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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.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Border Patrol Agent (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.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Graphic Designer to create and manage design deliverables for our products—from concept through final file delivery—across a wide range of print projects. These design efforts will focus heavily on product packaging, merchandising displays, and general marketing strategies for our product lines.

The Graphic Designer will play a key role in shaping brand strategy by contributing ideas and conducting research that incorporates consumer insights, look & feel, competitor differentiation, and marketing objectives. This role requires critical thinking, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with multiple external departments to gather information, align priorities, and ensure project success.

Our packaging projects demand expertise in realistic photo manipulation, typography, layout, and occasional illustration. The ideal candidate is a master of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, with a portfolio that showcases an exceptional eye for composition, lighting, shadows, texture, and a strong ability to highlight products in ways that drive customer engagement. Producing these deliverables on time requires a specialized skill set, along with excellent time management to juggle multiple deadlines.

We are looking for a self-motivated team player who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys brainstorming, and is involved from the early stages of a project through to production. This individual consistently pushes beyond “good enough” and is committed to delivering the highest standards of design excellence.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead individual design projects from concept to completion, producing packaging, merchandising displays, POP materials, renderings, mock-ups, and occasional product design.
• Conceptualize and execute original packaging designs that are visually impactful, strategically aligned, and on-brand.
• Develop sub-brands and product lines, including tone, aesthetic, positioning, and execution of brand and packaging identity.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product Development, and other cross-functional teams to meet strategic and creative objectives.
• Present packaging concepts and pitch decks to internal teams and stakeholders across departments.
• Contribute to broader marketing efforts, including product positioning, strategy development, and ideation for new product offerings.
• Produce drafts, prototypes, and high-quality design solutions.
• Accept direction and constructive feedback gracefully, refining concepts and producing polished final deliverables.
• Participate in peer reviews, offering thoughtful and actionable feedback.
• Assist with art direction for photoshoots (photography skills are a plus).
• Collaborate with copywriters to ensure design and messaging align with brand tone and strategy.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining high attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Coordinate printing deliverables and specifications with third-party vendors.
• Demonstrate expert-level skills in Photoshop, including lighting, shading, texture, depth of field, and composition to enhance product appeal.
• Work fluently in Illustrator and adhere to brand style guides and workflow protocols.

Desired Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of design experience with a strong background in graphic and packaging design.
• A portfolio that demonstrates mastery in packaging, with a strong sense of composition, lighting, shadows, texture, and consumer-focused design.
• Strong analytical, communication, research, and writing abilities.
• Advanced skills in typography, layout, photo manipulation, and illustration, with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of print production processes and preparing files for press.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of creative direction, and proactively seek necessary information from stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration skills with an ability to give and receive peer feedback constructively.
• Proven ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and self-motivated.
• Proficient in the latest Adobe Creative Cloud applications, specifically Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Awareness of current AI tools and their appropriate application in the design process.
• Experience using task and project management tools/systems.

Workplace Arrangement

In-person collaboration is a key aspect of Blue Marble's work culture. This role has been designated as four days a week expected at corporate headquarters in Ashland, Oregon, with one day a week remote. This arrangement balances in-person collaboration with remote work flexibility.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the organization's needs.

Blue Marble is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

At Blue Marble, our mission is to create purposeful products that inspire a love of learning in children and empower parents to raise thoughtful, confident kids. If you envision working for an award-winning company with a mission you can believe in, a playful and energetic culture, a talented team of coworkers, and a bright future, look to Blue Marble!

We seek an experienced Senior Product Developer to join our amazing Blue Marble Product Development team in beautiful Ashland, Oregon. The Product Developer is primarily responsible for leading product development from concept through production, working with internal and overseas teams and licensors to deliver consumer-ready products.

This is a "hands-on" role where you work cross-functionally with our Creative, Industrial Design, Marketing, Sales, and Compliance teams. You'll also work with our overseas team and our Executive Management to ensure that every product represents our company's values and inspires our customers. The Product Developer captures the product vision, gathers legal and IP feedback, and ensures approval of concepts before moving forward with the product. They manage the product through the product development life cycle to generate all marketing materials and packaging for the product, product samples for testing and photography, product cost engineering and details for operations set-up and ultimately lead delivering the product to market.

Primary Responsibilities

• Must be able to lead toy products through the entire lifecycle from early concept to launch by working closely with the creative teams and other business stakeholders to execute product opportunities & develop product tech packs.
• Maintains Product Specifications, Bill of Materials and Tech Packs on all Products to ensure products are engineered to cost standards.
• Must be able to manage, track, & communicate progress across departments.
• Provide leadership and direction to overseas manufacturers to achieve product goals.
• Responsible for consistently executing high-quality products that meet testing guidelines, licensor standards, and company brand values.
• Must be able to manage development timelines for multiple products per our calendar.
• Negotiates cost to hit margin expectations. Confirms the final cost with overseas partners.
• Communicate throughout the organization as necessary by participating in meetings, presentations, one-on-one dialogue, etc.
• Perform product research and communicate to stakeholders in a clear and organized manner.
• Anticipate, identify & proactively resolve development issues.

Please Note: This is not a product design position.

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience within a consumer products toy field in product development; sports/entertainment licensor or licensee (Toy Manufacturer).
• Extensive knowledge of toy categories, including manufacturing techniques, materials, and technologies
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with superior attention to detail while managing the big picture with diverse groups.
• Team player who is also an independent thinker, self-motivated, self-starter, analytical thinker, and a creator.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, time management, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work in a global environment.
• Strong data management and project management skills required. The ability to find solutions and remove obstacles is required to understand the impact of decisions.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts, projected performance, and risks to team and senior management.
• Proven ability to negotiate and exert influence without authority.
• Creative flair both in generating ideas and execution.
• Good command of Microsoft Office Suite applications; Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with PDM, PLM systems and Project Management (Stage Gate process) preferred.
• Occasional travel overseas, less than 10%.

What Does Success Look Like in This Role?

A successful Product Developer is a skilled communicator, organized leader, and creative problem-solver with a positive attitude and the ability to thrive in an ever-changing and fast-paced work environment. They possess STRONG project management and organizational skills.

Their experience allows them to avoid common manufacturing and compliance pitfalls, and they know how to keep their projects on track.

Workplace Arrangement

In-person collaboration is a key aspect of Blue Marble's work culture. This role is designated as a hybrid role, with four days a week expected at corporate headquarters in Ashland, Oregon. This arrangement allows for a balance between in-person collaboration and remote work flexibility.

Blue Marble is proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance with multiple plans to choose from
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible work schedule
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the organization's needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Blue Marble is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

¿Por qué entregar con DoorDash?

DoorDash es el líder número uno de la categoría en entregas de comida, retiro de comida y entregas de tiendas de conveniencia en EE. UU., con la confianza de millones de clientes todos los días. Como Dasher, tendrás múltiples oportunidades de ganancias y podrás trabajar cuando te convenga. Ya sea que busques un trabajo adicional o a tiempo completo, entregar con DoorDash te brinda la oportunidad de ganar dinero extra bajo tus propios términos.

• Varias formas de ganar:ya sea que entregues comidas, comestibles u órdenes minoristas, DoorDash ofrece diversas oportunidades de ganancias para que maximices tu tiempo.
• Flexibilidad total:haz dashes cuando te convenga. Establece tus propios horarios y trabaja tanto o tan poco como quieras.
• Sabes cuánto ganarás:un modelo de pago claro y conciso te permite conocer el monto mínimo que ganarás antes de aceptar cualquier oferta.
• Flujo de dinero instantáneo:recibe el pago el mismo día que haces un dash con DoorDash Crimson*, sin tarifas de depósito ni esperas.
• Comienzo rápido y sencillo:regístrate en minutos y sal a hacer dashes rápidamente.**
• Proceso simple:solo recoge, entrega y cobra. Ten tu día de pago siempre en el bolsillo.

Requisitos básicos

• Mayor de 18 años*** (mayor de 21 para las entregas de alcohol)
• Cualquier auto, ciclomotor o bicicleta (en algunas ciudades)
• Número de licencia de conducir
• Número del seguro social (solo en EE. UU.)
• Acceso consistente a un teléfono inteligente

Cómo registrarse

• Haz clic en “Registrarse y postularse ahora” y completa el proceso de registro.
• Descarga la aplicación Dasher de DoorDash y comienza a hacer dashes.

*Sujeto a los requisitos de elegibilidad y a una verificación de identidad exitosa. La cuenta de depósito DoorDash Crimson es establecida por Starion Bank, miembro de la FDIC. La tarjeta de débito Visa® DoorDash Crimson es emitida por Starion Bank.

**Sujeto a elegibilidad.

***Debes ser mayor de 19 años en Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, Nueva Jersey, Nuevo Mexico, Texas, Utah y Virginia del Oeste.

Información adicional

Hacer dashes con DoorDash es una gran oportunidad de obtener ganancias para cualquier persona que busque un trabajo de entregas a medio tiempo, estacional, flexible, los fines de semana, después de la escuela, temporario o estable. Entrega con DoorDash y gana dinero extra mientras te conviertes en tu propio jefe. Haz dashes cuando más te convenga. Regístrate hoy.

Life Insurance Signature / Authority Limits

$5M Signature / $7.5M Authority

• PLEASE NOTE: ONLY APPLICANTS WITH INDIVIDUAL LIFE UNDERWRITING EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

  PLEASE NOTE: ONLY APPLICANTS WITH INDIVIDUAL LIFE UNDERWRITING EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Job Summary

Builds relationships with Financial Advisors and internal partners. Develops the skills necessary to successfully underwrite Life, Disability, and/or Long-term Care insurance policies in an inclusive and fast-paced environment ensuring all quality, service and production goals are met.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Field & Client Experience.
• ​Responsible for credible and effective relations and communication with field and customer to include responding to case appeals/inquiries and assists with placing business.
• Provides guidance and assistance to the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network and Financial Representatives regarding case underwriting and risk appraisal.
• Responsible for prescreen inquiries.

Underwriting

• Responsible for the analysis and appraisal of a broad range of insurance applications; approves, classifies, or declines applications for various ages and policy amounts with occasional guidance, as needed.​
• Uses advanced UW knowledge and expertise to provide the appropriate level of underwriting skill and mentoring to UWs​.
• Uses advanced skills to review applications and adheres to underwriting standards.​
• Solves complex problems and escalations.
• Advanced level of experience with NM product types and changes
• Models change agility while maintaining mortality and morbidity expectations.
• Demonstrates continuous learning through the early adoption of new ways of underwriting.
• Proficient with Reinsurance programs and able to determine where to best place a case.
• Underwrites applications, maintaining industry-leading mortality and morbidity giving the best possible offer that can be made.
• Provides active case and requirement management and provides customized service with guidance.
• Demonstrates advanced ability to communicate & negotiate with Field Partners to explain modified or declined decisions & assist in policy placement.
• Provides advanced financial, medical, and lay underwriting assessments and offers innovative solutions to keep Northwestern Mutual as the choice of our customers.
• Actively utilizes the most effective means to obtain the necessary information, including Internet searches, direct contact with the insured, and communication with third party advisors (Accountants, Attorneys, etc.)
• Collaborates with medical directors and technical staff.
• Responsible for adherence to procedures and regulatory processes​.
• Understands and meets all quality, service, and production goals​.
• Partners with Underwriting Support for case management.
• Cross-Functional leadership.
• Subject matter expert in product process w/collaboration w/functional partners and participates in projects and department initiatives.
• Collaborates and designs P3 curriculum with L&D/Tech Team​.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree preferred or demonstrated consistent success in prior Underwriting role as evidence by satisfactory case management and quality review.
• Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience.
• Analytical skills with an established record to make independent decisions on complex cases and apply sound judgment in the application of rules.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to handle confidential information, exercise tact, diplomacy, and resourcefulness.
• Proficient in computer skills and using various software packages.
• Ability to work accurately while maintaining speed and flexibility in a team and independent production environment.
• A high degree of organization and the ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills and a high degree of self-motivation and initiative to lead projects or committees.
• Displays agility to manage multiple tasks​ and adapt in a changing work environment.

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Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

Change Adaptability (NM) - Advanced, Information Optimization (NM) - Advanced, Customer Support (NM) - Advanced, Underwriting Ecosystem (NM) - Advanced, Customer Centricity (NM) - Intermediate, Insurance Acumen (NM) - Advanced, Technology Adaptation (NM) - Advanced (Inactive), Information Gathering (NM) - Advanced, Attention to Detail (NM) - Advanced, Training, Educating & Awareness (NM) - Intermediate, Adaptive Communication (NM) - Advanced, Consulting (NM) - Advanced, Data Application (NM) - Advanced, Decision Making (NM) - Advanced, Negotiation & Managing Objection (NM) - Advanced, Mortality, Morbidity, & Risk Analysis (NM) - Advanced, Learning Agility (NM) - Advanced (Inactive), Underwriting Practices (NM) - Advanced, Reasoning (NM) - Advanced

We’re excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and our commitment to a culture of belonging.

• Flexible work schedules
• Concierge service
• Comprehensive benefits
• Employee resource groups

**This position is open to remote anywhere in the US, however, must be able to work Central Time Zone hours**

What You'll Do

• Make fair, accurate, timely and quality claims decisions on life insurance claims up to allowable signature limit. May work on cases exceeding this limit with prior approval and second signatures.

• Examines claim information obtained, including, but not limited to, beneficiary data, policy values, and policy status; and analyzes information received during the claim review process, including but not limited to, death certificates, claim forms, assignment forms, divorce decree, estate, and trust documentation.

• With empathy, deliver personalized experience for beneficiaries and field members by assisting with educating on settlement options available, which varies by policy type.

• Communicate verbally and construct letters and emails to beneficiaries, field members, and third parties in response to inquiries and/or regarding outstanding requirements, claim status updates, and claims decisions as part of the overall claim handling process.

• Manage phone and transactional responsibilities while adhering to strict confidentiality and privacy standards.

• Research and evaluate solutions to situations that arise and resolve concerns on an “as-needed” basis which oftentimes includes deviating from procedures.

• Maintain organization, accuracy, and timeliness in individual case management system; capture and document claim related information accurately and/or refer tasks as appropriate.

• Maintain production and claims quality standards.

• Embrace new technology and serve as an advocate by educating beneficiaries and field representatives.

• Supports digital savvy capabilities in self and others and adapts to changing environments and new situations effectively and positively.

• Work effectively with unstructured teams, situations, or environment.

• Participate in team meetings, projects and committee work as appropriate, including development of process improvements.

• Assist with special projects and initiatives, as needed to support the business.

What You Will Bring to the Role

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Previous experience with life insurance desirable.

• Must be technically savvy with the ability to toggle between multiple applications and/or computer monitors simultaneously.

• Exhibits empathy and strong client focus and customer service skills.

• Able to analyze complex information and asks thoughtful questions to understand the situation.

• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy in handling detailed technical work.

• High degree of self-motivation with proven initiative in accepting responsibility for work results and in contributing cooperatively to group goals.

• Skilled at developing and maintaining effective working relationships with a positive, confident attitude; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views.

• Strong organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to independently set priorities and to meet deadlines.

• Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise tact and diplomacy with field/clients and beneficiaries.

Skills You Have

• Analytical Thinking: Organizes and compares various aspects of a situation to comprehend and identify key or underlying complex issues through the use of quantitative data and analysis; leverages strong business acumen, problem solving, and interpersonal skills to think critically about situations from multiple perspectives and consistently seeks ways to improve processes.

• Attention to Detail: Focuses on specific details to spot and correct errors in advance of them being found and surpass quality expectations. Performs work with thorough proofreading for presentation, content, accuracy, and overall quality.

• Change Adaptability: Becomes adaptable in response to continual changes; shows an openness to new ways of working, new methods, work-in-progress improvements and changes and seamlessly navigates the changing business environment and adjusts behavior as appropriate to the situation.

• Claims Acumen: Applies the knowledge of claims philosophy, contracts, and policies and procedures for filing claims, assessing claims for accuracy and completeness, verifying eligibility, and adjudicating claims based on established criteria to handle complex, contestable, sensitive, and large benefit amount claims. Evaluates medical, financial, and occupational information and reviews to determine if insured meets contractual provisions while taking the state regulations or other relevant contractual information into consideration to make informed decisions. Analyzes insurance claims to determine the validity/risk of the claim, and the extent of coverage.

• Customer Centricity: Applies a customer first mindset to design and continuously improve solutions, systems, processes, and services that support enterprise strategy, impact critical business outcomes, and drive organizational success.

• Decision Making: Makes timely, data-driven decisions by understanding the probability of success, identifying risks, gathering business requirements, and developing value statements.

• Insurance Acumen: Applies knowledge of insurance concepts, policies, regulations, and industry practices to solution challenges. Understands insurance principles, such as underwriting, claims philosophy, and risk.

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We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you’re living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more.

Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our clients' interests at the center of all we do. Get started now!

Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

Information Gathering (NM) - Intermediate, Problem Management (NM) - Intermediate, Prioritization (NM) - Intermediate, Statutes & Regulation (NM) - Beginner, Insurance Contract Management (NM) - Intermediate, Empathetic Communication (NM) - Intermediate, Insurance Acumen (NM) - Beginner, Annuity Acumen (NM) - Beginner, Customer Centricity (NM) - Intermediate, Analytical Thinking (NM) - Intermediate, Learning Agility (NM) - Intermediate (Inactive), Adaptive Communication (NM) - Intermediate, Decision Making (NM) - Intermediate, Attention to Detail (NM) - Intermediate, Claims Acumen (NM) - Intermediate, Change Adaptability (NM) - Intermediate, Data Application (NM) - Intermediate

We’re excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and our commitment to a culture of belonging.

• Flexible work schedules
• Concierge service
• Comprehensive benefits
• Employee resource groups