Jobs in Polk Iowa

NOTE: This position must be performed in Washington, DC so relocation to Washington, DC will be required.

Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $75,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply to view full details and eligibility of this recruitment incentive.

At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.

Duties

During the course of their careers, Secret Service Police carry out assignments in protection. Duties include:

• Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area.
• Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions.
• Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Possess a current valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application and under 40 at referral. Exceptions may apply for those with current or prior service in federal law enforcement positions covered by special retirement provisions. The Secret Service has determined that age is essential to the performance of this position.
• Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory.
• Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular. Possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
• Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges. Applicants must be able to hear the whispered voice at 15 feet with each ear without the use of a hearing aid.
• Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
• Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA or Artesia, NM and 17 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
• Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.

SAME MISSION, NEW DRIVE! You love protecting your community and doing your part to keep our nation safe.

But maybe you're looking for a change of scenery? USBP is hiring immediately for full-time, career positions , where your prior law enforcement officer (LEO) experience may qualify you for higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunities.

Continue making a difference with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.

Whether you gained this experience as part of a military police unit or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization, you have an opportunity to work with highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission.

Check out the duties and responsibilities section below, along with the qualifications section to see if you are eligible.

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

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

U.S.

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

Salary and Benefits: Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from: Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11, $63,148
- $120,145 per year Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.

Overtime Pay: Up to 25% 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 from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12.

You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.

All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.
*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.

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations: Big Bend Sector Stations
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*Presidio, Van Horn,
*Sanderson, Alpine,
*Sierra Blanca, Marfa Buffalo Sector Stations
- Wellesley Island Del Rio Sector Stations
- Del Rio, Brackettville,
*Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde El Paso Sector Stations
- Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces,
*Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta El Centro Sector Stations
- El Centro, Indio, Calexico Grand Forks Sector Stations
- Pembina Havre Sector Stations
- Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass Houlton Sector Stations
- Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren Laredo Sector Stations
- Laredo South, Cotulla,
*Hebbronville, Laredo West,
*Freer, Laredo North, Zapata Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations
- Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen San Diego Sector Stations
- Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente Spokane Sector Stations
- Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville Swanton Sector Stations
- Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford Tucson Sector Stations
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*Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox Yuma Sector Stations
- Blythe, Yuma, Wellton Duties and Responsibilities: As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity.

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 customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.

Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens 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: GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.

Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.

Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.

If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level.

GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as: Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.

Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.

Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.

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.

There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.

Other Requirements: Citizenship : You must be a U.S.

Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency : You must have had primary U.S.

residency (including 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 in 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, and 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.

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

Company Description

BattleHawk Armory, based in Grimes, IA, is a premier gun shop serving customers nationwide through and locally via our retail store. Specializing in high-end firearms, tactical gear, suppressors, and optics, we carry popular and mainstream brands as well as many high end brands. Our extensive inventory includes hard-to-find items and a wide variety of ammunition, providing customers with exceptional selection and value. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, BattleHawk Armory is a trusted destination for firearms, shooting sports enthusiasts, and professionals.

Role Description

We are seeking a full-time 3rd Party Marketplace Manager to join our team on-site in Grimes, IA. This role involves managing and optimizing listings on various third-party marketplaces, ensuring accurate product information and competitive pricing. You will analyze market trends, oversee inventory levels, and implement strategies to drive sales growth on 3rd party marketplaces such as Gunbroker, Ebay, Amazon, and more. The role includes responding to customer inquiries, handling marketplace performance metrics, monitoring and abiding by MAP polices, and coordinating with internal teams to maintain successful operations. Communicating and running advertising on 3rd party marketplaces, and Ensuring compliance with marketplace policies and providing insights for process improvements are also key responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and optimizing listings on third-party marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay, or similar platforms.
• Analytical skills to evaluate market trends, monitor sales performance, and adjust strategies for growth.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to oversee inventory, pricing, and compliance.
• Customer service skills to handle inquiries and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Familiarity with firearms, ammunition, optics, or related industries is a plus.
• Proficiency with e-commerce tools, platforms, and basic knowledge of SEO is beneficial.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field (preferred but not required).

Job Requirements are to be onsite daily in Grimes, Iowa.

Company Description

BattleHawk Armory, based in Grimes, Iowa, is a premier firearms and shooting sports retailer serving customers nationwide through its online platform, , and locally through its retail store. The store specializes in a wide range of tactical gear, firearms, suppressors and ammunition. With a focus on quality and value, the company strives to meet the diverse needs of the firearm and shooting sports community.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Grimes, IA, for a Catalog Maintenance Specialist. The role involves managing and maintaining the online product catalog, ensuring product listings are accurate and up-to-date, and working with inventory data to reflect real-time availability. The position requires coordination with vendors, updating product descriptions, images, and pricing, as well as troubleshooting any discrepancies within the catalog, and other website tasks as assigned. The Catalog Maintenance Specialist will also collaborate across teams to optimize the customer experience through the online storefront.

Qualifications

• Experience with product catalog management, data entry, and inventory coordination
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of e-commerce platforms, web content management, and product listing tools
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and external suppliers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, spreadsheets, or similar data management tools
• Experience in or knowledge of firearms, tactical gear, and/or shooting sports is a plus
• Ability to work efficiently in an on-site, team-oriented environment
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certifications are beneficial

At Massage Heights, we believe in the healing power of touch. We believe the work of massage and skincare therapists truly does change the world one fantastic body at a time. We believe our team members promote healing by providing mental and physical wellness.

We value being Loyal, Authentic, Diligent, and Passionate. We work to build a diverse and inclusive organization and are loyal to our Team Members. We are authentic in our commitment to making Massage Heights the massage provider of choice. We are passionate about our Guests. We are diligent in providing a consistently elevated experience.

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Paid training

Digital workspace

Stunning retreats

Massage Heights Family Fund

Employee discounts

Competitive pay with commission and bonus opportunities

68-hour shifts

Full and part-time positions available

Required 1 weekend shift

Days and evening shifts available

Achieve monthly sales targets through membership and gift card sales

Provide exceptional service by listening, communicating, and responding to guests needs

Promote the therapeutic/wellness benefits of massage therapy and skin therapy

Educate guests confidently and effectively about services and products

Excellent phone etiquette with an upbeat tone and strong articulation

Develop and maintain positive relationships with members of the team and guests

Exceptional guest service and communication abilities

Previous experience in sales, retail, or guest services is required

Proficient with basic computer software and quick to learn new systems

Fast learner with a positive and energetic demeanor

Strong critical thinking skills, especially in resolving customer conflicts

Passionate about interacting with people and consistently delivering outstanding service

Thrives in collaborative team settings

Massage Heights is a national franchise U.S. and Canadian brand of massage and skincare Retreats that are locally owned and operated by small business owners. Our franchisees are passionate about sustaining a culture of care and creating work environments where people feel valued, accepted, and inspired. We offer massage therapy and skincare in beautiful, serene environments and are committed to supporting our members and guests wellness goals through providing therapeutic and healing services.

Loyal

Authentic

Passionate

Diligent

Project Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Urbandale, IA

As a full time, paid Project Engineering Intern at Gits Manufacturing, you will have the opportunity to work directly with the Engineering team to assist in project and design work.

• Creates &/or modifies product designs & drawings using CAD tools, product data management systems, and risk analysis tools.
• Verifies designs through engineering calculations, modeling, and/or simulations such as CFD and FEA.
• Assist in engineering tool creation and process mapping.
• Assist in technical problem solving.

Requirements

• A student of Junior or Senior academic standing, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn and be part of a collaborative team
• Upholds organizational values and integrity
• Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion and accuracy.
• Willing to be located onsite at GITs Manufacturing in Urbandale, IA

Our mission is to be a trusted workplace for team members to be their whole selves at work. A company that people love and positively impacts the lives of all whom we touch.

be your best self

At Interstate Batteries, you have the chance to be excellent at work and excellent at life. We know that professional success depends on personal wellbeing. That's why we want to enrich your life with the tools and services you need to succeed in every area of your life. Join us!

Purpose of Job:

• Develop relationships with customers
• to sell
• determine needs
• fact find
• recommend
• give best top-notch customer care over the phone possible
• Provide quotes
• Manage accounts for the All Battery Centers
• Prospect and sell to new accounts
• Service all commercial account battery needs and issues with a friendly attitude and competitive prices

Job Components:

• 70% - make telesales calls every day, get new accounts and sell as much as possible.
• 15% - quotes, paperwork (including adding and running numbers and reports).
• 15% - entering orders.
• Achieve quality goals set by Sales department.
• Strategizing with store managers on game plans for reaching sales goals.
• Utilizing “Hot Buttons” to further develop customer relationships.
• Develop and maintain cooperative, professional relationships with customers, store managers, co-workers and supervisory staff
• Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to periodic changes in customer assignments and in achieving departmental goals

Qualifications:

• People skills-ability to communicate, work and deal with all personalities.
• Sales skills or ability to develop sales skills.
• Computer and typing experience very helpful.
• Common sense.
• Positive attitude.
• Prior computer knowledge (typing skills).
• Dependable.
• Ability to articulate clearly.
• Able to successfully complete battery training provided by Interstate.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year prior telesales experience highly desired.

Scope Data:

• Meet monthly budget goals
• Be a team player.
• Ability to interact well with all personality types.
• Track orders and dollar amount of orders.
• Meet and surpass monthly goals.
• Manage database and accounts over 60 to 90 days.
• Procedures for completing work have been established and a number of specific guidelines are available. The number of guidelines and work situations requires the employee to use judgment in locating and selecting the most appropriate guidelines, references, and procedures, and sometimes to make minor deviations. Works with some independence; frequent review of issues with immediate manager.

Work Environment:

• Ability to sit at a computer and talk on the phone for long periods of time.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, i.e. lifting boxes of computer paper.

Note: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.

Interstate Batteries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstate Batteries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Interstate Batteries expressly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal law.

Financial Highlights – Enjoy an Immediate Pay Raise and Professional Growth!

$10k Fast Start Bonus Per Month for 12 months, $120k First Year, requires one new commercial account with at least 250 employees, every two weeks.

$2,500 First Week Training Pay for the first five training days.

$500 per virtual appointment bonus with food with no bonus limit.

Up to $1500 per week for meeting minimum call and one qualified onsite appointment.

200% of the profit margin for the first 90 days of orders shipped.

40% to 59% of the profit margin after 90 days

Up to $10k new client account credits

Up to $5k new account donation credits

Up to $400 of gift cards for business building activities

GHA Technologies, Inc. has become the #1 Employee-Owned Value-Added Reseller in America. Past rewards have included #1 Microsoft Western Region VAR, #1 fastest growing company in Arizona, #69 on the CRN Solution Provider 500, #15 2018 CRN Fast Growth 150 List.

We sell the latest AI technologies from Nvidia, Dell, HP, Microsoft, Google, Cisco, Lenovo, Apple, VMWare, Adobe, APC, IBM, Nutanix, EMC, Pure Storage, Samsung, Intel, Eaton, and all the hottest AI and Green Data Center, Virtualization, Energy Conservation, Cloud, Storage, Security, Wireless, SD Wan, Video, Identification, and Power Technologies! We also specialize in mission critical product procurement and integration services for some of the largest Corporate, Government, and Education clients in America! Our client base is a who's who of corporate America!

GHA employee owners will receive stock shares every year on top of our industry’s leading commissions, bonuses, and promotional offerings!

Mission critical, online, vast E Commerce distribution network coast-to-coast warehouse locations support just-in-time delivery.

Super convenient, orders placed by 9:00 p.m. EST (8:00 p.m. CST) can be received the next morning for in-stock items.

Secure, 24-hour access to your own personal portal customized with special pricing on more than 2 million top selling products from 3,500 manufacturers in the USA and across the globe.

We are currently HIRING experienced Sales Professionals nationwide with a minimum of three years direct technology sales experience.

We offer a highly lucrative earnings and benefits package with top salespeople earning between $96,000 to $2,000,000 annually. W-2 Employment, Medical, Dental, and HSA Benefits, 401K Retirement Plan, and GHA company stock ownership (ESOP) plan.

Please email your resume to and schedule a strictly confidential interview.

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