Information Technology Jobs in Cape Saint Claire

The Senior PDF Remediation Specialist is responsible for assessing, remediating, and validating electronic documents to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA, Section 508, PDF/UA, and ADA accessibility standards. The role supports organizational accessibility initiatives by improving document structure, usability, and compliance for users of assistive technologies.

Tasks & Duties:

• Perform accessibility assessments of PDFs and Microsoft Office documents (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Identify and remediate accessibility issues related to tagging, reading order, headings, tables, forms, alt text, bookmarks, OCR errors, and color contrast.
• Remediate complex PDF and source documents to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
• Validate accessibility using tools and assistive technologies such as Adobe Acrobat, CommonLook, and screen readers (e.g., JAWS).
• Produce compliance verification and audit-ready remediation reports.
• Provide recommendations on accessible document creation and workflow improvements.
• Support training sessions and provide ongoing accessibility guidance to stakeholders.
• Meet defined turnaround timelines for remediation requests and quality corrections.

Required Skills:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in PDF/document accessibility remediation.
• Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1 Level AA, Section 508, and PDF/UA standards.
• Hands-on experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office accessibility features, and assistive technologies.
• Experience remediating complex and scanned documents using OCR and tagging techniques.

Key Skills:

• Advanced PDF tagging and accessibility remediation.
• Accessibility compliance validation.
• Attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Accessibility reporting and documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills

General Dentist Opportunity in Crofton, Maryland

Crofton Dental Suite, is seeking a passionate and driven General Dentist to join our dynamic team. As a seasoned practitioner this is your chance to lead a practice with clinical autonomy while being supported by the resources and expertise of Heartland Dental, the nation’s largest Dental Support Organization.

• Dynamic Team: Collaborate with a high-performing 25 person team that thrives on delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a supportive and communicative work culture.

• Cutting-Edge Technology: Utilize state-of-the-art tools, including an iTero Scanner, WaveOne Gold, and VideaHealth AI, to provide advanced and efficient care for your patients.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Discretionary Personal Time Off (PTO): Maintain a healthy work-life balance with the freedom to take the time you need, ensuring you stay refreshed and energized.

• Competitive Earnings: Guaranteed base salary with uncapped earning potential to match your expertise and commitment. 

• Wealth-Building Opportunities: Participate in Heartland Dental stock offerings and grow alongside our success.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, ensuring your well-being and financial security.

• Clinical Skills Development: Immerse yourself in world-class continuing education programs designed to hone your clinical skills and elevate your career.

• Unmatched Mentorship: Connect 1:1 with experienced mentors and tap into the collective wisdom of an expansive network of dental professionals. Our commitment to your growth extends beyond the clinical realm, providing valuable networking opportunities to foster professional and personal relationships.

• Advanced Professional Accreditation: Enroll in the Doctor Mastery Program to earn your Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), expanding your service offerings and enhancing your professional standing.

Why Choose Heartland Dental?

As the leader of your supported office, you'll enjoy unparalleled support to deliver exceptional lifetime patient care.

Here is what sets us apart:

• Full Clinical Autonomy: Enjoy a work environment that fosters full clinical autonomy. We believe in empowering our supported Doctors to make decisions that best serve their patients and contribute to their professional growth. 

• World-Class Growth Opportunities: Expand your skills with industry-leading CE programs, personalized mentorship, and access to a network of over 2,800 supported Dentists.

• Top-Tier Technology & Support: Operate with the highest-quality technology, supplies, and administrative support to elevate your practice and focus on patient care.

• Collective Strength of Heartland Dental: Being part of the largest network of doctors means you have unparalleled access to resources, technology, and collaboration opportunities. Experience the strength and support that comes with being part of Heartland Dental. 

• Founded by a Doctor, for Doctors: Heartland Dental, founded by a doctor for doctors, holds a mission to support dentists and their teams. Be part of a network that prioritizes delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities we serve.

What We’re Looking For:

• DDS/DMD Degree: Possess a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, along with an active and unrestricted license in the state of Maryland. 

• Dedication to Excellence: A passion for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care with a commitment to fostering trust and comfort.

• Commitment to Continuous Learning: Exhibit a strong desire to continue learning and expanding clinical skills to meet the evolving needs of patients. We foster an environment that encourages professional growth and development. 

• Credentialing with Dental Insurance Plans: Ability and willingness to become credentialed with various dental insurance plans, ensuring seamless and comprehensive coverage for our patients. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Essential Duties Performance: Demonstrate the ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. We are committed to providing accommodations that enable individuals with disabilities to excel in their roles. 

• Versatility in Sitting and Standing: Expect prolonged periods of sitting and standing, adapting to the dynamic nature of dental practice. 

• Physical Stamina: Capable of lifting and carrying up to 45 pounds when necessary, ensuring your physical stamina aligns with the demands of the role. 

• Virtual and In-Person Training: Availability to attend periodic virtual training sessions (or in-person when required) throughout the year. We prioritize ongoing education to enhance your skills and keep you at the forefront of industry advancements. 

• Tuberculosis (TB) Testing: As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.  We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment. 

The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job-related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.

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As an Associate Manager, you are a key member of the leadership team. You are responsible for ensuring profitability by fostering genuine customer connections, brand loyalty, and community engagement. You'll provide immediate feedback and coaching to maximize team performance. While you will own a key area of the business, you will also be expected to step into other roles to maintain operational excellence.

• Collaborate with the Store Director to act as a shared business owner with a meaningful connection to every aspect of the brand while maximizing profitability.
• Own your designated division of responsibility (Visual Merchandising, Operations, HR, Service & Selling, etc.)
• Manage store operations, systems, and technology while ensuring accountability.
• Support Store Director with recruiting, training and development efforts.
• Partner with Store Director and management team to curate a collaborative working environment for all associates.
• Ensure the team is always on track to exceed goals and provide best-in-class customer service.
• Come up with innovative ways to engage the community and build loyalty through events.
• Can step into a variety of roles on the sales floor, if needed.

• Have 3+ years of full-time retail management experience with a similar scope.
• Passionately support our brand, customers, and teams.
• Stay up to date with current fashion trends and industry developments.
• Embrace teamwork, flexibility, and courtesy while executing tasks.
• Innovate and champion new ideas while navigating uncertainty, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
• Have scheduling flexibility, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry and move at least 40 pounds | 18 kilos.

• Competitive base pay and bonus programs
• Up to 60% discount on branded product from J. Crew, J. Crew Factory, and Madewell
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) plan, including paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company matching donations
• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance
• Entertainment, travel, fitness, and mobile technology discounts

Hourly Range: $26.25 - $32.85

At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company's size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.

One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.

Are attention to detail and excellent soldering abilities among your key strengths? Do you enjoy reading schematics and implementing ECOs? Can you see yourself playing an important role on a team dedicated to producing world-class quality electronic products? Annapolis Micro Systems is searching for dedicated and passionate Assemblers to join our production team and take pride in sending products to test with zero defects.

Founded in 1982 and located in beautiful Annapolis, Maryland, we have a long history of designing and building the highest-performing embedded computing products. We offer the variety, challenge, and stability you are looking for. We perform both government and commercial work, and members of our small, tight-knit team get to wear multiple hats.

Our production team is a close-knit group of professionals who are upbeat, talented, and extremely proud of their work and the cutting-edge products they produce. We use automated Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment to assemble our own high-quality printed circuit cards.

Join us today and become part of the future of computing technology!

This position will be on the 2nd shift, 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The initial training period will take place during the 1st shift, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Solder THT and SMT components per IPC A 610 Class III Standards
• Rework and touch up per IPC A 610 Class III Standards
• Assemble PCBs into complex modules
• Build cable and chassis assemblies
• Press-fit connectors using a benchtop manual press
• Implement ECOs
• Inspect incoming material: PCBs, panels, heatsinks, etc.
• Complete final assembly of products
• Build prototypes for Engineering using schematics
• Keep Manufacturing consumables stocked, communicate stock levels and requirements to Purchasing team

Requirements

• Minimum High School or equivalent
• Certified to J-STD-001 preferred
• Excellent Soldering Skills
• Manual Dexterity
• Able to lift 20 lbs
• U.S. Citizenship

Are attention to detail and excellent soldering abilities among your key strengths? Do you enjoy reading schematics and implementing ECOs? Can you see yourself playing an important role on a team dedicated to producing world-class quality electronic products? Annapolis Micro Systems is searching for dedicated and passionate Assemblers to join our production team and take pride in sending products to test with zero defects.

Founded in 1982 and located in beautiful Annapolis, Maryland, we have a long history of designing and building the highest-performing embedded computing products. We offer the variety, challenge, and stability you are looking for. We perform both government and commercial work, and members of our small, tight-knit team get to wear multiple hats.

Our production team is a close-knit group of professionals who are upbeat, talented, and extremely proud of their work and the cutting-edge products they produce. We use automated Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment to assemble our own high-quality printed circuit cards.

Join us today and become part of the future of computing technology!

This position will be on the 1st shift, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Solder THT and SMT components per IPC A 610 Class III Standards
• Rework and touch up per IPC A 610 Class III Standards
• Assemble PCBs into complex modules
• Build cable and chassis assemblies
• Press-fit connectors using a benchtop manual press
• Implement ECOs
• Inspect incoming material: PCBs, panels, heatsinks, etc.
• Complete final assembly of products
• Build prototypes for Engineering using schematics
• Keep Manufacturing consumables stocked, communicate stock levels and requirements to Purchasing team

Requirements

• Minimum High School or equivalent
• Certified to J-STD-001 preferred
• Excellent Soldering Skills
• Manual Dexterity
• Able to lift 20 lbs
• U.S. Citizenship

General Summary of Position
Coordinates daily functions of the practice's EP device program by serving as a primary resource for pacemaker and defibrillator programming and tracking. Provides direct patient care and database administration to assure high-quality care and service to patients with implanted EP devices.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Assists in the development and implementation of pre-and postoperative and discharge teaching for patients undergoing implantation of permanent pacemaker/ICD devices EP studies and radiofrequency ablations.
• Coordinates EP Device Clinic with EP Physicians' Schedules and notifies management of potential scheduling conflicts.
• Enrolls patients in the appropriate transtelephonic system by gathering and updating information from patient medical records and educating patients on the use of the system to ensure accurate and timely participation in the transtelephonic system.
• Maintains a regulatory/compliance environment by following organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance to state local and federal standards and regulations.
• Performs and reports clinical analysis of device interrogations received through the transtelephonic systems by following established protocols to provide optimal clinical treatment to patients.
• Performs and reports pacemaker and ICD device interrogation and analysis with reprogramming as needed by following established protocols to provide optimal clinical treatment to patients. Maintains expertise as new technology becomes available including the use of new programmers and the programming of new devices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides continuity of care for EP practice patients between appointments and after hospitalization by providing care to coordinate the effective transmission of patient-related information.
• Provides direct patient care by following practice policies and procedures to render appropriate clinical support to the electrophysiologist physicians in both the offices and the hospital environments.
• Provides patient education and follow-up reminders by meeting with patients in person and/or over the telephone to ensure that the transtelephonic system is being used appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Works in conjunction with device manufacturing representatives to alert physicians and patients of potential device alerts or recalls.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or Exercise Physiology program required and
• RN or MCEP required
• BSN preferred

Experience

• 3-4 years Experience post graduation required and
• 1-2 years Cardiology experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Maryland and/or DC Nursing licenses if applicable required and
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. and
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong EKG/arrhythmia interpretation skills.
• Skilled in performing device checks and reprogramming.
• Effective verbal and written communication database management and problem-solving skills are required.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

Huffard Animal Hospital in Pasadena, MD, is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join their growing team!

Snapshot of Our Practice:

• Our motto is Compassion. Care. Commitment - applicable to both our client/pet
  community and within our own team
• Prioritization of the balance between providing
  exemplary veterinary care to our community while safeguarding our own mental
  health and work-life balance
• Colleagues include experienced/established
  veterinarians alongside more recently graduated doctors, thereby providing
  access to both tried-and-true medicine and techniques as well as cutting-edge
  recommendations—truly the best of both worlds
• Collaborative approach among our doctors that
  extends from case load and problem-solving to last-minute schedule
  adjustments/trades, as needed

Our practice is a
well-established and dynamic small animal hospital located between the
Baltimore and Annapolis metropolitan areas. We are seeking a proficient
veterinarian interested in practicing quality medicine among a team of
friendly, professional, and fun-loving staff! At Huffard Animal Hospital, we
pride ourselves on being a diverse mixture of respected and reputable
doctors/staff as well as fresh team members enthusiastically at the start of
their careers. In addition to providing a high standard of care, it is
important to our team that prospective candidates show willingness to laugh at
the sillies, share comfort during the tough times, and help the team continue
to advance our skills, knowledge, and capabilities. 

About the Opportunity:

• Combination of general practice caseload
  (scheduled wellness visits, sick/injured appointments, and surgeries/dentals)
  as well as a limited quota of same-day-sick visits shared daily among the
  doctoral team
• “Flex Hour” daily on weekdays as a buffer that
  is free from scheduled appointments – this helps ensure lunch is eaten, the
  workload remains contained within reasonable working hours, and that nursing
  mothers can be confident they will have time to tend to their needs
• Access to several local emergency
  hospitals/specialty practices for case transfer, discussion, and guidance
• Full-time or part-time

Alternating A/B
type of schedule

A:

• 2 day shifts 8a-3p (one of these to be
  surgical/dental)
• 2 evening shifts 12p-6:30p

B:

• 2 day shifts 8a-3p (one of these to be surgical/dental)
• 1 evening shift 12p-6:30p
• Saturday 9a-3p

o   
Roughly one  Sunday every 6 weeks on-call for any pets already in the hospital- we
do not admit any cases into the hospital outside of normal business hours, so
being on-call only applies to previously admitted pets

o   
Schedules are predictable and posted 3 months in
advance to help with planning for vacation, personal appointments, or other
time off; holiday on-call assignments are provided at the end of the summer for
the next calendar year

Our 3,500 square foot facility includes:

• Eight exam rooms equipped individually with
  computer, vaccine refrigerators, and supplies
• Separate dedicated room for
  hospital/surgical/dental discharges
• Two full surgery suites with anesthesia
  monitoring equipment
• Dental suite with digital dental radiography and
  ultrasonic scaling/handpiece machine
• Pharmacy- Rx options include in-hospital, an
  online pharmacy, or as a written Rx for owners to submit elsewhere
• Isolation Ward
• ICU with separate, quieter area for feline or
  more nervous patients
• CO2 Cutting Laser
• Digital Radiography with cloud-based image
  storage
• Ultrasound machine with cloud-based image
  storage
• IDEXX in-house laboratory equipment
• Dedicated “room technicians” to facilitate
  gathering medical history/intake, assistance during the visit, and in-room
  invoicing/payment
• Paper-light practice utilizing conventional
  phone and electronic communication methods (text, email)
• Shared DVM office for effortless collaboration
  and case review
• Spacious, well-lit waiting room for clients
  with separate area for feline patients
• Open concept treatment area with adjacent
  pre-operative alcove
• Boarding area with access to dedicated playroom,
  kitchen, and bathing room

We offer:

• $120,000 - $140,000 base salary, varying with
  experience
• Full health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Life Insurance (to include short/long-term
  disability)
• Liability Insurance (100% Coverage)
• 401(k) with match
• Vacation & Sick Time
• CE days & Allowance
• Paid MD State Licenses (to include CDS) and
  professional dues/fees (to include AVMA, MDVMA, DEA, VIN, Plumb’s, and VETgirl)

A MISSION WORTHY OF A CAREER!

If you’re looking for “just a job,” then stop reading right now. But, if you’re looking for a long-term federal law enforcement career, one that makes a difference every day to our country and its citizens, then the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) would like you to take the first step to becoming an entry level Border Patrol Agent. 

USBP is hiring immediately to fill full-time,entry-level, career positions in federal law enforcement where your prior experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify. Train and work with an elite team of professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and sense of purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. 

Now is the time to make your move because, along with excellent base pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives (see details below).

Salary and Benefits

Annual base salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $51,632 - $92,219 per year. 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.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be eligible for up to $20,000 in incentives. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location such as Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer or Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ.

*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duty Locations

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

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. 

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. 

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:

• Big Bend Sector Stations - *Presidio, Van Horn, *Sanderson, Alpine, *Sierra Blanca, Marfa

• Buffalo Sector Stations - Wellesley Island

• Del Rio Sector Stations - Del Rio, Brackettville, *Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde

• El Paso Sector Stations - Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces, *Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta

• El Centro Sector Stations - El Centro, Indio, Calexico

• Grand Forks Sector Stations - Pembina

• Havre Sector Stations - Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass

• Houlton Sector Stations - Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren

• Laredo Sector Stations - Laredo South, Cotulla, *Hebbronville, Laredo West, *Freer, Laredo North, Zapata

• Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations - Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen

• San Diego Sector Stations - Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente

• Spokane Sector Stations - Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville

• Swanton Sector Stations - Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford

• Tucson Sector Stations - *Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox

• Yuma Sector Stations - Blythe, Yuma, Wellton

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: 

• Detecting and questioning people 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 to include 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, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

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: 

• Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.
• Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.
• 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 

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)

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level

NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

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.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW

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:

GL-5/GL-7 $49,739 - $89,518 per year

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.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.

*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

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:

• Detecting and questioning people 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 to include 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, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

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:

• Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.
• Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.
• 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

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: /s/usbp.

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