Jobs in Algonquin Mchenry County, IL
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Companies Overview: Peacock Colors Company (PCC) was founded in 1925 in Chicago, IL as a paint and ink company. For the last 50 years Peacock has manufactured colorants and additives for the plastic processing industry. Vortex Liquid Color Company (VLCC) was founded in 1996 in Sheboygan, WI and provides liquid color concentrates for many engineering and commodity polymers. We create color chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Poly Compounding specializes in toll compounding of heat and shear sensitive engineered plastics with technical know-how and decades of experience in developing customized compounding processes specific to the need of the application. All enterprise companies contribute to the success of our customers by providing them brilliant colors, long stable color life, specialty compounds and draw the attention of consumers. We are leaders in our field and work relentlessly to satisfy our customer needs.
Key Accounts Manager (KAM) Plastics Colors and Additives:
Summary:
Key Accounts Manager (KAM) Plastics Colors and Additives: is responsible for the growth of Peacock Color and Vortex Liquid Color product sales in the Americas. Focus on retaining and growing current customers, pipeline of new customer development and closure, forecasting, support customer orders, line scheduling and maintaining all customers within payment terms. Scout new potential customers in previously unknown industrial markets and/or new applications. Create, maintain, and close opportunity in the pipeline to drive above-market growth. Key successes factors include negotiating, project management, networking and ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships. Ability to communicate effectively with all employees as well all customers. Upholds and supports organizational goals and values. Ability to handle multiple activities and must be outgoing, self-driven, pleasant & very personable.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Account Development & Sales Management:
- Own the relationship and projects at core customers and find new opportunities for growth within the accounts. Improve PCC share via gaining competition share.
- Find new/new accounts and drive new business growth by gaining technical specification at customer in the Americas. Understand Customer CTQ’s and relate it back to technical team to develop product for commercial success.
- Balance short term and long-term business objective effectively: drive new business growth and building a strong target position for the future.
- Develop strong technical understanding of Color and liquid color products in traditional and new application area.
- Identify and assess the current customer base and prospects for selling additional PCC. This includes selling price, volume, and customer buying criteria, market/business dynamics and entry strategies.
- Relationships & customer satisfaction.
- Short-term & long-term forecasts.
- Manage complaints.
- Manage credit terms/account receivables.
- Proactively leverage relationships to obtain the Voice of Customers, understand & articulate value propositions, and monitor the competitive landscape.
Project Management:
- Utilize skills to map new business projects and application development (see below)
- Manage projects and developments through the development process and drive completion of milestones per established timelines.
- Strong problem-solving skills
Application Development:
- Utilize specific technical expertise to translate innovations and differentiated products to commercial success.
- Interact with Color development lab and manufacturing organizations to facilitate success by communicating unmet needs in new applications.
- Internal and external influencing skills
- Communicate product quality needs to Manufacturing and technical personnel.
Teamwork is critical due to the diversity of talents involved. Focus of the team on key deliverables and the value of the market dynamic are very important. Development of the capabilities of each direct report is important to the succession options for the company.
Core Competencies (A must have):
- Communication skills: Effectively respond to customer needs, demonstrate listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills.
- Commercial/Negotiating Skills: Build consensus and agreement at customer organization and secure commitments.
- Business Decision Making: Financial acumen, cost and benefits, lean for past experience, problem solving and develop solutions.
- Strategic Thinking: Develop and execute business strategy, understand competitors-strength and weakness, understand and address the needs of multiple customers.
- Results Oriented: Proven commercial track record with sustained business results and topline growth, accountability for target follow up and closure. Ability to break complex problems into manageable task and direct necessary resources to meet and beat deadline.
- Passion for Excellence: Integrity and resilience a must. High level of collaboration, willing to accept constructive criticism/feedback, lead with example, exhibit and expect hard work, deep passion and breed success.
QUALIFYING & REQUIREMENTS:
- BS degree in business, science or engineering or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in sales and marketing in differentiated markets.
- Ability to interact with R&D and manufacturing to facilitate developments, complaint investigations etc.
- Business development, application development, project management, and pull-through marketing experience with proven track record.
- Background in the plastics industry, but not required.
- Proven ability to influence internal and external decision makers.
- Results oriented.
- Strong communication and sales skill.
- Strong team player.
- Comfortable and efficient with working independently.
Job Summary:
Hands-on technician to assist with production troubleshooting and support projects to improve manufacturing methods. Assist manufacturing engineers to address equipment and tooling needs to reduce costs and improve product quality on fans, wheels, blower packages, and corresponding component parts.
Responsibilities:
- Under technical direction, troubleshoot and analyze manufacturing problems and implement corrective actions for high quality, efficient manufacturing solutions.
- Support workflow analysis, work methods, plant and department layouts for improved product flow in production.
- Help identify required tools, jigs and fixtures, or other new or special equipment required for new production or improvements to existing production lines.
- Assist in the development of justifications for the purchase of manufacturing equipment.
- Assist with the installation and debugging of production equipment.
- Update and maintain visual and written work guidelines.
- Update and maintain manufacturing routings.
- Assist in the development of manufacturing infrastructure to integrate or deploy new manufacturing processes.
- Perform time studies and monitor or measure manufacturing processes to identify ways to reduce losses, decrease time requirements, or improve quality.
- Perform other manufacturing tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering Technology. Must have a good mechanical aptitude of general machinery.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to develop data-driven solutions in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in Solidworks or similar 3D modeling package.
- Experience with manufacturing data analysis.
- Experience in Excel is preferred.
Join Our Team and Lead the Second Shift to Success!
Schedule: (full-time) 4:30PM – 3:00AM (Monday- Thursday) 2:30PM –11:00PM (Friday)
Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000
Company Overview: We are a leading manufacturing company committed to integrity, respect, and operational excellence. Our team values a positive work environment, continuous improvement, and a dedication to safety and quality.
Position Summary: The Second Shift Supervisor oversees all manufacturing operations during the second shift and serves as the primary management representative present. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal productivity, safety, and quality standards, fostering a collaborative team environment, and making critical decisions as needed.
Responsibilities:
· Direct, supervise, and coordinate all second shift employees and production personnel.
· Maintain a safe workplace, enforce safety procedures, and respond to incidents or emergencies.
· Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
· Resolve production challenges and support equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
· Train, coach, and evaluate team members to drive high performance and engagement.
· Analyze production data, ensure accurate documentation, and lead shift handovers.
· Collaborate with other departments to resolve issues and drive process improvements.
· Enforce company policies and act as the primary contact for urgent matters during the shift.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises employees in the assigned department and carries out supervisory duties including interviewing, hiring, training, performance appraisals, and resolving problems in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
Qualifications:
· High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required; at least three years of supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred.
· Proven ability to independently lead, motivate, and inspire teams to achieve operational goals.
· Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
· Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
· Willingness and ability to consistently work the second shift schedule.
· In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations, safety protocols, and quality assurance standards.
· Basic proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
Why Join Us?
· Competitive pay and benefits package
· Supportive and growth-oriented work environment
· Opportunities for advancement and professional development
Ready to lead and make an impact? Submit your application today!
Purchasing Analyst
The Purchasing Analyst manages end-to-end procurement for products, components, and supplies, supporting cost savings, supplier performance, and supply chain efficiency. This role oversees purchasing activities including issuing purchase orders, negotiating pricing and contracts, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage supplier relationships, contracts, pricing, and purchase orders
- Analyze spend data and market trends to identify savings and risks
- Conduct supplier evaluations and support negotiations
- Monitor inventory levels, delivery performance, and procurement KPIs
- Maintain supplier records, reports, and compliance
- Support continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field
- 3+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
- Advanced Excel skills; ERP or procurement system experience preferred
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
- Relevant certifications (CPSM, CSCP, CPP, APICS) a plus
Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000
Benefits:
- Bonus Offered
- Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance
- 401(k) offering
- Paid time off and holidays (80 hours PTO)
- Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.
LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.
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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.
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; Retention Incentive
* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.
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.
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*Hebbronville, Laredo West,
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*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.
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; 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; 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.
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.
Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.
A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., 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.
Citizen to apply for this position.
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residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
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.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 : 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.
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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.) 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.Border Patrol page: /s/usbp .
As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.
Our Client a technology company that specializes in providing mission-critical communication systems and analytics for public safety, is looking for someone to join their team as a Manufacturing Technician!
**This is an onsite 6-month contract with long term potential, that takes place in Elgin, IL **
Required Skills &Experience
- Mechanical & Electrical Repair: Strong hands-on skills in pneumatics, hydraulics, soldering, and fixture maintenance.
- Preventative Maintenance: Experience maintaining warehouse and production equipment (e.g., printers, forklifts, scanners).
- Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and fix mechanical/electrical issues independently.
- Basic Computer Skills: Turning on and navigating a computer, using USB tools, and accessing digital manuals.
- Email & Communication Tools: Outlook, Teams, or similar for internal communication and reporting.
- Spreadsheet Software: Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for logging maintenance tasks or calibration data.
What You Will Be Doing
- Ensure Operational Continuity Through Preventative Maintenance. Impact: Minimize equipment downtime and maintain smooth warehouse and production operations.
- Troubleshoot and Repair Complex Mechanical and Electrical Systems. Impact: Improve equipment reliability and reduce repair turnaround time.
- Build and Optimize Production Infrastructure. Impact: Enhance production efficiency and safety through custom-built and well-maintained fixtures
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Construction Estimator
Serve Others • Do the Right Thing • Find a Way
Gallant is a professional services organization focused on commercial construction project management and facility repair and maintenance. That is what we do — but it is not why we exist.
We exist to help people achieve their vision. Others’ success is our success. At Gallant, our values — Serve Others, Do the Right Thing, and Find a Way — guide how we work, how we build relationships, and how we deliver projects. If that resonates with you, you may be a great fit.
The Role
Gallant is seeking a Construction Estimator to join our growing Preconstruction Services team in Crystal Lake, IL. This role is critical to project success and client trust, working closely with Business Development, Operations, subcontractors, and clients.
At Gallant, estimating is more than pricing — it’s about strategy, clarity, and helping clients make informed decisions.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and GMPs across all design phases
- Lead estimating efforts for projects ranging from $1M–$10M+, including ground-up construction, renovations, tenant improvements, and site work
- Develop a clear estimating strategy for each project, identifying scope, risks, assumptions, and opportunities
- Solicit, level, and evaluate subcontractor pricing and support buyout
- Clearly communicate costs and options to clients and internal teams
- Provide thorough documentation and support a strong handoff to Operations
- Proactively identify challenges and help the team find a way forward
- Support and mentor team members as the Preconstruction group grows
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
- Prior field experience strongly preferred
- Experience across multiple sectors, including retail, restaurant, financial, grocery, entertainment, and industrial
- Strong understanding of construction means and methods
- Proven subcontractor relationships and market knowledge
- Proficiency with estimating software and technology tools
- Strong communication skills, high personal standards, and a collaborative mindset
- Leadership mentality with a sense of ownership and accountability
Why Gallant
At Gallant, we build trust — with our clients and with each other. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values growth, accountability, and meaningful work.
If you’re looking for a place where your experience matters and your work helps others succeed, we’d love to connect.
We’re hiring a Kitchen & Bath Designer (Entry Level)
This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented designer looking to grow their career in residential remodeling while working behind the scenes with an experienced design team.
As a Kitchen & Bath Designer, you’ll support the design and production of kitchens, baths, and other residential remodeling projects. You’ll collaborate closely with senior designers to create drawings, specify products, and help bring high-end projects to life — without the pressure of sales.
What you’ll do:
• Support experienced designers throughout the design process
• Create drawings and layouts using CAD-based design software
• Assist with cabinetry design and product specifications
• Help prepare project documentation and presentations
• Work collaboratively with design and project management teams
What we’re looking for:
• 1–5 years of kitchen & bath or related residential design experience
• Design schooling and/or a related degree preferred
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and CAD software (20/20, Chief Architect, AutoCAD, etc.)
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
• Positive attitude and passion for residential design
Compensation & benefits:
• Competitive compensation
• Health insurance (supplemented)
• PTO and vacation
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Bonus incentive plan
Build a career, not just a job. Join an established Design & Build company where you’ll learn, grow, and be part of a successful, collaborative team. Submit your resume for consideration or email us directly at
Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute, a 176-bed facility. It is our mission as a family-based organization to revolutionize the long-term care industry through a culture of patient centered healthcare services, personalized spirituality, and real quality of life initiatives. The vision, to radically change the landscape of healthcare, forever. Through education and empowerment, we earn the trust of every patient, family member, and the community we serve.
About Signature :Signature HealthCARE is a family-based healthcare company offering integrated services across multiple states. Our continuum of care includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted and memory care, and home-based services supported by innovative technologies like telehealth and -enabled solutions.
We are committed to advancing person-directed care and quality outcomes. Many of our facilities continue to receive high performance ratings and accreditations. As an award-winning organization recognized over the years by national outlets such as U.S. News & World Report, we take pride in fostering compassionate care environments and being an employer of choice in the healthcare industry.
Are you a caring LPN looking to make strong connections and an impact on patients?
If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self JOIN US! You can find opportunities to grow your career through meaningful work, leading with a servant heart, professional development, and a great team to support you!
How you Will make a Difference:
- Deliver exceptional nursing services to our patients and residents maintaining the highest degree of quality and compassionate care.
- Supervision of day-to-day activities performed by assigned nursing assistants
- Operate in accordance with Federal, State, and Local Standards, guidelines and regulations and as required by Director of Nursing.
- Confirm that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by the facility.
- Possess an Active LPN license in the state of residence
- Current/active CPR Certification
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with a high level of quality and productivity.
- Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Medical, Dental and Vision – Voluntary Life/Disability
- 401(K) and Roth 401(K)
- Shift Differentials and Weekend Enhanced Hourly Rates
- Tuition Forgiveness/Education Reimbursement
- Uniform Allowance (Seventy-Five Dollars) for first-time newly hired stakeholders and continuous allotment
- Pay Advance and Next Day Pay!
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Reward & Recognition Program (HEART)
- VitalLinks
- Signature Inspire Foundation – providing a safety net for our stakeholders
At Signature HealthCARE, our team members are permitted – no, encouraged – to employ their talents and abilities to solve problems.
Our culture is built on three distinct pillars: Learning, Spirituality and Intra-preneurship.
Each pillar has its own staff and initiatives, ensuring that our unique culture permeates the entire organization.
Come see what the revolution is all about!
Signature HealthCARE is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran and other protected categories
Pay Range: Up to USD $34.70/Hr. Hashtag : #LI-SL1 Indeed Hashtag: #INDINBorder 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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