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Safety Officer

Who We Are

Vantage Point Solutions is a trusted consulting firm serving electric cooperatives, utilities, broadband providers, and other critical infrastructure organizations nationwide. We partner with our clients to strengthen safety, compliance, and operational excellence—because protecting people, systems, and communities is at the core of everything we do.

Position Summary

The Safety Officer is responsible for supporting and enhancing safety programs for Vantage Point Solutions and its clients. This role works closely with internal teams and client leadership to promote a strong safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, conduct training, and mitigate workplace risks. The ideal candidate is a proactive safety professional who is comfortable working in the field, building relationships, and translating safety standards into practical, real-world solutions.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of safety programs, policies, and procedures
• Conduct safety audits, job site inspections, and risk assessments for internal operations and client sites
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and documentation
• Provide safety training, toolbox talks, and educational materials to employees and clients
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, NFPA, and other applicable safety regulations
• Maintain safety records, reports, and metrics; assist with regulatory reporting as needed
• Collaborate with project managers, field staff, and client leadership to reinforce a culture of safety
• Serve as a safety resource for questions, guidance, and best practices

Required Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in a safety-related role (utilities, construction, telecom, or industrial environments preferred)
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and general industry safety standards
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel to client sites as needed
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Safety certifications such as OSHA 30, CSP, ASP, CHST, or equivalent
• Experience supporting electric utilities, cooperatives, or broadband/telecom operations
• Training or facilitation experience
• Familiarity with safety management systems and incident tracking tools

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers competitive pay and an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401(k), and more.

About Vantage Point Solutions

Vantage Point Solutions was founded in 2002 by a team who believed in putting people – both employees and clients – first. VPS is a customer-focused, technology-driven engineering and consulting firm serving the broadband, power, and financial industries.

The entire team is driven by a commitment to client satisfaction. We work hard to foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and commitment (with a good mix of camaraderie and fun, too).

EEO

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

Payroll Specialist

Sioux Falls, SD

Full-Time | Hourly

Reach new heights in your career with one of the fastest growing industries in the country! At VIKOR, you have the opportunity to challenge yourself and become part of a team that strives for unity and is dedicated to elevation.

VIKOR is currently looking to add to its team of dedicated individuals with a Payroll Specialist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and company requirements. This role provides direct support to employees, managers, and leadership by managing payroll tasks, responding to payroll-related questions, and assisting with reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities

Payroll Processing

• Execute weekly payroll accurately and timely.
• Enter, maintain, and process employee data, including compensation, time worked, paid leave, deductions, withholdings, and address changes.
• Reconcile payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
• Issue or reissue replacement direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.

Day-to-Day Payroll Management

• Manage reimbursements, deductions, garnishments, child support, and per diem.
• Review HR actions for compensation changes.
• Maintain crew report tracker and time entries.
• Track reimbursements, HSA reports, and profit-sharing entries.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, and charitable contributions.
• Record and process federal and state payroll tax deposits.
• Prepare and submit payroll-related reports (BLS, GOED).
• Assist the Payroll Manager with data collection for certified and union payroll reporting.

Employee Support & Training

• Answer employee questions and resolve paycheck issues.
• Support Crew Chief training and provide payroll clarity to new team members.

Annual & Periodic Duties

• Process annual items such as W-2s, and bonuses.

Other Duties

• Perform additional payroll-related responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills with extreme attention to detail, especially in high-volume, date entry heavy environments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with, or ability to quickly learn, payroll software (Paylocity experience preferred).

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, with at least six months in payroll preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional 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. You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), 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 nations economic prosperity. Being a CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.

Duty Locations Incentives available for some locations

You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations: (list truncated for brevity include full list in production)

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future; however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty location in another geographic location within the United States.

Salary and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives and Benefits

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:
GS-9: $61,111 - $124,443 per year

Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.

Officers are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, generous annual and sick leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.

LOCATION INCENTIVES: If you accept one of the duty locations listed below, you may be eligible to receive an additional 15%-25% of your salary each year for the first three (3) years of employment in addition to any overtime pay. Some locations may offer 25% for four (4) years.

Duty locations offering 25% recruitment incentives: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Key West, FL; etc.

Duty locations offering 15% recruitment incentives: Honolulu, HI; Portal, ND; etc.

Duty location offering 10% recruitment incentives: Calexico, CA

Qualifications:

You qualify for the GS-9 grade level in one of the following ways: experience, education, or a combination of both.

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes:

• Detaining suspected violators of federal, state, or local laws and/or arresting violators using the proper law enforcement methods.
• Enforcing laws and regulations relating to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping.
• Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats.
• Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity.

Education Substitution: A master's (or higher) degree or an LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university; OR

Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience AND successfully completed graduate-level education.

Other Requirements:

• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Residency: Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
• Age Restriction: Must be referred before your 40th birthday (some exceptions apply).
• Veterans Preference: Eligible veterans may qualify for excepted service appointment.

Formal Training: Includes two-week orientation and 101-day academy at FLETC in Glynco, GA. Spanish training may be required for certain locations.

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button on this site. Youll be directed to the CBP Talent Network page. Select "Customs and Border Protection Officer" as your Position of Interest. Youll receive a link to the official job posting on USAJOBS to complete your application. Be sure to follow all instructions.

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