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This role oversees water treatment systems, monitors water quality, supports compliance with FDA/FSMA, and ensure all water used in manufacturing, sanitation, ingredient preparation and CIP systems is compliant with internal, customer, and regulatory expectations.
Essential Functions Water Quality Monitoring & ControlConduct routine sampling/testing following PMO Chapter 7 and company requirements.
Maintain and calibrate water analysis equipment (e.g.
chlorine meters, turbidity meters…).
Maintain accurate logs for raw, treated, and post-treatment water.
Conduct trend analysis to identify areas with continuous improvement opportunity.
Water System ManagementMonitor and maintain water treatment, filtration, RO, UV and/or chemical dosing systems.
Manage water inventory through planning and predicting production of potable water and purchase of city water.
Ensure proper functioning of backflow preventers, piping, storage tanks and distribution systems.
Participate in maintenance planning and troubleshooting of water system components.
Maintain sanitary design and hygienic standards for all water contact infrastructure, including: CIP rinse and final rinse water.
Direct-contact water used in equipment, valves, and product pathways.
Auxiliary systems (condensate of whey/evaporator water reuse, RO water, softened water).
Ensure proper function and sanitation of water filtration, reverse osmosis/polishers, chemical treatment (chlorination, chlorine dioxide generation…), UV systems, and CIP integrated water routes.
Partner with Maintenance to troubleshoot water heaters, boilers, supply lines, and backflow preventers.
ComplianceEnsure water quality meets PMO Chapter 7 requirements, FDA/FSMA Preventive Controls, and state dairy regulations.
Maintain complete water system records for FDA/state inspections, IMS audits, and third-party audits.
Support hazard analyses (HACCP/PC) with specific focus on water as an ingredient and indirect-contact risk factor.
Lead water-related corrective action investigations and preventive action documentation.
Documentation, Reporting & Continuous ImprovementMaintain water sampling schedules, test results, calibration records, and system maintenance documentation.
Update and manage SOPs and SSOPs for dairy water systems, CIP water use, and water testing protocols.
Provide monthly reports to Quality/Food Safety leadership summarizing trends, deviations, and system performance.
Identify opportunities to optimize water usage, reduce chemical consumption, and improve microbial control.
Training & Cross-Functional SupportTrain CIP operators, production, and sanitation teams on proper water quality expectations and testing procedures.
Support Engineering during new equipment installations or modifications to ensure water contact areas meet sanitary design.
Serve as the dairy plant's subject matter expert during customer visits, SQF/BRC audits, and regulatory inspections.
Competencies Page Break Problem Solving/Analysis Integrity Dependable Strong Communication Skills Teamwork Innovative Computer Skills Time Management/Initiative Attentive to detail Continuous Learning Page Break Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no supervisory responsibilities but will provide guidance and direction to plant staff.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in an office, lab and plant environment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
Exposed to extreme temperature variations.
The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position, typically working Monday through Friday.
This position may require some work on weekends and holidays.TravelLess than five percent travel expected for this position.
Required Education, Experience & Certifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Microbiology, Environmental Science, or related field—or equivalent experience.
2+ years in dairy manufacturing, water treatment, or environmental monitoring.
Understanding of CIP systems, dairy sanitation, and hygienic design principles.
Familiarity with PMO Chapter 7, FSMA, and state dairy regulatory requirements.
Experience with microbial testing, water analysis equipment, and trend evaluation.
Preferred Education , Experience & Certifications Bilingual in English/Spanish.
HACCP and/or Preventive Controls Qualified Individual certification.
Experience with RO systems, evaporator condensate reuse (COW), and dairy utility systems.
Knowledge of SSOP development, CIP troubleshooting, and environmental microbiology.
Additional Eligibility QualificationsMinimum age requirement is 18.
Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job.
Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.
Position Summary The Water Specialist ensures all product contact water (city water and plant generated potable water) used in the facility meets regulatory FDA Grade ‘A' Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO) requirements and internal food safety and quality standards. This role oversees water treatment systems, monitors water quality, supports compliance with FDA/FSMA, and ensure all water used in manufacturing, sanitation, ingredient preparation and CIP systems is compliant with internal, customer, and regulatory expectations. Essential Functions
Water Quality Monitoring & ControlConduct routine sampling/testing following PMO Chapter 7 and company requirements.
Maintain and calibrate water analysis equipment (e.g. chlorine meters, turbidity meters…).
Maintain accurate logs for raw, treated, and post-treatment water.
Conduct trend analysis to identify areas with continuous improvement opportunity.
Water System ManagementMonitor and maintain water treatment, filtration, RO, UV and/or chemical dosing systems.
Manage water inventory through planning and predicting production of potable water and purchase of city water.
Ensure proper functioning of backflow preventers, piping, storage tanks and distribution systems.
Participate in maintenance planning and troubleshooting of water system components.
Maintain sanitary design and hygienic standards for all water contact infrastructure, including:
CIP rinse and final rinse water.
Direct-contact water used in equipment, valves, and product pathways.
Auxiliary systems (condensate of whey/evaporator water reuse, RO water, softened water).
Ensure proper function and sanitation of water filtration, reverse osmosis/polishers, chemical treatment (chlorination, chlorine dioxide generation…), UV systems, and CIP integrated water routes.
Partner with Maintenance to troubleshoot water heaters, boilers, supply lines, and backflow preventers.
ComplianceEnsure water quality meets PMO Chapter 7 requirements, FDA/FSMA Preventive Controls, and state dairy regulations.
Maintain complete water system records for FDA/state inspections, IMS audits, and third-party audits.
Support hazard analyses (HACCP/PC) with specific focus on water as an ingredient and indirect-contact risk factor.
Lead water-related corrective action investigations and preventive action documentation.
Documentation, Reporting & Continuous ImprovementMaintain water sampling schedules, test results, calibration records, and system maintenance documentation.
Update and manage SOPs and SSOPs for dairy water systems, CIP water use, and water testing protocols.
Provide monthly reports to Quality/Food Safety leadership summarizing trends, deviations, and system performance.
Identify opportunities to optimize water usage, reduce chemical consumption, and improve microbial control.
Training & Cross-Functional SupportTrain CIP operators, production, and sanitation teams on proper water quality expectations and testing procedures.
Support Engineering during new equipment installations or modifications to ensure water contact areas meet sanitary design.
Serve as the dairy plant's subject matter expert during customer visits, SQF/BRC audits, and regulatory inspections.
Competencies
Page Break Problem Solving/Analysis
Integrity
Dependable
Strong Communication Skills
Teamwork
Innovative
Computer Skills
Time Management/Initiative
Attentive to detail
Continuous Learning
Page Break Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no supervisory responsibilities but will provide guidance and direction to plant staff.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in an office, lab and plant environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Exposed to extreme temperature variations. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position, typically working Monday through Friday. This position may require some work on weekends and holidays.TravelLess than five percent travel expected for this position. Required Education, Experience & Certifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Microbiology, Environmental Science, or related field—or equivalent experience.
2+ years in dairy manufacturing, water treatment, or environmental monitoring.
Understanding of CIP systems, dairy sanitation, and hygienic design principles.
Familiarity with PMO Chapter 7, FSMA, and state dairy regulatory requirements.
Experience with microbial testing, water analysis equipment, and trend evaluation.
Preferred Education
, Experience & Certifications
Bilingual in English/Spanish.
HACCP and/or Preventive Controls Qualified Individual certification.
Experience with RO systems, evaporator condensate reuse (COW), and dairy utility systems.
Knowledge of SSOP development, CIP troubleshooting, and environmental microbiology.
Additional Eligibility QualificationsMinimum age requirement is 18. Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.
This role supports building projects, repairs, and improvements across Valley Queen facilities. The primary focus is on maintaining and improving plant infrastructure
, with hands‑on construction, repair, and maintenance work.What You'll Do
Perform carpentry work
on Valley Queen-owned rental homes, temporary project structures, and other assigned projects
Complete small concrete projects
, including drilling, cutting, demolition, prep work, forming, pouring, and finishing
Install, maintain, and repair flooring systems
, including tile floors
Repair and maintain painted and caulked surfaces
, especially in areas that require heavy wash‑downs using industrial materials
Operate large equipment
for construction projects and snow removal
during winter months
Coordinate and oversee outside contractors
, ensuring work quality meets Valley Queen standards and safety rules
Address facility issues listed in the corrective action system
in a timely manner
Follow all safety, food safety, and quality standards
to support a safe work environment
Complete required safety and quality training
on time
Keep shops, vehicles, tools, and work areas clean, organized, and safe
Use tools, materials, and supplies responsibly to maintain facilities efficiently and cost‑effectively
Look for ways to improve processes, safety, and facility conditions
Skills & Qualities We're Looking For
Strong technical and construction skills
Ability to solve problems
and work independently
Good communication skills
Basic computer skills
Strong time management
and initiative
Takes pride in quality work and safety
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not supervise other employees
Work Environment
Work takes place in a plant and shop setting
May be exposed to noise, moving equipment, vibration, dust, and temperature changes
Use of safety equipment is required
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements are outlined in a separate functional job description
Schedule & Hours
Full‑time position
Typically works 10-12 hour shifts, Monday through Thursday
Fridays as needed
On‑call during winter months
for snow events
Travel
Minimal travel required (less than 5%)
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
Associate degree in a related technical field or
equivalent construction experience
Basic computer skills
Must be at least 18 years old
Must have or be able to obtain a valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Additional Information
This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.Monday - Thursday; Friday's as needed10-hour days w/weather weather-related on-call work.
In this role, you'll help keep our production systems running safely and efficiently. You'll install, repair, calibrate, and maintain the controls and instrumentation that support our food‑processing operations. You'll also help troubleshoot issues, support preventive maintenance, and contribute to projects that improve our equipment and processes.What You'll Do
• Install, maintain, and calibrate controls and instrumentation used in food production.• Develop PLC programs and help design SCADA control system architecture.• Troubleshoot equipment issues, identify root causes, and make effective repairs.• Complete both scheduled and unscheduled repairs on plant equipment.• Read and understand equipment manuals, electrical drawings, P&IDs, and work orders.• Safely operate utility systems (steam, ammonia, compressed air, electrical, water, etc.).• Complete corrective action tasks within 30 days.• Use and handle chemicals safely while wearing proper protective equipment.• Lead and manage large controls projects—from building and programming to testing.• Maintain training required to serve on the emergency response team.• Follow all food safety and GMP requirements to ensure product quality.• Respond quickly to production floor controls requests to prevent lost production time.What You Bring
• Strong technical skills• Good problem‑solving ability• Clear communication• Comfort using computers• Ability to manage your time and take initiativeWork Environment
You'll work in a mix of office, shop, and production plant settings. You may occasionally be exposed to:• loud noise• moving mechanical parts• temperature changes• fumes or airborne particles• vibrationSchedule
This is a full‑time night shift position.You'll work 11-12 hour shifts on an alternating schedule that includes weekends and holidays.This role also participates in an on‑call rotation.Travel
Minimal—less than 5%.Required Education & Experience
• High school diploma or GED• Associate degree in a related technical field OR equivalent years of controls experience• Basic computer skillsPreferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems• Ability to speak both English and SpanishAdditional Requirements
• Must be at least 18 years old• Must have a valid driver's license (or be able to obtain one before starting)Other Notes
This job description is not a complete list of every duty or responsibility. Tasks may change as needed.
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.
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) – in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)
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 - *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 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.
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) - Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)
NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!
Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.
You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience. This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization. Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified.
>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.
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 and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move. 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.
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.
