Information Technology Jobs in Sherrills Ford
14 positions found
$18 / hour
This positon may include:
- Washes and cleans trash and spills off of park midways.
- Washes down park midways with a hose.
- Uses leaf blowers to sweep up debris.
Some of our amazing perks and benefits:
- FREE admission to Carowinds and other parks!
- FREE tickets for friends and family!
- 10% discounts on food and 20% discounts on merchandise!
- Work with people from here, near, and from all over the world!
- Exclusive associate-only events!
Apply now if you're looking for a rewarding job that's also FUN! Carowinds offers convenient hours for high school or college students, retirees, or anyone seeking an awesome part-time opportunity. Our jobs can lead to a successful future by developing resume-building skills as well as gaining knowledge through training and work experience.
Positions are currently available for those who are 18 or older.
Responsibilities:
We are here to make people happy!! Carowinds associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and memories to last lifetime! They are crucial to providing guests with a variety of engaging activities that reflect and uphold our core values of Integrity, Courtesy, and Inclusiveness.
Qualifications:
- You!
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Carowinds.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Valid driver's license.
$18 / hour
This positon may include:
- Washes and cleans trash and spills off of park midways.
- Washes down park midways with a hose.
- Uses leaf blowers to sweep up debris.
Some of our amazing perks and benefits:
- FREE admission to Carowinds and other parks!
- FREE tickets for friends and family!
- 10% discounts on food and 20% discounts on merchandise!
- Work with people from here, near, and from all over the world!
- Exclusive associate-only events!
Apply now if you're looking for a rewarding job that's also FUN! Carowinds offers convenient hours for high school or college students, retirees, or anyone seeking an awesome part-time opportunity. Our jobs can lead to a successful future by developing resume-building skills as well as gaining knowledge through training and work experience.
Positions are currently available for those who are 18 or older.
Responsibilities:
We are here to make people happy!! Carowinds associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and memories to last lifetime! They are crucial to providing guests with a variety of engaging activities that reflect and uphold our core values of Integrity, Courtesy, and Inclusiveness.
Qualifications:
- You!
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Carowinds.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Valid driver's license.
Responsibilities:
Improvisational & Character Actors + Show Hosts: Be over the top and confident! You will be provided with audition sides to read from upon check in. We do not expect you to memorize this, but we do want to see you try new things and make BOLD choices when reading for us. You may also be asked to improvise during the audition. Please be sure to include any improvisation experience on your resume.
Qualifications:
Improvisational & Character Actors + Show Hosts: Be over the top and confident! You will be provided with audition sides to read from upon check in. We do not expect you to memorize this, but we do want to see you try new things and make BOLD choices when reading for us. You may also be asked to improvise during the audition. Please be sure to include any improvisation experience on your resume.
$16.50 / hour
Safety is a top priority here at Carowinds, and our Safety team is full of professional and compassionate individuals dedicated to caring for others. Carowinds is looking for EMTs to provide emergency and non-emergency care to all of our Guests and associates. As part of this team, you'll staff the park's First Aid office and respond to medical calls on property. You'll also:
- Provides basic clinical, life support and/or emergency care to guests and associates including wound care, removing splinters, dispensing over-the-counter medications and patient assessments.
- Processes and completes departmental paperwork thoroughly, accurately and legibly as well as maintains high degree of confidentiality.
- Maintains all first aid facilities, vehicles, and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition. Performs cleaning duties according to OSHA and Park Blood-Borne Pathogen Requirements.
- Performs and interprets pre-employment urine drug screens. Collects and processes urine specimens for post-incident, reasonable cause and random drug screens.
- Assists with weekly, monthly, quarterly safety inspections and immediately reports hazardous conditions. Documents findings as directed.
- Assists First Aid Supervisor in random skills testing and auditing throughout the season.
Some of our amazing perks and benefits:
- FREE admission to Carowinds and other parks!
- FREE tickets for friends and family!
- 10% discounts on food and 20% discounts on merchandise!
- Work with people from here, near, and from all over the world!
- Exclusive associate-only events!
Apply now if you're looking for a rewarding job that's also FUN! Carowinds offers convenient hours for anyone seeking an awesome part-time opportunity. Our jobs can lead to a successful future by developing resume-building skills as well as gaining knowledge through training and work experience.
Positions are currently available for those who are 18 or older
Responsibilities:
We are here to make people happy!! Carowinds associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and memories to last lifetime! They are crucial to providing guests with a variety of engaging activities that reflect and uphold our core values of Integrity, Courtesy, and Inclusiveness.
Qualifications:
- Must possess valid NC, SC or NR EMT Certification (EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-P). SC and NR EMT's must obtain NC EMT
- Certification within 90 days of employment.
- Must possess a current American Heart Association CPR Healthcare Provider or MEDIC/ Mecklenburg County Focused CPR Certification
- Must possess a valid and current Driver's License.
- Ability to demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to recognize problems and propose solutions.
- Ability to exercise good judgment regardless of circumstance.
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
- Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law.
- Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.
Job Status/Type: Full time
Position Level: Level II
Shift/ Schedule Requirements: Ability to work various shifts and days including nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
Assists with the maintenance and installation of all the HVAC needs in the Parks. Performs services of diagnosing, trouble-shooting and installing air conditioning and heating systems, air supply and return plenums with duct board, and flex ducting. Responsibilities and requirements may vary by location.
Benefits:
- 3 weeks paid vacation (6 sick days, 8 paid holidays)
- Several medical coverage options to fit your needs best
- 401K match
- Maintenance-specific scholarships available
- FREE entry to ALL our parks and water parks!
Perks:
- Yearly maintenance appreciation week celebration
- Complimentary tickets for friends and family
- Discounts on food and park merchandise
- Full-time and part-time employee events and gatherings
Responsibilities:
- Installs, repairs, adjusts, maintains, retrofits, and troubleshoots refrigerant controls, compressors, heat pumps, split systems, ductless splits, packaged units, electric motors, motor controls, commercial furnaces and related controls, water pumps, exhaust fans, unit heaters, economizers, humidifiers, capacity controls, sizes of air compressors and air dryers, and related accessories and controls, chillers, (reciprocating, screw and centrifugal), cooling towers, automation control systems, and all types of glycol systems.
- Maintains accurate and up to date records and logs of all work performed.
- Makes recommendations for improvements, modifications, upgrades and report findings to supervisor on a timely basis.
- Assists with major overhauls, modifications, and alterations as required.
- Ensures the safe operation of each work area and each work project.
- Assists with general cleaning, inspection, and reassemble equipment as needed.
- Assists in the maintenance of various other equipment, such as food preparation equipment, on an as needed or as assigned basis.
- Maintains all required EPA documentation and follows all EPA and AQMD rules when working with refrigerants, oils, and other regulated chemicals.
- Repairs and maintains various types of walk-in and reach-in coolers and freezers throughout the facility.
- Interacts with and communicates with various groups and individuals, such as the immediate supervisor, other Park managers and staff, co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, inspectors, etc.
- Provides guest service according to Six Flags standards when serving the guest, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions, and giving directions.
- Maintains cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and performs all duties in compliance with Six Flags safety guidelines and requirements and reports all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervisor.
- Meets scheduling availability requirements, including nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
- Meets Six Flags’s attendance requirements as outlined in Six Flags attendance policies.
- Adheres to Six Flags’s code of conduct including costuming and grooming standards as outlined in employees’ Guidelines and other park/division specific policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Responsibilities Differentiation:
Performs most kinds of HVAC required in the park: seeks guidance on most complex HVAC work. Works well with customers and able to explain issues that may arise.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Proficient in most aspects of HVAC function. Good verbal communication skills, ability to explain complex HVAC issues with customers in a way they understand. Good judgment, decision making and problem solving skills.
Education:
High school graduate or equivalent. Vocational training preferred.
License or Certification:
Valid driver’s license. Gas Fitter 1 license required in applicable states. CFC recovery certification required in applicable states. Canada: Trade license or equivalent depending on trade.
Experience:
Typically requires 2-4 years of HVAC experience. Refrigeration experience preferred.
Equivalency:
Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the above requirements.
Our team of Entertainment Team Leads work with performers, associates, and guests to ensure safety for all as well as creating memorable entertainment and event experiences parkwide. This role supervises associates in the park daily, assists with training, scheduling, evaluating, disciplining, and supporting teams on location. As an Entertainment leader, you will work to ensure departmental goals and objectives are communicated and implemented by personnel under your supervision. Positions vary on parkwide Entertainment operations and programming ranging from working with the Character Program, Special Event/Festival programming, Technical/Production team, Costumes/Cosmetology team, or even in a Stage Management capacity with the Shows team. As a leader, your ability to lead a team, communication skills, positive attitude, and attention to detail assist us in delivering an excellent guest entertainment experience daily.
Apply now if you're looking for a rewarding job that's also FUN! Our jobs can lead to a successful future by developing resume-building skills as well as gaining knowledge through training and work experience.
Responsibilities:
Entertainment Team Lead daily assigned duties may vary depending on location/program assignment & may include tasks such as:
Supervising daily operations within the Entertainment department
Opening/closing locations ensuring cleanliness in guest facing areas as well as backstage areas
Promotes teamwork and creates a positive & safe work environment for all
Monitor & report associate timekeeping ensuring all park policies are followed daily
Maintain associate schedules in UKG
Ensure all program elements are safe, properly operating, & clean
Provide excellent customer service for our guests
Supporting our teams daily to produce superior guest entertainment experiences
Resolves guest and associate concerns following proper protocols and procedures
Communicate with various teams within the Entertainment department efficiently & respectfully
Establishes & maintains good working relationships with other park departments and partners
Coordinate and carry out logistics for special events & activations in park as assigned
Accurately completes necessary daily paperwork including reports, files, and venue checklists
Follows and enforces all park & department policies and procedures
Monitors and reports supply inventory levels to upper management to ensure adequate supplies to complete job tasks
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
You!
Positive attitude and readiness to bring the FUN by making our entertainment programming come to life.
Ability to pass a background check.
Maneuverability and mobility to move from location to location within the park daily.
People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
Individuals with a passion and excitement about Carowinds.
Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays
Here at Carowinds, we strive to be an inviting and diverse place for entertainment professionals to thrive. We invite ALL types of interested performers, technicians, and theatre artists to apply! When we say ALL, we mean it. If you think you are the wrong size, shape, age, etc. please show up anyways! We want to see you and your talents!
MUST AUDITION FOR THIS ROLE
NEXT IN PERSON AUDITION: SATURDAY FEBRUARY 7th
10:00AM Check in for Dancers & Movers/Costume Characters
10:30AM - 12:30PM Dancers
12:30PM - 1:30PM Movers (Costume Characters) 1:30PM Check in for Singers, Actors, Costume Characters 2:00PM - 4:00PM Singers, Actors, & Costume Characters
Singers must provide their own music track showcasing an upbeat pop song and a musical theatre song. Actors will be reading from a selection of sides provided upon check in.
Costume Characters must be no taller than 5'3"
Virtual Submissions & Special Skill Submissions (such as stilt walking, jumping stilts, cirque skills, etc.) may be submitted virtually no later than February 14th to to be considered for Spring/Summer casting.
Responsibilities:
Singers & Singer/Dancers: When picking your audition piece, please keep in mind that our shows include high energy pop, rock, and even country music. Please prepare 2 contrasting vocal selections showing versatile styles- your best 16-32 bars of each. Aux cord will be provided for In Person Auditions. You MAY NOT sing a cappella. FOR IN PERSON AUDITIONS, please dress appropriately in case you are asked to do a movement combination.
Dancers: Our shows mix traditional musical theatre and jazz with hip hop and even dance team styles of choreography. Are you a tumbler? Are you a classically trained ballerina? Are you an aspiring Rockette? We want to see all of that! Come prepared to learn a high-energy dance combination. Please plan to dress professionally, in a way that allows for movement. Please also bring at least 2 types of shoes.
Improvisational & Character Actors + Show Hosts: Be over the top and confident! You will be provided with audition sides to read from upon check in. We do not expect you to memorize this, but we do want to see you try new things and make BOLD choices when reading for us. You may also be asked to improvise during the audition. Please be sure to include any improvisation experience on your resume.
Qualifications:
You!
Ability to sing, dance, or perform in a theatrical role.
Ability to demonstrate basic acting ability and stage presence.
People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
Individuals with a passion and excitement about Carowinds.
Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Join the Carowinds Entertainment Team
As an essential part of the Entertainment department, our team of Festival & Event Attendants/Ushers work together to ensure safety for all as well as creating memorable festival and event experiences parkwide. Whether it's encouraging guest interaction with activations on the midway, to greeting guests at event/festival locations, to assisting with special events we need your personable skills, positive attitude, and attention to detail to assist us in delivering an excellent guest experience safely.
- You'll be supporting Seasonal Festivals and Special Events parkwide such as:
- Festival of Music
- Education Days & Youth Events
- Spring Break Days
- Viva La Fiesta
- Grad Nite
POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO ARE 16 OR OLDER.
Apply now if you're looking for a rewarding job that's also FUN! Carowinds offers convenient hours for high school or college students, retirees, or anyone seeking an awesome part-time opportunity. Our jobs can lead to a successful future by developing resume-building skills as well as gaining knowledge through training and work experience.
- Some of our amazing perks and benefits:
- FREE admission to Carowinds and other Six Flags parks!
- FREE tickets for friends and family I
- 10% discounts on food and 20% discounts on merchandise!
- Work with people from here, near, and from all over the world I
- Exclusive associate-only events!
Responsibilities:
As part of the Carowinds Entertainment team, daily assigned duties vary & may include tasks such as:
- Encouraging participation with engaging activities such as crafts or photo ops
- Entertaining guests by providing positive interactions with midway activations
- Assist youth and school groups with their participation in parkwide performances from set up to clean up
- Taking pictures for guests and answering questions about the park
- Assisting with facilitating special events
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- You!
- Positive attitude and ability to speak in front of crowds.
- Individuals who choose to celebrate special occasions loudly and proudly.
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Carowinds.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Our team of Entertainment Team Leads work with performers, associates, and guests to ensure safety for all as well as creating memorable entertainment and event experiences parkwide. This role supervises associates in the park daily, assists with training, scheduling, evaluating, disciplining, and supporting teams on location. As an Entertainment leader, you will work to ensure departmental goals and objectives are communicated and implemented by personnel under your supervision. Positions vary on parkwide Entertainment operations and programming ranging from working with the Character Program, Special Event/Festival programming, Technical/Production team, Costumes/Cosmetology team, or even in a Stage Management capacity with the Shows team. As a leader, your ability to lead a team, communication skills, positive attitude, and attention to detail assist us in delivering an excellent guest entertainment experience daily.
Apply now if you're looking for a rewarding job that's also FUN! Our jobs can lead to a successful future by developing resume-building skills as well as gaining knowledge through training and work experience.
Responsibilities:
Entertainment Team Lead daily assigned duties may vary depending on location/program assignment & may include tasks such as:
- Supervising daily operations within the Entertainment department
- Opening/closing locations ensuring cleanliness in guest facing areas as well as backstage areas
- Promotes teamwork and creates a positive & safe work environment for all
- Monitor & report associate timekeeping ensuring all park policies are followed daily
- Maintain associate schedules in UKG
- Ensure all program elements are safe, properly operating, & clean
- Provide excellent customer service for our guests
- Supporting our teams daily to produce superior guest entertainment experiences
- Resolves guest and associate concerns following proper protocols and procedures
- Communicate with various teams within the Entertainment department efficiently & respectfully
- Establishes & maintains good working relationships with other park departments and partners
- Coordinate and carry out logistics for special events & activations in park as assigned
- Accurately completes necessary daily paperwork including reports, files, and venue checklists
- Follows and enforces all park & department policies and procedures
- Monitors and reports supply inventory levels to upper management to ensure adequate supplies to complete job tasks
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- You!
- Positive attitude and readiness to bring the FUN by making our entertainment programming come to life.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Maneuverability and mobility to move from location to location within the park daily.
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
- Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Individuals with a passion and excitement about Carowinds.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.
Our world class sales and sales support teams work directly with businesses of all sizes to offer products and services to meet our customers’ unique needs. We are committed to understanding our customers and use best-in-class sales tools and technology to find the best solutions. We’re constantly discovering new ways to reach our goals, taking time to develop our skills and investing in our career growth, so we can enjoy lucrative opportunities and grow our careers both within and beyond sales.??
As a Key Account Executive supporting State, Local, and Education (SLED) clients, you will be at the forefront of driving growth and delivering exceptional value to our customers across the U.S. This position is a vital part of our world-class sales organization, connecting businesses with the products and solutions they need to thrive. We’re seeking passionate professionals ready to leverage cutting-edge tools, collaborate across functions, and build lasting customer relationships. By joining Staples, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that is committed to your success and development.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Revenue responsibility of $30-40M
- Utilize prescribed selling tools to prioritize activities and drive efficiency, as well as to document customer engagement and information (ex: Prioritized Insights and SFDC)
- Profitably grow book of business by hunting programming and all opportunities across the full account hierarchy.
- Partner with Outside Developers to drive sales through program compliance at all account sites
- Lead Key Account selling team (i.e. category experts, site development, CSM, sales engineers, etc.) to execute account growth plan
- Collaborate with Revenue Management Team on specific opportunities to make discretionary pricing decisions based on knowledge of the account and assessment of future spend potential, as well as pass BPIs based on contract language
- Exhibit high level of business acumen and sales methodologies to discover incremental opportunities and align with the customers’ vision and initiatives (ex: I&D, sustainability, HR), as well as understand competitive landscape
- Expertise of customer industry buying process and ability to support product selection and standardization of products assortments.
- Engage CSM to manage customer experience and complete customer maintenance requests.
- Establishes and maintains business management relationships with the senior executive team members within customer base.
- Experience in Education, State & Local Government beneficial but not a requirement
What You Bring to the Table:
- Strong drive and a desire to win
- Strong aversion to complacency
- Proven ability to view rejection as a learning opportunity and double down on next best actions
- Experience and proven track record of managing programs or business development
- Ability to interface at customer’s most senior levels
- Strong ability to develop and deliver presentations
- Consultative selling, solutions selling, insight selling, negotiation and advanced client management skills
- Ability to set targets, design customer growth plans and work with product category sales team members
- Strong business, financial, operations and technology acumen
- Ability to analyze customer data, business and industry trends to create tailored solutions for customers based upon Staples value proposition
- Ability to function independently with minimal daily supervision
What’s Needed- Basic Qualifications:
- Experience and proven track record of managing programs or business development
- Solid knowledge of Office Supplies including facility and breakroom, technology products, business furniture, print and promotional products
- Ability to interface at customer’s most senior levels
- Strong ability to develop and deliver presentations face to face and virtually
- Consultative selling, solutions selling, insight selling, negotiation and advanced client management skills
- Ability design strategic customer growth plans and work with product category sales team members
- Strong business, financial, operations and technology acumen
- Ability to analyze customer data, business and industry trends to create tailored solutions for customers based upon Staples value proposition
- Ability to function independently with minimal daily supervision
- Negotiating: Individual will oversee pricing negotiations for specific sales opportunities.
- Lead Team selling: Individual will be responsible for coordinating and executing account planning processes in conjunction with category experts and customer experience teams.
- Adaptable to change
What’s Needed - Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience
- Experience working with Gov’t and Education Coops
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other basic software tools
- Worked cross-functionally in a large, complex company
- Prior account management and prospective experience with Fortune 1000 accounts
- Had responsibility for a sales budget and track record of exceeding quota
- Managed a complex deal shaping from start to finish
- Experience with business-to-business sales process
- Had responsibility to retain and grow accounts
We Offer:
- Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
- Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)
- Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!
- Base salary $62,000 - $86,000 plus commissions
Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the diversity of our people, products, and services.
The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, geography, business considerations, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for bonuses, or other forms of variable compensation.?
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law
At Staples, “inclusion” is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. This is why we work hard to foster an inclusive culture, as we seek employees with unique and varied perspectives and areas of expertise. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers’ expectations – through the power of the people behind our iconic brand. Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.Border Patrol Agent (BPA) – in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector (Entry Level)
A MISSION WORTHY OF A CAREER!
If you’re looking for “just a job,” then stop reading right now. But, if you’re looking for a long-term federal law enforcement career, one that makes a difference every day to our country and its citizens, then the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) would like you to take the first step to becoming an entry level Border Patrol Agent.
USBP is hiring immediately to
fill full-time, entry-level, career
positions in federal law enforcement where your prior experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify. Train and work with an elite team of professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and sense of purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.
Now is the time to make your move because, along with excellent base pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability,
USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives (see details below).
Salary and Benefits
Annual base salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $51,632 - $92,219 per year. 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 eligible for up to $20,000 in incentives. 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 such as Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer or Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or 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
IMPORTANT NOTICED: 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.
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.
Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:>
Big Bend Sector Stations - *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 - *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 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.
We're on the hunt for curious, motivated individuals to test and review online money-making opportunities featured on FinanceBuzz. If you enjoy discovering new platforms and sharing your experience, this flexible gig could be perfect for you.
Responsibilities:
Explore and try various side hustle options (cashback sites, survey apps, etc.)
Document and report your experience with each platform
Track potential earnings and ease of use
Share insights to help improve user recommendations
Requirements:
Basic tech skills and a stable internet connection
Comfortable navigating apps and websites
Ability to work independently
No prior experience required
Benefits:
Set your own schedule – work anytime, from anywhere
Try real ways to earn money online
Get paid to share honest feedback
Ideal for side-income seekers, students, or remote workers
Start exploring side hustle opportunities here.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
We’re offering a role for someone who wants to lead their own side-income project in their spare time. You’ll explore various proven side hustles, select the ones that fit your lifestyle, and run them like mini projects.
You’ll get curated content to guide your decisions. The goal is to find manageable, sustainable income streams that don’t interfere with your full-time role.
Responsibilities:
Evaluate side-hustle options and pick those you believe you can execute
Plan and carry out your selected projects or tasks
Track metrics—time invested, return, conversion rates
Refine your focus toward the best-performing hustles
Requirements:
Employed full time or committed to another primary role
Basic skills for remote work (internet, device)
Project mindset: set goals, measure outcomes, adjust
Persistence and consistency
Strong Traits:
Analytical
Willing to adapt
Growth-oriented
Benefits:
No fixed schedule
Remote and flexible
Ability to scale your side work over time
Tools and guidance included
This position is for individuals who want to develop a side income stream while still working full time. You will test different small-scale remote opportunities, learn what works, and grow what produces results.
You’ll use the resources provided to guide you, but your path is self-driven. Over time, you might focus more on the hustles that bring the highest returns.
Responsibilities:
Review and apply different side-hustle ideas tailored for people with full jobs
Execute tasks, manage projects or gigs you select
Keep a simple record of your time vs. earnings
Iterate and improve your approach as you go
Requirements:
Stable full-time job or core commitment
Access to internet and device for remote work
Willingness to test ideas and adapt
Organization, follow-through, and consistency
Bonus Skills:
Ability to analyze which hustles are viable
Comfort with trial and error
Some prior side-gig experience (but not required)
Benefits:
Fully remote
Flexible hours
Potential to grow side income steadily
No micromanagement
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
