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Position Title: Chemist
Work Location: North Chicago, IL 60064
Assignment Duration: 12 Months
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Background & Context: Supports multiple analytical lab spaces across both sites R&D lab environment (not QC constant analysis driven) Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly lab tasks Tasks include waste management, glassware receipt and organization, safety checks (eyewash, labeling), receiving materials and reagents Includes HPLC cleaning and gas cylinder installations
Requires cross-functional communication across department Analytical responsibilities include executing assigned lab tasks independently Expected to generate reliable and reproducible data Must document experimentation per requirements (electronic notebooks used) Strong organization skills and 5S awareness emphasized Safety awareness and EHS training important Relocation may be considered at candidate's own expense
Qualification & Experience:
* BS/BA or Associate degree in Chemistry or related field
* 0-2 years of lab experience
* Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred but not required
* Experience working in lab environments (academic or industry)
* HPLC experience acceptable
* Karl Fischer experience acceptable
* Candidate may have one without the other
* Level expected: sample execution (junior level)
* No method development required
* Empower experience preferred, not mandatory
* GMP experience is a plus, not mandatory
* Strong documentation and communication skills required
* Experience with lab support tasks (solution prep, buffer/mobile phase prep, waste management, etc.) is a plus
* Fresh Master's candidates will be considered
* Critical factor: willingness to perform primary lab services responsibilities
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Mettawa, IL 60045 (Hybrid)
PRIMARY FUNCTION / PRIMARY GOALS / OBJECTIVES
The Project Manager (I) is responsible for the planning, scheduling and execution of all projects (print and digital) within Ad Agency (A3). This role works closely with their assigned account manager to help coordinate daily activities within A3 and continue to develop the ongoing relationship with their respective brand teams to keep projects on schedule, on budget and on strategy.
PROJECT/PROCESS MANAGEMENT
* Develop project schedules, allocate resources and communicate project status and schedules to all key stakeholders and ensure deliverables and key milestones are met on time and within budget
* Conduct regular status meetings with internal teams and clients to review progress, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies. Capture notes and distribute recaps with action items.
* Set up and manage routes for all projects through the internal agency approval process (Kantata, WorkFront)
* Understand the Medical/Legal/Regulatory (Veeva) review process and prepare all assets and documentation for submission and review in accordance with Promotional Material Review Process
* Coordinate interactive resources with studio/programming/creative leads
* Be the primary point of contact for all third-party development/deployment vendors providing regular updates, managing expectations, and addressing any issues or concerns
* Create, compile, and maintain project and department documentation as needed (technical documentation, server folder structure, spec sheets, estimate tracking, etc.)
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
* Track time on a daily basis.
* Assist with providing estimates.
* Assist with billing and ensure billing is completed on schedule.
* Adherence to all company-wide financial policies
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS
* Understand promotional guidelines including, but not limited to, corporate branding, promotional material development, Veeva PromoMats review and corporate compliance
* Understand the Agency Workflow Process including project initiation and kickoff, collaboration, necessary approvals, production and archiving
* Demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
* Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task to enhance productivity and manage workload
* Possess ability to work in a high-volume, rapidly paced environment
* Proficiency using the Microsoft Suite of products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) and other systems (Kantata/Mavenlink, Workfront)_
ACCOUNTABILITY / SCOPE
* Reports to their assigned Ad Agency account manager
* Partners with creative team on project initiatives
QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor degree required
* 1-4 years of ad agency experience required (minimum), project management and pharmaceutical experience a plus
* Strong attention to detail and excellent communications skills: verbal, presentation, written
* Understanding of print and digital project lifecycles and different project management methodologies/styles
* Familiarity with print production process, web technologies and digital trends
* High energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility role
* Great collaborator with ability to focus on both the big picture and small details
Duration: 9+ months (ASAP through end of 2026, possible extension into 2027)
Location: Mettawa, Illinois (Hybrid - 3 days/week onsite Tue, Wed, Thu and 2 days remote Mon, Fri)
**Top 4 Skills Required**
1. Process Documentation and Organizational Skills: Ability to capture, clarify, and document project requirements, workflows, and procedures for transparency and repeatability.
2. Cross-Channel End-to-End Testing: Experience documenting, facilitating, and completing testing (including UAT) across CRM, web, and app channels with robust acceptance criteria and test cases.
3. Project Planning and Timeline Management: Skilled in building, maintaining, and integrating project timelines to ensure on-time, quality delivery.
4. Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication: Effective at aligning cross-functional teams, facilitating meetings, and providing exceptional client service.
Job Description:
The Program Manager III will oversee the management of campaign and content metadata, CRM (Email, SMS, Direct Mail, App), and Web reporting requirements, as well as Power BI reporting on CRM metrics. This role will be responsible for capturing project requirements, building project timelines, writing Acceptance Criteria and Test Cases, documenting key processes, and ensuring excellent client service throughout the lifecycle of each initiative. The position requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and deliver quality project outcomes.
Responsibilities:
* Manage and organize campaign and content metadata to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
* Define and document CRM and web reporting requirements, liaising with technical and business teams.
* Use Power BI dashboards and reports to provide insights on CRM metrics and project outcomes.
* Capture, clarify, and communicate project requirements to relevant stakeholders.
* Build, maintain, and update project timelines, ensuring deliverables are met on schedule.
* Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and timelines.
* Provide exceptional client service, acting as a point of contact for inquiries and ensuring client satisfaction.
* Monitor progress, identify risks, and support resolution of challenges as they arise.
* Create and implement a standardized end-to-end testing process in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring thorough test coverage, consistency, and alignment with project goals.
* Document key program and project processes, including requirements gathering, testing workflows, and client engagement procedures, to ensure transparency and repeatability.
* Facilitate and participate in end-to-end testing activities across all impacted channels (Email, SMS, Direct Mail, App, Web), ensuring robust test execution and stakeholder involvement.
* Define, write, and review acceptance criteria and detailed test cases in partnership with technical and business stakeholders.
* Lead and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) across channels, tracking issues, capturing feedback, and validating solutions meet stakeholder expectations.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, information systems, or related field.
* 10+ years of project or program management experience, BSA, preferably within digital marketing, CRM, or analytics environments.
* Experience with CRM (email, SMS, direct mail) campaign management, metadata, and Salesforce Marketing Cloud systems.
* Experience with end-to-end and UAT testing across multiple digital channels
* Proficiency in Power BI and ability to create actionable reports and dashboards.
* Strong process documentation skills.
* Strong organizational and project planning skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Experience in client-facing roles and customer service.
* Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative work style.
This role is ideal for a results-focused program manager with expertise in process documentation, cross-channel testing, data-driven reporting, campaign management, and a passion for delivering outstanding client service.
Work Location: North Chicago, IL 60064
Assignment Duration: 12 Months (possible conversion)
Work Schedule: The 3rd shift will be 4x10hr shifts either Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday from 10pm-8:30am. Training for the first 3-6 months will be on first shift. Once training is completed they will get a 15% shift differential for moving to 3rd shift.
Work Arrangement: 100% onsite
Position Summary: Uses scientific education and analytical chemistry experience to perform simple to moderately complex laboratory testing within a good manufacturing practices laboratory to generate results. Interprets data output to determine conformance to specifications.
Background & Context: Acts as a team member in the API/ Raw Material/ In-Process/Drug Product testing laboratories.
Key Responsibilities:
- Independently performs and verify a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on while adjusting to unforeseen technical or logistical obstacles to accomplish assignments.
- Understands multiple laboratory techniques and principles and can independently trouble-shoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues.
- Takes initiative to be a key player in team activities and decision making including proactive identification, development, and implementation of improvement plans.
- Budgets their time independently and effectively to carry out assigned tasks and makes recommendations for improvement.
- Recognizes obstacles to completion of assigned testing and can independently resolve them. Consistently achieves commitments despite obstacles.
- Takes ownership of special projects as needed to support overall laboratory needs and requirements.
- Communicates proactively with supervisor and team members on frequent basis to ensure timely product release.
- Interfaces with regulatory agencies during audit activities as needed.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in the sciences with 0-4 years of laboratory experience
- Associate degree with at least 3 years of laboratory experience
- Flexibility in shift and workdays highly desirable
- Ability to work with general supervision but effectively manages their own time to multi-task based upon their completed training matrix.
- Good interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.
- Desired technical competencies (not all required): LC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Empower, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, and common wet chemical testing
Position Title: Director of Manufacturing
Reports to: Head of Operations
Role Description
The Director of Manufacturing will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the daily operations of the manufacturing facility. This individual will be responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and ensuring the smooth operation of all activities within the plant, with an emphasis on maintaining high productivity, efficiency, safety, and the highest quality standards. The Director of Manufacturing will collaborate with various departments, which include Product Development, Marketing and Accounting, in support of all commercial and financial objectives. Departments under Director of Manufacturing’s direct leadership include production, quality control, maintenance, and logistics.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of engineers, technicians, and production staff in eyewear frame manufacturing to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve product quality, process capability, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Partner with design and product development team to transition new frame designs into scalable, stable production.
• Manage day-to-day operations of in-house frame manufacturing.
• Manage capital projects and equipment upgrades to enhance production capabilities and support scaling initiatives.
• Champion a culture of craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Product Engineering & Product Development Support
• Develop industry standards and provide DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback during early design phases, influencing materials, tolerances, and construction methods for new eyewear frames.
• Translate product design into production-ready engineering documentation, including drawings, BOMs, specifications, and process routings.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and product designers to develop innovative solutions for frame construction, hinge integration, and surface finishing.
• Assist in the technical training of product development and production staff on new materials and processes.
• Document, standardize, and improve processes across machining, shaping, assembly, and finishing operations.
• Introduce and sustain lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste, improve quality, and shorten lead times.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for process and product issues.
• Maintain equipment capability and recommend capital investments in manufacturing technology. • Implement measurement and inspection methods for critical-to-quality features. Operational Excellence
• Develop metrics for yield, cycle time, and productivity to develop consistent, manual master planning for more predictable production throughput.
• Coordinate with supply chain and vendor partners on components and outsourced processes (e.g., plating, coatings, laser engraving).
- Team Leadership: Successfully manages the manufacturing, quality control, and industrial design teams, comprised of a skilled labor pool of exempt and non-exempt employees. Direct and lead the team with clear priorities and goals in support of broader business initiatives and to ensure quality, efficiency and collaboration at all times. Actively develops supervisors and leads to engage and motivate the workforce. Provides ongoing training/support for continuous skill development.
- Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluate existing processes to enhance output; leverage industry expertise as well as manufacturing background to implement the most efficient manufacturing solutions for eyewear production. Identify and implement new technologies, and systems to enhance resource use and streamline operations. Constantly strive to improve the operation in support of business goals and market needs (quality, cost, efficiency, timeliness etc.)
- Equipment & Machinery Oversight: Strong knowledge of specialized equipment and machinery, with the ability to diagnose, repair, and source parts, especially in collaboration with the Maintenance Manager.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with executive leadership and other departments to achieve organizational goals and ensure operational efficiency. Key stakeholders include Product Development, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing
- Alignment with Business Plan: Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure manufacturing plans meet the expectations of the business (ie: COGS, timing, quality etc).
- Budget Mgt and Cost Control: Establish appropriate annual plans and budgets in support of production forecasts and actively manage labor and raw material costs to ensure targets are met. Sets the foundation for growth, scalability and profitability in the manufacturing center.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Engineering, or other industry-related field required; MBA preferred At least ten years of manufacturing experience
- Prior experience leading teams and managing complex initiatives
Position Details
- Full-time onsite position based at our Vernon Hills, IL Headquarters
Hybrid Onsite Schedule In office T, W, Th; Remote M, F
Job Description: Data Analyst – Global Patient Access Program (GPAP)
Location: North Chicago, IL, USA (Hybrid eligible), AP30
Overview: The Data Analyst for the Patient Assistance Program (PAP), supporting GPAP’s data transformation and governance, will be instrumental in building and maintaining the backbone of automated reporting and KPI dashboards. This role ensures a single source of truth for GPAP operations, drives analytics innovation, and supports the integration and consistency of data across the program. You’ll collaborate closely with workstream leaders, lead in bi-weekly scrum sessions, and deliver insight-rich, timely outputs for senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop, automate, and maintain standardized PAP reporting, KPI dashboards, and ad hoc analytics tools using Tableau, Excel, and Snowflake.
• Lead twice-weekly Scrum sessions with workstream team members, ensuring progression of data tasks, intake of new data requests, and alignment on analytics approaches in a Smart Sheet-driven, agile environment.
• Ensure data consistency, quality, and accuracy across all platforms, supporting GPAP governance and the creation/control of the 'source of truth.'
• Enable and facilitate self-service dashboards and reporting marts for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (BTS, ACA, GPAP, Steer Co) to support program data needs, forecasting, and reporting methodologies.
• Support quarterly and weekly reporting processes—including application, shipment, and claim-level analytics.
• Partners with data lead to document extraction methods, automate/accelerate reporting, and track program impacts, escalations, and business intelligence.
• Identify new opportunities for advanced analytics or insights to increase PAP operational efficiency and program sustainability.
Qualifications:
• Bachelors in a relevant field (Analytics, IT, Business, Data Science, or related)
• 3-5 years’ experience in data analytics, reporting, or business intelligence in healthcare, pharma, or related industry
• Advanced proficiency in Tableau and Excel; experience with Smart Sheet and Snowflake (SQL skills required)
• Demonstrated experience leading agile meetings (scrum/project management preferred)
• Strong attention to detail, data integrity, and quality control
• Experience in KPI development, dashboard design, and self-service reporting
• Effective communicator with ability to drive cross-team consensus and present findings to varied audiences
• Collaborative mindset, able to work in fast-paced, matrixed environments
• In office Tues, Wed, Thurs
Preferred:
• Experience in patient assistance programs or US healthcare market access
• Familiarity with organizational data governance or compliance requirements
Be part of a team unlocking strategic impact through advanced analytics, automation, and insight-driven transformation. Shape the way data informs patients’ access and program value across a global organization while enjoying professional growth in a supportive, inclusive culture.
Field Manager – Federal Construction Projects
Superintendent | Quality Lead | Site Safety Lead
An established, midsized general contractor specializing in complex federal projects is seeking experienced field leaders to oversee work at government installations across the United States.
This contractor has built a strong reputation delivering critical facilities for federal agencies nationwide. With decades of experience, a collaborative leadership team, and a commitment to quality, safety, and long-term client partnerships, the company operates with the agility of a focused federal builder while maintaining the resources and stability of a seasoned national contractor. Projects range from renovations and upgrades to ground-up facilities in secure and operational environments.
The Field Manager serves as the senior onsite authority and are responsible for directing daily operations, maintaining strict quality standards, and ensuring full compliance with federal safety and contractual requirements.
Position Overview
The selected candidate will act as the on-site leader for assigned federal construction projects. Depending on qualifications, this role may fulfill Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, or Site Safety & Health Officer responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct and coordinate daily field operations to ensure schedule adherence, cost control, and compliance with contract requirements
- Lead subcontractor oversight, sequencing, and site logistics
- Implement and manage project specific quality control programs in accordance with federal standards
- Enforce site-specific safety programs aligned with EM 385-1-1 and OSHA guidelines
- Serve as the onsite liaison with federal representatives, inspectors, and project stakeholders
- Maintain daily reports, safety logs, inspection documentation, and progress tracking
- Conduct preparatory, initial, and follow up inspections consistent with the USACE three-phase quality control process
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience on federal construction projects in a field leadership capacity
- Experience serving as Superintendent, QCM, or SSHO on federal contracts
- Strong understanding of federal contracting requirements and compliance standards
Required Certifications:
- USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- First Aid/CPR
- Working knowledge of EM 385-1-1 standards
- Ability to travel full-time nationwide
- Strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills
- U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain clearance as needed
Why Join
- Stable pipeline of federal work across multiple agencies
- Opportunity to lead high profile, mission-critical projects
- Supportive executive team with deep federal construction expertise
- Growth potential within a specialized and expanding federal construction platform
If you’re an experienced federal field leader looking for your next nationwide opportunity, this role offers the autonomy, responsibility, and project complexity to match your expertise.
Evaluate production process, recommend improvements, qualify and conduct vendor management, generate and maintain DMR’s, product specifications, design control files, and CE technical files.
Job Description MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage the development and implementation of methods and procedures for process control, process validation, process improvement, testing, and inspection to ensure that products are ideal and functional.
Design experiments to understand sources of variation affecting products and processes.
Applies statistical process control (SPC) methods for analyzing data to evaluate the current process and process changes.
Design and perform experimental product testing and analysis to maintain quality levels and minimize defects and failure rates.
Generate and analyze reports and defective products to determine trends and lead corrective actions.
Use concepts of probability and statistical quality control to guide decisions.
Direct and collaborate with supplier representatives on quality problems, ensure corrective action implementation (CAPA, SCAR), and contribute to supplier quality improvement programs.
Lead supplier qualifications.
Provide Quality expertise in Product Development, Design Control activities, Risk Management, and CE Technical Files.
Responsible for building appropriate product documentation (e.g.
Device Master Records) in compliance with applicable regulations.
Work with Regulatory Groups and Suppliers to produce 510K submissions, letters to file, etc., as required.
Coordinate product testing with internal and external laboratories as required.
Ensure compliance with domestic and international regulations associated with product lines and processes.
Perform quality reviews of design documentation for compliance with stated requirements, including vendor quality documents and company quality records.
Lead investigations of product and process non-conformances and out-of-specification results and develop effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Education: Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Math or other related technical field.
Work Experience: At least 2 years of experience in the Quality or Engineering.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Experience developing ways of accomplishing goals with little or no supervision, depending on oneself to complete objectives, and determining when escalation of issues is necessary.
Experience using time management skills to prioritize, organize, and track details in order to meet deadlines of multiple projects.
Experience problem solving, overcoming obstacles, and reaching a positive and successful solution through mathematical or systematic operations.
Experience using MS Office Suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook ).
Intermediate Skill Level in Microsoft Excel (for example: conditional formatting, tables, formulas, charting) Working knowledge of government and industry quality assurance codes and standards (e.g.
21 CFR 820, ISO13485).
Position requires up to 15% travel.
PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS: At least 2 years of industry experience in Medical Devices, Drugs, and/or fields directly related to the role.
Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
The anticipated salary range for this position: $79,000.00
- $119,000.00 Annual The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities.
This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible.
Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.
Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average.
For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here .
For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.
We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career.
We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best.
Explore our Belonging page here .
Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer.
Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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.
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