Jobs in St Albans, VT
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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.
POSITION TITLE: Operations Manager
REPORTING TO: Site Manager
LOCATION: St. Albans, VT
About the role:
The Operations Manager is responsible for directing and managing all plant operations with overall responsibilities for Production and Sanitation; sets and monitors performance of the Plant against balanced scorecard set targets, following all the standards in areas such as people, safety, food safety, quality, manufacturing efficiency, and productivity.
They ensure and nurture a culture of “Safety, Food safety First and Quality Always” mindset across their department, in line with the Barry Callebaut Operating System (BCOS) objective (0 accidents, 0 defects, 0 delays, 0 impact). She/he/they have the responsibility to act and speak up when deviations cannot be solved locally (example: supplier quality). She/he/they ensures compliance with all relevant regulations on a country, local or global level, and constantly seeks improvements through lean principles and people capabilities development towards achieving best in class performance.
SHIFT HOURS: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm. This facility is a 24/7 facility. Candidates must have open availability and be able to work all shifts, including evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays as per the business needs.
Key responsibilities include:
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
- Be a leadership role model living Barry Callebaut values and practicing servant leadership
- Direct and manage plant operations for Production and Sanitation.
- Adhere to and promote GMPs and all other food safety requirements.
- Lead and own the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) PilarLead, direct and controle the day-to-day operational activities of the factory to achieve the quality, operational and financial objectives on short and medium-term in line with the overall master plan.
- Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production as well as quality standards.
- Support the definition and execution of the budget; monitor the cost and effectiveness of production activities to optimize resources, prioritize spending, and achieve volume, quality, and manufacturing standards.
- Direct and monitor Cell Leads to accomplish goals of the manufacturing plan. Act as a liaison between department managers, as well as executive department managers to inform personnel of decisions, policies, and all matters that affect their performance, attitudes, and results.
- Manage the infrastructure and assets of the operations areas and ensure the factory remains under hygienic conditions.
- Work effectively and relate well with others. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others, working to maintain constructive working relationships.
- Identify, recommend and implement changes to improve productivity and reduce cost and scrap, monitor scrap and rework data. Direct the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of production standards.
- Take corrective actions when necessary, in accordance with company policies, as well as complying with current federal, state, and local regulations.
- This is a 24/7 facility. Candidates must have open availability and be able to work all shifts, including evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays as per the business needs.
About you:
- BA/BS in industrial, mechanical, or business administrtion.
- 10+ years’ experience in manufacturing management, preferably in process-orientated operations and/or related industry. A minimum of 5 years’ experience managing a significant segment of a large manufacturer or the entire operation of a smaller manufacturer.
- IWS/TPM Methodology with experience in Autonomous Maintenance, preferred.
- Strong technical background supporting continuous improvement work environment.
- Background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures required.
- Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements.
- Proven business and people management skills.
- Detailed knowledge of plant and manufacturing functional disciplines.
- Change Manager seeking Continuous improvement through lean principles and people capabilities development.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of latest quality and safety laws / regulations.
- Can prove strong focus on procedures (standardizing)
- Good problem-solving abilities.
- lKnowledge in MS Office Suite, SAP Systems and other applications used in manufacturing e.g. scheduling, CMMS, MES, etc.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES & PERSONAL
- STYLEServant Leadership: Leads by example and prioritizes the needs of the team.
- Collaboration: Works effectively within multi-disciplinary teams (CI&TS, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain) while managing individual responsibilities.
- Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse stakeholders, from shop floor staff to management, and with both internal and external clients.
- Interpersonal Skills: Builds strong relationships and negotiates effectively.
- Self-Management: Works independently, multitasks, and meets deadlines under pressure.
- Adaptability: Prioritizes workload and thrives in a dynamic environment.
- Innovation: Applies entrepreneurial and technical skills to develop creative and unconventional solutions.
- Teamwork and Knowledge Sharing: Actively contributes to the team and shares knowledge and expertise.
- Empathy: Demonstrates sensitivity and understanding during periods of change.
What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, plus your birthday off.
- Maternity and Paternity Benefits
- Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility.
- An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!!
- Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth.
- Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.
POSITION TITLE: Associate Trainer, Technical
REPORTING TO: Manufacturing Excellence Manager
LOCATION: St. Albans, VT
About the role:
The Associate Technical Trainer supports the development, delivery, and maintenance of training programs that build employee capability and improve performance. This role updates and creates training materials, delivers handson instruction, evaluates training effectiveness, and partners with Management, Cell Structure Teams (CSTs), and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure accuracy and alignment with organizational standards and processes. It also evaluates training effectiveness and recommends improvements to strengthen overall workforce capability.
SHIFT HOURS: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm with flexibility to change schedule as needed as we are a 24/7 facility.
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Observe all safety, sanitation, GMP and HACCP requirements
- Facilitate training sessions for Standard Work, SOPs, and Work Instructions.
- Provide hands on coaching for new hires and employees transitioning to new positions.
- Support off-shift training needs through scheduled check-ins and meetings.
- Monitor training progress, document completion, and ensure timely trainer/trainee signoffs.
- Maintain SOPs and training content within the Poka system.
- Develop, update, and improve Standard Work documentation.
- Collaborate with CSTs to capture video and photo content for training materials.
- Keep the Training Skills Matrix and OJTs accurate and current for all positions.
- Partner with Trainers and Supervisors to schedule, assign, and track training activities.
- Collaborate with the People & Capability Pillar to prioritize training needs and floor development activities.
- Perform administrative duties such as printing, organizing materials, and tracking completion records.
- Conduct routine check-ins and training audits to verify quality and adherence to standards.
- Ensure training progression is on schedule and meets the needs of each trainee.
- Evaluate trainer effectiveness and provide feedback for improvement.
- Deliver and coordinate a Train-the-Trainer program to standardize trainer capability.
- Follow and reinforce all Safety, Sanitation, GMP, and HACCP requirements.
- Attend additional internal and external training as assigned.
- Day Shift position but must be able to work a flexible shift to accommodate our 24/7 facility.
About you:
- Associates Degree in related field, preferred
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience as a Trainer - familiar with Training Within Industry (TWI) and using software to develop training skills and documentation, preferred
- Facilitation/presentation skills
- Working experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred
- Must be self-motivated and able to work in a team-oriented environment with an emphasis on total customer satisfaction
- Detail oriented and accurate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Technical writing Skills
- Ability to prioritize, manage and complete projects with tight deadlines
- Proficient in computer usage, email, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to lift up to fifty pounds (50)
- Ability to stand for long periods of time on concrete floor
- Ability to sit for long periods of time
- Long periods of computer usage; finger dexterity and hand movement for use of keyboard and mouse, repetitive motion
- Kneel squat, bend, stoop; frequently
- Ability to reach, push, pull; often
- Ability to walk up and down stairs; frequently
- Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures
- Noise level can exceed .85 decibels
What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, plus your birthday off
- Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
- An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
- Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
- Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.
Position title: Technician Level II/Emergency Maintenance Technician (EM)
Location: St. Albans, VT
About the role:
This position is responsible for facilitation of troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, installing, and improving process and packaging equipment to maximize production and maintain high standards in safety and quality. This position also improves maintenance procedures and manufacturing processes for the improvement of safety, quality, delivery, cost and culture.
SHIFT HOURS: Sun - Tues 5:45pm - 6:00am Wed 5:45pm - 12:00am SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: 10% hourly rate.
Key responsibilities include:
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
● Observe all safety, sanitation, GMP and HACCP requirements
● Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems on equipment.
● Demonstrate troubleshooting capabilities on control systems, pumps, motors, pneumatics, and HMIs on complex process and packaging equipment.
● Perform various equipment preventive maintenance tasks as necessary, but routinely in cases requiring advanced technical expertise
● Responsible for safety compliance personally and with equipment.
● Review documentation for maintenance activity using the maintenance database, adequately communicate maintenance issues to appropriate employees (e.g., other maintenance techs, operators, engineers, supervisors, etc.), and properly utilize the maintenance inventory system.
● Train production employees as needed for set-ups, operation of all equipment, etc.
● Participate in projects and/or rebuilds.
● Responsible for food safety as well as meeting all regulatory requirements.
● Assist in day-to-day support of operators for adjustments, setups, and changeovers
About you:
● High School or vocational school diploma
● Minimum of 5 years’ manufacturing experience and 3 years manufacturing maintenance required
● Food manufacturing experience, preferred
● Vocational school, Industrial maintenance degree, technical college training, satisfactory completion of formal apprentice program, preferred
● Ability to read and understand manuals, line diagrams and schematics, required
● Ability to identify and analyze a situation and to make frequent technical decisions based on specifications, required
● High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances, required
● High degree of attention and care required preventing injury to others with responsibility for flow of electrical power
● Must score 350 or higher in current Maintenance Matrix evaluation sheet
● Must be qualified as a SME/Trainer for at least 3 of the following areas: Critical control points, Packaging Equipment, CCC equipment, Molding equipment, or Retail and packaging equipment
● Exposed to voltages up to 480.
● Ability to work at high heights, ie. on roofs, aerial lifts, elevated platforms, up to 50 feet while wearing fall protection and proper PPE
● Able to lift 75 lbs, frequently with mechanical assistance
● Able to lift 50 lbs, regularly
● Able to lift 100 lbs, occasionally
● Kneel, squat, bend, stoop; frequently
● Twist, stretch, reach overhead, frequently
● Able to stand for long periods of time
● Able to walk up and down stairs, frequently
● Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures inside and outside the facility
● Noise level can exceed .85 decibels
● Finger dexterity
● Ability to use computer screens for periods of time
● Ability to sit for periods of time
What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:
● Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
● 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, plus your birthday off
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
● Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
● An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
● Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
● Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.
NEW RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES!
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.
DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW
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 nation’s 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; and
- 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:
Anchorage, AK; Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales and San Luis, AZ; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San
Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Washington, D.C.; Key West, Miami, and Orlando, FL; Honolulu, HI; Chicago, IL; Calais,
Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, and Vanceboro, ME; Detroit, Port Huron, and
Sault Ste Marie, MI; Grand Portage and International Falls, MN; Raymond, Roosville, Sweetgrass, and
Wild Horse, MT; Columbus and Santa Teresa, NM; Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout
River, and Buffalo, NY; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, ND; Brownsville, Dallas, Del Rio, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo,
Presidio, Progreso, and Houston, TX; Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, and Richford, VT;
Blaine, Oroville, and Sumas, WA.
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. Locations offered are based on operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).
Salary – and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives – and Benefits
**Recruitment Incentive** Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a three-year service contract, in the following locations:
Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis
California: Calexico
Hawaii: Honolulu
Maine: Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro
Michigan: Detroit, Port Huron, Sault Sainte Marie
Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls
Montana: Raymond, Sweetgrass
New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River
North Dakota: Dunseith, Portal
Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford
Washington: Blaine, Oroville
**Recruitment Incentive** Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a four-year service contract, in the following locations:
California: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate
Florida: Key West
North Dakota: Pembina
Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:
Locality pay varies by duty location.
Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.
Grade level eligibility and salaries vary depending upon background, including experience and education, and duty location of the opportunity. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, and 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 each grade level. Promotions are at the discretion of the agency.
Officers 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 and ROTH 401(k) offering.
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 the laws and regulations relating to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping to and from the United States.
- Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats and perform risk assessments for violations of laws and threats to national security.
- Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity for the purposes of gaining information from suspected violators of laws to determine the appropriate course of action.
The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and decisions with respect to the application of the regulations, instructions, and procedures for importing and exporting merchandise to and from the United States; or enforcement and administration of laws relating to the right of persons to enter, reside in or depart from the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Education Substitution: A master's (or higher) degree, or two or more years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a 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. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
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 (3) of the last five (5) 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 Customs and Border Protection Officer 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: You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately two (2) weeks at your home port. You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in Glynco, GA. This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training, examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc. Candidates assigned to the southern border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program, which will be completed at their home port. Successful completion of the Academy is required for this position.
How to Apply:
Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page. For Position of Interest, select Customs and Border Protection Officer.
You’ll then receive a link(s) to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS 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 CBPO Entrance Exam.
As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with OFO and CBP.
