Jobs in Los Alamitos, CA
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Company Description
Matus International, Inc. is a leading shipping company with over 15 years of experience in maritime transportation of vehicles and general merchandise. Operating across five offices in four countries, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in international logistics. Our commitment to excellence and regional leadership sets us apart in the industry, providing reliable and efficient shipping solutions for our clients.
Role Description
We are seeking a Logistics Coordinator for a full-time on-site position in Long Beach, CA. The Logistics Coordinator will oversee and manage daily shipping and logistics operations, including inventory management, coordination of shipments, and communication with clients and partners. This role will involve providing excellent customer service, ensuring accurate documentation, and coordinating schedules to meet delivery timelines. The Logistics Coordinator will work closely with team members to ensure smooth operations and client satisfaction.
Qualifications
- Strong Analytical Skills and proficiency in problem-solving and critical thinking
- Excellent Communication and Customer Service skills to foster positive relationships with clients and partners
- Experience in Inventory Management and Supply Chain Management to oversee logistics operations
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
- Proficiency in logistics software and MS Office Suite is a plus
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Extensive knowledge and ability to install all types of sewer, water, fire and storm drain systems
- Study and fully understand blueprints, specs, job site conditions and P&L reports to plan effective procedures for construction
- Perform required take-offs and calculations to enable proper purchasing and scheduling of materials, equipment, subcontractors and labor for project management
- Able to calculate and set proper grades and elevations (i.e. laser, flowliner, etc.)
- Utilize P&L reports to effectively record production and manage projects
- Record and process accurate as-built drawings
- Complete and process accurate daily logs, timecards and field work orders on time
- Complete and process required project documents, incident and HR reports on time
- Effectively utilize smart phones, laptops and software to communicate and share information
- Effectively interact with Superintendents and governing authorities to complete project requirements
- Possess leadership skills required to effectively coordinate and manage crew to complete project objectives on time
- Oversee, manage and ensure field operations comply with company policies and OSHA safe practices
- Maintain orderly job site and keep crew truck clean and efficient
- Able to identify potential safety and operational deficiencies and adjust/correct accordingly
- Able to operate excavator, loader and backhoe if required according to OSHA safe practices
- Assist in development/training of co-workers and assist personnel in completing their Action Plan Goals
- Conduct and manage team member development reviews to measure field personnel growth and progress
- Support and communicate company goals and policy changes with field personnel
- Demonstrate role model behaviors on ethics and integrity, promoting People. Principle. Purpose
- Engage with management, team members, clients and trade partners to build trustworthy, long term, mutually profitable relationships
- Contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned by Superintendent
REQUIREMENTS
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience: 3 – 5 years’ field related experience
- CPR, Competent Person, Confined Space certified
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership and mentoring skills
- Valid driver’s license in good standing
- Able to work nights, weekends, and overtime as required
- Willingness to learn, grow and make a difference
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Communications: Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend English
- Hearing: Hearing adequate to perform job duties in person
- Speaking: Able to communicate clearly in person and over phone
- Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties as indicated
- Physical: Requires frequent bending, reaching, standing, walking, squatting, sitting, pushing and pulling heavy objects regularly throughout the work shift
- Ability to work in sun, heat, and various climate conditions
- Ability to work in dirty and dusty conditions
- Requires manual dexterity to operate equipment and perform manual tasks
- Able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds without assistance
OTHER:
- Able to work with proper protection around materials that include chemicals
BENEFITS:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
LOCATION: In person
COMPENSATION: $47 - $68/hour
People. Principle. Purpose.
At Delta Pipeline, we actively engage people to learn, grow, and make a difference. We are looking for talented individuals who are searching for not just a job, but a career. We are a 100% employee-owned company where you have the opportunity to become a shareholder and build trustworthy, long-term, mutually profitable relationships.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Comprehensive knowledge and ability to install all types of sewer, water, fire and storm drain pipe
- Able to lay out and install water services, fire hydrants, detector checks, pipe connections etc. per Standard Drawings
- Able to effectively lead and direct crew members to meet pipe installation objectives
- Able to effectively interact with governing authorities (i.e. Superintendents, Inspectors etc.)
- Able to read and understand blueprints and specifications
- Able to read and understand survey grade stakes
- Able to calculate and set up laser/floliner to keep grade and set pipe grades
- Able to set shoring in accordance with OSHA safe practices
- Able to weld and solder copper piping
Position Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience: 2 – 3 years related experience
- CPR, Competent Person, and Confined Space certifications
- Underground pipeline/wet utility experience (MUST HAVE)
- Able to work nights, weekends, and overtime as required
- Valid driver's license in good standing
- Able to commute to various sites in Southern CA (Los Angeles/Ventura/Riverside/San Bernardino/Orange Counties)
Physical Requirements
- Requires frequent bending, reaching, standing, walking, squatting, sitting, pushing, and pulling of heavy objects regularly throughout the work shift
- Able to work in sun, heat, dry, dirty and dusty conditions
- Able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds without assistance
- Requires manual dexterity to operate equipment and perform manual responsibilities
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate
- Medical, Dental, Vision and life Insurance
- Employee Shares/Stock
- Profit Sharing
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off/Paid Vacation
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Opportunities for development and advancement
- An employee-owned company culture that values people, principle, and purpose
**No third party or agency submissions will be accepted.
Benefits:
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Compensation: $41 - $44/hour
Lead or Senior Superintendent
- We are seeking an experienced Lead or Senior Superintendent to oversee the full construction lifecycle of ground-up multifamily developments, including podium, wrap, and wood-frame projects. This role requires a hands-on field leader with deep multifamily experience, strong subcontractor management skills, and the ability to manage complex site logistics, schedules, and quality standards from mobilization through final turnover.
Key Responsibilities
Field Leadership & Construction Execution
• Lead all onsite construction activities from mobilization through project closeout.
• Enforce project schedules, sequencing, and daily work plans to achieve milestones.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety standards, quality control procedures, and contract documents.
Site Logistics & Coordination
• Manage site logistics including deliveries, crane operations, limited laydown space, and access control.
• Coordinate with inspectors, utilities, and local authorities.
• Anticipate and resolve challenges related to working hours, noise ordinances, and neighboring properties.
Subcontractor & Trade Management
• Direct, schedule, and hold subcontractors accountable for manpower, productivity, and quality.
• Lead daily huddles and weekly coordination meetings.
• Review work in place for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Schedule, Quality & Closeout
• Drive the project schedule and proactively mitigate delays.
• Conduct inspections, punch walks, and quality reviews.
• Oversee commissioning, inspections, and final turnover to ownership.
Qualifications
• 7+ years of experience as a Lead or Senior Superintendent on ground-up multifamily projects.
• Proven experience with podium, wrap, or wood-frame construction.
• Strong understanding of structural systems, MEP coordination, and finish sequencing.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schedules, and specifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Assistant Project Manager reports to the Project Manager and is responsible for providing assistance to the Project Manager in the various aspects of electrical construction management. Work involves the aid in creating and implementing the project management plan, processing of purchase orders, change orders, vendor invoices/billings, and client/vendor credits. The Project Engineer will also be responsible of the tracking of RFI’s, material, and the organization of data that is to be analyzed by management.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Communicate with people involved in a project (clients, vendors, subcontractors …) and design team.
2. Assist Project Manager with reviewing plans/drawings, preparing estimates according to budgets, and attend/holds meetings.
3. Assist Project Manager with budget management and contract management.
4. Delegates tasks, helps identify needed resources, and manage daily operations during the absence of the Project Manager.
5. Ability to accurately and efficiently input data into a computer in addition to detect and correct entry errors before posting.
- Process and track material purchases, fixtures, switchgear, and work orders submitted from operations.
- Create and utilize Action and Tracking logs.
- Print & send project labor report with current hours worked and code classifications to foreman.
- Process all vendor billings, invoices, and credits pertaining to the project.
- Aid with change orders and take offs.
- Order, coordinate, and track the delivery and pick up of all material and rental equipment pertaining to the project.
- Track the location of materials and equipment stored within the AJK&A warehouse pertaining to the project.
- Coordinate and ensure accurate material delivery from the AJK&A warehouse using Transmittal forms.
- Create, track, log, and coordinate the correspondence of all RFI’s with the client.
- Collect cut sheets for general material, fixtures, switchgear, and other materials in order to assemble/create a submittal or closeout package for Project Manager and Foreman review and approval.
- Coordinate material buyouts and phasing with Project Manager.
- Create, maintain, and ensure accurate and efficient filing of internal documents pertaining to the project.
- Ensure current project drawings/plans are printed; slip sheet and/or upload to the Job Folder and PlanGrid.
- Utilize PlanGrid functions
- Build and maintain good relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and clients.
- Ensure health and safety regulations are implemented.
- Ensure tool reports are up to date and sent to the foreman.
- Participate in Turnover Meetings
- Other duties as assigned
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Represent the company in a professional manner to clients, vendors, and other external institutions.
- Maintain and enhance the company’s reputation.
- Maintain confidentiality of company fiscal and personnel related information.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Fundamental knowledge of electrical drawings, specifications, financial record keeping, computer programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, & Accubid), calculations, forms, filing, clerical methods, and policies/procedures used in an office environment.
- Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to deal courteously and efficiently with clients and staff.
- Ability to work and meet deadlines while simultaneously managing several projects.
- Ability to adhere to well defined procedures set by management.
- Ability to participate in project meetings.
- Ability to maintain integrity, accountability, credibility, and high ethical standards.
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks and able to work to deadlines.
- Ability to work well on your own initiative.
- The completion of an Associate of Arts degree and/or two years of experience in the construction industry.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule and may involve overtime at the discretion and approval of a direct supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions are normal for an office or non-manual based environment.
This position is responsible for vehicle delivery and returning vehicles to Penske locations and Penske customers.
Primarily, this position moves our box trucks up to 26’ and for CDL Class A will include tractors and trailer movement.
Position may also provide assistance to the service department to deliver parts and equipment.
This is a casual/on-call part-time truck driving job that is perfect for licensed Class C drivers seeking supplemental income and looking to work anywhere from 0 to 25 hours a week based on business needs.
Click below to see what makes Penske great! Penske Moves You Forward ( ) Major Responsibilities: • Follow appropriate safety procedures while driving trucks to destination of Penske location or customer locations • Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order, report to location manager if any issues are found • Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required • Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles • Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor Schedule: Flexible, must be prepared to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
Qualifications: • 2 years of driving experience required • 2 years of a clean DMV motor vehicle record required • Valid Class B CDL required.
Applicants must be domiciled in the U.S.
and licensed in their state of residence • CDL Class A license preferred • Ability to read and follow written instructions is required.
• Ability to work independently, customer service skills, organizational skills, and a positive attitude are required • In order to be compliant with federal law (49 C.F.R.
391.11(b)(2)), this role requires English language proficiency • Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job • As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role.
The driver qualification file includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years.
Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.
This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required.
Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.
Physical Requirements: -The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
-The associate must be able to see and hear.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
-While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit.
The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms.
The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
-The associate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter/exit the vehicle as well as the rear cargo area.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $$19.52/Class C About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward.
With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success.
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Job Category: Driver Job Family: Drivers Address: 15050 Northam Street Primary Location: US-CA-La Mirada Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
Req ID: 2601150
This customer service focused team member is knowledgeable in all areas of the Store’s business, including print, signs & graphics, and shipping.
They will be responsible for taking orders, coordinating activities in the Store, providing pricing and product information, and recommending appropriate FedEx Office products and services.
The Store Consultant will operate and maintain a wide variety of equipment, move boxes and equipment, stock materials, manage the production queue and output, manage complex projects, manage retail supply, and complete assigned tasks based on priority.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (This is a representative list of the general duties the position may be asked to perform, and is not intended to be all-inclusive) People Follows instructions of supervisors and assists other team members in performing store functions Assists in the training of store team members Service Demonstrates consultative behaviors in a retail environment to understand each customer’s individualized need Provides customer expertise in printing, signs and graphics and shipping product lines and can recommend appropriate FedEx Office products and services Provides an outstanding customer service experience by using consultative skills to anticipate customer needs, suggest alternatives, and find solutions to meet customer needs Ensures all customer problems are resolved quickly and to the satisfaction of the customer Takes complex customer orders using order systems and provides accurate pricing information Assembles parcels and prepares goods for shipping by wrapping items in insulation, inserting items into shipping containers, weighing packages, and affixing labels to parcels Sets up and operates printing, binding, and other related equipment using customer supplied original media and documents Maintains a safe, clean and orderly retail Store Profit Ensures confidentiality of customer data and careful handling of documents, media, and packages Processes financial transactions using a Point of Sale terminal (POS),including handling cash and making change Cleans, repairs, and stocks all retail store printing and shipping equipment and supplies to provide optimal performance and availability Stays current on retail Store merchandising materials and ensures proper display of all retail area product and signage Takes preemptive action to prevent errors and waste Completes required financial paperwork and may assist with financial reporting including daily sales, close-outs and bank deposits Follows FedEx Office standard operating procedures as well as adhering to legal, HR, safety , customer service and security policies and procedures Self-Management Performs multiple tasks at the same time Looks for opportunities to improve knowledge and skills within the retail Store Able to operate with minimal supervision Adheres to all FedEx Office team member and retail store standards, as outlined in the team member handbook All other duties as needed or required MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent education 6+ months of specialized experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to stand during entire shift, excluding meal and rest periods Ability to move and lift 55 pounds Ability, on a consistent basis, to bend/twist at the waist and knees Ability, on a consistent basis, to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and other team members Ability, on a consistent basis, to perform work activities requiring cooperation and instruction Ability, on a consistent basis, to function in a fast-paced environment, under substantial pressure Ability, on a consistent basis, to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time Ability, on a consistent basis, to work with minimal supervision Ability, on a consistent basis, to report regularly to work and maintain established business hours in order to support the FedEx Office business; regular attendance and/or reporting could include regular attendance at a physical location and/or maintaining established business hours depending on the scope and nature of the position Preferred Qualifications: Pay Transparency: This compensation range is provided as a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary range for this role across all potential locations.
If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the salary information represents the job level minimum and the job level maximum.
Actual starting pay would be determined by experience relative to the job, market level, pay at the location for this job and other job-related factors permitted by law.
An employee may be eligible for additional pay, premiums, or bonus potential.
The Company offers eligible employees health, vision and dental insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.
Pay: $19.70
- $23.17/hr Additional Details: LA County: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance , and the California Fair Chance Act.
FedEx complies with criminal history and Security Threat Assessment (STA) screening requirements defined by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for positions requiring security identification display area (SIDA) access, Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations for commercial driving positions, Department of Defense Facility Security Office standard procedures in covered facilities, and all other laws, regulations, or executive orders, including those required by federal, state, or local government contract, or which the Attorney General determines to be essential for an employer to do business with an agency or department of the federal, state, or local government.
Quality Driven Management strives to deliver market-leading customer experience, business excellence, and financial return through a Quality-oriented culture and day-to-day application of Quality science.
Suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions.
Works with management to reduce company costs/wastes, and to optimize profitability in areas of responsibility.
Applies Quality concepts presented at training during daily activities.
Supports FedEx Office Quality initiatives.
FedEx Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.
Know Your Rights Pay Transparency FedEx Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, including throughout the application and hiring process, if requested.
Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should email .
FedEx Office will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
The existence of a criminal record is not an automatic or absolute bar to employment and a candidate’s criminal record will be considered individually based on factors such as the relationship between the job sought and the criminal offense, the timing of the offense, the nature of the offense, and any other relevant information.
If you are applying in Philadelphia, PA, you can click here to learn about Philadelphia’s fair chance hiring law.
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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Sr Principal Engineer Air Breathing Propulsion to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA.
As an engineer supporting the Air Breathing Propulsion section, the selected candidate will support the design and analysis needs of unclassified and classified programs in Redondo Beach, California. Candidate will interface with customers to define study areas and report status on current programs and technology development efforts. Candidate may interface with their management and technical teams to define business relationships and technology initiatives for both IRAD (Internal Research and Development) and CRAD (Contractual Research and Development) efforts. This position will support a variety of programs performing analysis and integration activities.
Essential Functions:
- Lead engine performance and cycle analysis and provide guidance to programs
- Lead subsonic and supersonic inlet and exhaust design and integration
- Perform project planning to determine program requirements and develop plans for program execution
- Interface with external engine suppliers and manage external engine supplier activities
- Interface with internal and external customers, assisting in defining system requirements, defining study areas, and providing status on current programs and technology
- Develop and present materials for internal and external program related briefings
- Support new business generation and prepare proposal material
- Strong verbal and communication skills to interact with key cross-discipline stakeholders to achieve program objectives in a timely manner
- Technical and ICD writing
- Task planning, conducting technical peer reviews, and mentoring junior engineers
- Apply and contribute to the development of advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts.
- Work on complex technical problems and provide solutions which are highly innovative
- Collaborate and execute on long-range goals and objectives.
- Develop advanced technological ideas and guide development into a final product.
Basic Qualifications for a Sr Principal Engineer:
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 12 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with 10 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in STEM with 8 years of related engineering experience.
- Air Breathing Propulsion knowledge and experience on aircraft (subsonic, supersonic or hypersonic) or missile systems.
- Ability and willingness to travel 25% of the time.
- Must have an active DoD Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Education).
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ten plus (10+) years of experience with Aeronautical Air Breathing Propulsion and Flight Sciences engineering disciplines.
- Experience with survivable propulsion systems
- Experience in technical leadership and guidance of junior Air Breathing Propulsion engineers.
- Experience in Air Breathing Propulsion processes and products throughout the program life cycle.
- Experience in hypersonic design and analysis
- Demonstrated ability to lead an engineering cross-functional team.
- Experience with Agile design teams and tools(Atlassian)
- Understanding of Systems Engineering Principles and Model Based Systems Engineering tools (MBSE) with a practical focus for relevant use cases in propulsion integration.
- Experience with PLM software (Teamcenter)
- Serve as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and/or programs. Act as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications.
- A current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret clearance with current or previous Special Program Access (SAP/PAR).
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.
