. Failure to successfully complete the required course(s) of training in accordance with CBP standards and policies will result in placement into either a former or different position, demotion, or separation as determined by management and appropriate procedures.

Travel Required: You may be expected to travel for this position based on operational needs.

How to Apply

There Are Three Ways to Apply to Become an Air Interdiction Agent:

• Fill out theAir Interdiction Agent applicant checklistand email it to a recruiter at along with a copy of your resume; OR

• Apply onUSAJOBS;OR

• Apply onAirline Apps.

Stay Updated Opt into CBPs talent repository (highly recommended) by selecting the Contact a Recruiter button. For Position of Interest select Air and Marine Operations, Air Interdiction Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions. Youll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with AMO and CBP.

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*4-H Youth Development Community Education Specialist
- Ukiah, CA, Job ID 84540 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
* *Job Description
* The Community Education Specialist 2 (CES 2) position will be located in the University of California Cooperative Extension Office and will act as a valuable team member of the 4-H Youth Development Program (4-H YDP).

4-H YDP is the largest youth-serving organization in the U.S.

Our focus is to provide positive youth development to youth in our community through research-based best practices, community collaborations, and community engagement.

The CES 2 helps to coordinate and monitor the daily activities of the 4-H Youth Development Program (4-H YDP) in Mendocino County.

The CES is responsible for program expansion, outreach, and recruitment in consultation with the 4-H Regional Program Coordinator and Advisor; ensures compliance with 4-H policies and procedures; facilitates conflict management and assists with conflict resolution in accordance with UC ANR policy and practices and in alignment with 4-H policy and procedures; promotes positive youth development best practices; provides leadership and training for 4-H volunteers and community partners; processes all appropriate paperwork in compliance with UC ANR procedures, is familiar with curricula and research-based practices to prepare, implement, and train others in the delivery of educational activities in a variety of content areas such as but not limited to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math), College & Career/Workforce Readiness, Healthy Living, Civic Engagement & Leadership through a Positive Youth Development (PYD) lens; provides effective written and verbal communication to 4-H staff, volunteers, youth, and community partners; leads and supports program coordination to carry out different 4-H educational programs, events, and activities.

The CES reports to the 4-H Regional Program Coordinator This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.
*Pay Scale:
*$21.26/hour to $28.26/hour
*Job Posting Close Date:
* This job is open until filled.

The first application review date will be 03/09/2026.
*Key Responsibilities:
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* Program Liaison and Coordination: Oversee the local 4-H Youth Development Program (YDP) to ensure activities, events, and outreach are implemented safely, consistently, and in alignment with positive youth development principles.

Ensure that programs are welcoming, accessible, and responsive to the needs of youth and families across all communities.

Monitor program compliance in line with University and 4-H YD policies and procedures.

Work with groups of volunteers, youth, and community partners and serve as their direct liaison.

Provide training and support to community club leaders, project leaders, other volunteers, youth, and community partners using approved materials and curriculum, including (but not limited to) specific curriculum, positive youth development (Thrive), online enrollment systems, and policy.

Provide feedback to Regional Program Coordinator and Advisor on needs for advanced training.

Support interested groups in starting new 4-H programs, including chartering new clubs, reviewing and approving documents, and submitting all paperwork to the appropriate individuals.

Maintain up-to-date understanding of 4-H YD policies and relevant UC ANR policies and ensure timely communication of new or existing 4-H policies, procedures, and enrollment processes to new and returning 4-H youth, volunteers, parents, and community partners.

Collaborate with 4-H Volunteer Management Organizations and committees.

Attend meetings as needed.

Aim to ensure a cohesive, diverse volunteer management system.

Effectively resolve conflict.

Provide oversight, review complaints, and follow 4-H Conflict Resolution Policy.

Effectively and timely resolve conflict.

Keep your RPC (Regional Program Coordinator) informed of all conflicts and complaints.

Notify Regional Program Coordinator (RPC) if the complaint escalates and needs higher review.

Ensure all needed UC ANR individuals are notified as needed.

All 4-H professionals serve as mandated reporters under California Law.

Disseminate 4-H information via the 4-H website, collaborative tools, emails, social media, newsletters, blogs, etc.

Be a champion for use of multiple delivery models so that all youth may engage in the 4-H program.

Serve as a liaison and communication link to community organizations, including but not limited to local schools, youth-based community organizations, race/ethnic-based community organizations, education-aligned organizations, and local fairs.

Represent the 4-H YDP in the county.

Provide information about the 4-H YDP to the public.

Build knowledge and skills in the areas of intercultural development, youth development, youth leadership, development of life skills, and volunteerism.

Develop knowledge and expertise in a variety of content areas such as but not limited to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math), College & Career/Workforce Readiness, Healthy Living, Civic Engagement & Leadership through a Positive Youth Development (PYD) lens.

Attend and participate in relevant professional development opportunities, virtual webinars, state/regional meetings and trainings, California 4-H State Association meetings and trainings, and monthly state 4-H meetings, including in-person conferences as funding allows.
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* Enrollment and Records: Monitor, ensure accuracy, and approve youth and volunteer enrollments in compliance with 4-H state policy.

Recruit, train, and support volunteer enrollment coordinators to assist in the enrollment process.

Screen new volunteer applications, and ensure volunteers follow and complete all volunteer enrollment steps, including DOJ/FBI fingerprinting and required annual trainings.

Serve as the key contact person, providing guidance, support, and processing official documents in line with the University and 4-H YD policies and procedures.

Ensure 4-H Record Retention Guidelines are followed.
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* Program Expansion, Outreach, and Recruitment: Promote and expand 4-H programs in schools and communities.

In consultation with the Regional Program Coordinator and Advisor, assist with developing an effective outreach program to increase 4-H program participation.

Assist with developing strategic and outreach plans to expand the 4-H program to diverse communities.

Assist in assessing what communities are unserved/underserved and develop community outreach and education plans to extend programs.

Conducts community outreach and education to minority and underserved populations and delivers educational programs in Spanish and English in culturally relevant and responsive ways.

Assist 4-H community clubs with outreach efforts to ensure compliance with affirmative action requirements and to expand and diversify youth and adult volunteer club membership.

In consultation with the Regional Program Coordinator (RPC) and Advisor, assist with developing programs or content to reach new audiences and/or establish programs in underserved areas.
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* Facility Use Agreements and Policy Compliance Review: Provide technical support and advice for 4-H event and program coordination.

Monitor compliance of 4-H policy, including facility use agreement and risk management.

Process facility use agreement and rental requests and ensure that established deadlines are followed.

Respond to policy inquiries from 4-H members, families and/or adult volunteers.

Seek technical support from Regional Program Coordinator (RPC) and appropriate personnel at the statewide level.

Ensure 4-H members, families, volunteers, 4-H programs/units, and volunteer management organizations comply with University and 4-H policies and procedures.

Provides education and support for volunteers, including but not limited to conflict management solutions, conflict resolution, and issuing disciplinary actions.
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* Fiscal Review and Compliance: Ensure review and approval of 4-H unit budgets and fundraising approval forms are done by appropriate personnel.

Review 4-H unit/VMO monthly bank statements for compliance with 4-H policies.

Follow up and take corrective action for non-compliance.

Email the 4-H unit leader and/or treasurer with the respective redacted bank statement(s).

Assist 4-H units and ensure end-of-the-year financial reporting requirements are met by the due date.
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* Communications: Maintain 4-H county social media, create flyers for recruiting youth membership, volunteers, and community partners and educational materials using Canva, Microsoft products, or other design software.

Assist in creating educational presentations, and manage data using 4-H enrollment software and Excel.

Manage and update 4-H websites.
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* Reports: Assist in preparing an annual plan of action, county reports, grant and funding reports, progress reports and end-of-the year accomplishments report as requested by the Regional Program Coordinator or Advisor.

Assist Regional Program Coordinator (RPC) in preparing affirmative action reports and other UC/4-H reports.
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*All other duties as requested.

Duties described in the position description and their percentages vary by county and location.

Supervisor will provide percentages specific to your county.
*Requirements:
* * A minimum associate degree in a related field and/or equivalent experience/training in personnel management, youth development, program management, volunteer management, training professionals, and conducting workshops.
* Associate degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
* Experience working with diverse communities in a respectful and responsive way that reflects a commitment to serving everyone
* Demonstrated success in teaching and working with a diverse youth, family, and/or volunteer audience and knowledge in delivering community educational programs.
* Familiarity with community-based agencies and experience collaborating with multiple community organizations.
* Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate departmental and organizational policies and procedures and ensure compliance.
* Working knowledge of conducting needs assessment.
* Good analytical skills to understand how program needs can be addressed through the development and delivery of training programs.
* Good reading, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
* Good presentation skills.
* Proficient in use of Windows-based computers with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
*Preferred Skills:
* * Bilingual English/Spanish
* Demonstrated ability to recognize similarities and differences across cultures and to bridge differences.
* Proficient in the use of social media to communicate 4-H information and reach new audiences.
* Experience in marketing, promoting or creating public awareness of programs and opportunities.
* Proficient in the use of any graphic design software such as Adobe Design, Photoshop or Microsoft Publisher, Canva.
* Proficient web-based computer applications such, Constant Contact, integrated management systems, and cloud storage systems.
*Special Conditions of Employment:
* * Must comply with regulatory agency reporting requirements (California's Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act).
* Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle.

Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required.

Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies.
* The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities.

UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities.
* As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.
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* Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties.

Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment.

Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know.

Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded.

Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy.

This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks.

The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.
* Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
* *As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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