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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level

NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!

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.

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

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, exceptional federal benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), within the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is hiring immediately for these full-time, entry-level, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

Salary and Benefits

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows:

GL-5/GL-7 $49,739 - $89,518 per year

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.

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 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 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.

About Momentara

Momentara is headquartered in Katy, Texas and partners with leading brands to support marketing programs across retail, events, and out-of-home environments. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality work through collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.

We are currently seeking an Cost & Margin Analyst to support financial and operational analysis across production and job costing activities. This role will work closely with Finance and Operations leadership to analyze cost performance, identify variances, and help strengthen pricing accuracy, operational efficiency, and overall profitability.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Cost & Margin Analyst is responsible for analyzing job-level financial performance by

comparing quoted estimates to actual production results. This role identifies cost variances, margin leakage, process inefficiencies, and pricing inaccuracies todrive improved profitability and operational discipline.

Backup Coverage:

The Cost & Margin Analyst provides backup support for other analytical and reporting functions within Finance and Operations as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Compare estimated vs. actual costs for labor, materials, freight, outside services, and overhead.
• Analyze gross margin performance by job, customer, department, and product line.
• Identify recurring variance patterns and root causes.
• Provide weekly and monthly profitability reporting to Operations and Finance leadership.
• Investigate significant cost overruns and underperforming jobs.
• Partner with Estimating, Production, Scheduling, Purchasing, and Fulfillment to determine root causes.
• Recommend adjustments to labor standards, run speeds, spoilage assumptions, and cost models.
• Assist in refining estimating templates and pricing models.
• Develop KPI dashboards for job profitability, labor efficiency, spoilage rates, setup times, and overtime impact.
• Present findings and recommendations to Operations and Finance leadership.
• Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate data flow between ERP systems and financial reporting.
• Audit job closing procedures to confirm accurate cost capture.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Operations preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing cost analysis, job costing, or financial analysis.
• Experience in print manufacturing, packaging, or production-based environments strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, and data modeling.
• Experience with ERP/MIS systems (e.g., Pace, EFI, Monarch, SAP).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility but works closely with cross-functional teams including Estimating, Production, and Finance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular sitting, frequent use of hands for typing, and occasional standing or walking.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

In office position located in Katy, Texas. Hour are 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday. Not remote or flex.

SUMMARY

The Sales Support Associate (SSA) is a critical inside-sales and operations support role responsible for managing key dealer interactions, government and cooperative contract programs, and sales reporting. The primary focus of this role is to support inbound dealer activity, contract administration, data management, and reporting accuracy - ensuring a high level of responsiveness and compliance across key accounts.

In addition, the SSA provides supplemental administrative, sales, and process support to the Regional Business Manager (RBM) team, enabling RBMs to focus on coaching, training, and strategic, high-impact dealer engagement. For success must possess expert level Excel and Power BI skills.

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have the authorization to work in the USA without support.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Dealer & Inside Sales Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for inbound calls and inquiries from key account dealers.
• Provide proactive, remote coverage for designated Key Account dealers, including monthly outbound touchpoints.
• Respond to dealer questions regarding pricing, availability, configurations, and contract eligibility.
• Act as a consistent inside-sales resource to reduce transactional workload on field sales teams.

Government & Cooperative Contract Management

• Manage relationships and ongoing requirements for Sourcewell and other governmental or cooperative purchasing contracts.
• Prepare, submit, and manage contract documentation, renewals, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain and manage contract pricing, respond to dealer inquiries related to contract terms, and ensure accurate communication of eligibility and usage.
• Support bid-related documentation and specifications as required.

Sales Data, Reporting & Analytics

• Enter, maintain, and manage sales, contract, and dealer data within Power BI and related reporting systems.
• Oversee EDA and AEM data collection, submission, and reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Consolidate and maintain reporting used to track dealer performance, contract activity, and sales initiatives.
• Provide standard and on request reporting to internal LGNA stakeholders and dealer networks as needed.

Sales Operations Support

• Verify completion and accuracy of required sales documentation, including purchase orders, demo agreements, consignment agreements, and SPAR requests.
• Track and manage the status of demo and consignment agreements.
• Maintain accurate and current dealer records in the sales portal and related systems.

Field Sales Enablement

• Generate quotes and support pricing and availability requests for RBMs while they are traveling as necessary.
• Serve as an internal call-center resource for RBMs regarding machines and work tools.
• Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., Katy branch parts team) to source parts availability and technical information.
• Consolidate machine configurations, work tool specifications (e.g., bucket widths, pin diameters), and availability data from across the organization.
• Maintain current work tool availability and pricing documentation.

Forecasting, Planning & Programs

• Consolidate the RBM team’s 12-month rolling forecast for leadership review.
• Run standard monthly dealer reports for RBMs to share with their dealers.
• Track sales initiatives, program progress, and performance outcomes.
• Manage Sourcewell, Core, and Canoe program submissions and reporting.
• Track NPI launch timelines and coordinate communication between RBMs, Product Management, and leadership.

Process Improvement

• Identify manual, duplicative, or inefficient reporting and administrative processes.
• Consolidate information sources and support development of simplified reporting tools or platforms.

Above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties & standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, & perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Compensation range is $60K USD - $65K USD (DOE) + 10% bonus (nonexempt) plus OT

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance packages offered. LGNA pays 100% medical, dental and vision insurance for employee only. Coverage on day one.

RETIREMENT: 401(K) plan, 100% match up to 6%, in accordance to company policy.

COMPENSATION: Competitive salary and bonus.

VACATION: 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) prorated the first year (until end of year / Dec) 15 days of PTO on Jan 1 of next year.

HOLIDAYS: 10 paid holidays a year, in accordance to company policy.

EQUIPMENT: Branded Clothing, Laptop, Cell Phone.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Job Duties:

• Control system design for industrial refrigeration systems to customer or internal specifications.

• Create electrical and control design documents (electrical layouts, wiring diagrams, system architecture, BOM, etc.) from P&ID.

• Review electrical drawings for correctness.

• Produce FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) documents.

• Write new and modify existing PLC software and HMI software.

• Coordinate with customers to integrate PLC software with customer DCS/SCADA.

• Provide customer support on existing installations.

• Commissioning and startup support at customer sites as needed.

• Other duties as assigned..

Requirements:

• Proficiency with Allen Bradley programming software (Studio5000 PLC programming, FactoryTalk HMI programming).

• Proficiency with CodeSys, Siemens TIA Portal, Ignition, optional.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical.

• Knowledge of Modbus and Ethernet/IP communication protocols.

• Knowledge of basic IP network configuration.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Must be able to work in a team environment.

• Proactive, positive, professional, team-minded, and self-motivating.

• Must be able to travel up to 30% annually.

Education and Experience:

• BSEE, or Equivalent technical degree w/experience, in related STEM discipline required.

• Experience in controls engineering in the industrial refrigeration market is desired.

• Experience with modern revision control systems (git, Copia, etc) desired.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Katy, TX (On-Site)

Experience Level: 5+ Years

Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, orMechanical Engineering

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer to join our team This on-site position is ideal for a professional with 5+ years of experience in manufacturing. You will play a key role in optimizing production processes, improving quality, and driving efficiency in the design and manufacturing of solar products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes for products to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness
• Develop and implement lean manufacturing principles, including process flow, layout design, and time studies
• Collaborate with design, production, and quality teams to resolve engineering and manufacturing issues
• Identify opportunities for automation, tooling improvements, and process enhancements
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Six Sigma or other quality methodologies
• Support new product introductions by developing and validating manufacturing processes and work instructions
• Monitor KPIs and recommend corrective actions as needed
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing. or Mechanical Engineering (required)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing engineering role, preferably with solar products
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization tools
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, CAD tools, and production documentation
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work independently and on-site full time in the Katy area

Location: 2439 Discovery Hills Parkway, Brookshire, TX 77423

Shift: 12 hour shifts - day or night shifts available 6:00 to 6:00 following an ON/OFF pattern. 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off.

Job Summary Statement:

The Production Operator Lead will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating production activities within our solar panel manufacturing facility. This position requires a hands-on leader who can drive production efficiency, maintain high standards of quality and safety, and help to build a highly motivated and productive team.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides daily guidance to a team of production operators and technicians to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations
• Plans and prioritizes production tasks to meet production targets and deadlines. Ensure that all activities align with production schedules and quality standards.
• Monitors production and equipment performance to identify and address minor issues and appropriately escalate any issue that may impact efficiency, quality, or safety.
• Provides on-the-job training and support the rapid onboarding of team members. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Implements and enforces quality control procedures to ensure that all products meet or exceed company standards and customer expectations.
• Promotes and maintains a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring that all team members follow safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoots and resolves production issues, collaborating with other departments such as Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality Assurance as needed.
• Maintains accurate production records and reports. Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Drives initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. An associate degree or relevant technical certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team. Proficiency in manufacturing processes and equipment, quality control, and safety standards.
• Familiarity with production software and systems. Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and technical issues.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information and instructions to team members.
• Able and willing to learn (interface with machine control panels, recognize quality, perform data analytics, troubleshoot issues and problem-solve
• Proficiency in English language skills.
• Physical Requirements: o Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing and walking for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend on occasional basis
• Ability to reach above shoulder and below waist frequently
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis
• 20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required

This is for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage assigned areas of instructional program and campus operations. Oversee assigned student activities and services.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree
• Possess Principal/Mid-Management Certificate, preferred
• Minimum of two years successful classroom teaching experience or equivalent (i.e., instructional Coach)
• Demonstrate ability as an instructional leader
• Certified teacher appraiser/T-TESS Advancing Educational Leadership (AEL) Certified (or able to obtain certification)
• Proven leadership skill
• Texas principal or another appropriate Texas certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of campus operations
• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Bilingual preferred

Experience:

• Two years of experience as a classroom teacher.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management

1. Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate. Participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement where needed.

2. Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management.

3. Foster collegiality and team building among staff members. Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.

School/Organizational Improvement

4. Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school’s mission.

5. Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.

6. Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.

Student Management

7. May act as campus behavior coordinator in accordance with state laws and regulations.

8. Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.

9. Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

10. Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.

11. Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

12. Oversee campus operations in principal’s absence.

13. Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.

14. Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues.

15. Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.

16. Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures.

17. Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs.

18. Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.

Personnel Management

19. Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences as needed for designated teacher appraisal system.

20. Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.

School/Community Relations

21. Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.

22. Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

Additional Duties:

23. Any and all other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and evaluate the work of professional staff as assigned by the school principal. Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, /pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Trial Attorney

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)

Experience: 2+ Years | Trial Experience Preferred

Why This Role Is Different

This is not a volume mill position.

You’ll be trusted to own your cases from intake through verdict — with real courtroom exposure, meaningful responsibility, and leadership support that actually backs you at trial.

If you’re looking to:

• Try cases
• Build a real litigation reputation
• Work closely with decision-makers
• Grow into a senior trial role

This is that opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Manage personal injury cases from pre-litigation through trial
• Take and defend depositions
• Handle mediations and court appearances
• Develop case strategy with leadership input
• Negotiate strong settlements when appropriate
• Maintain direct client communication (no getting buried behind layers)
• You won’t just push paper — you’ll litigate.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $135,000 – $150,000. The firm may be open to the higher end of the range for the right candidate. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

The firm offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Leave

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required; Bachelors of Nursing preferred, or graduate of an accredited Master of Social Work program

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas or
• Current and valid license as a Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Texas required, LCSW preferred
• Certification in Case Management required within two (2) years of hire into the Case Manager position

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Three (3) years of nursing or social work experience acute hospital-based preferred, or three (3) years of experience comparable clinical setting (i.e. ambulatory surgery center, infusion/dialysis clinic, Federally Qualified Health Clinic (FQHC), skilled nursing facility, or wound clinic).
• Experience in utilization management, case management, discharge planning or other cost/quality management program preferred
• Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong analytical, data management and PC skills
• Current working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, disease or population management and managed care reimbursement
• Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute venues of care and post-acute community resources, physician office routines, and transitional procedures for pre and post acute care.  Demonstrated understanding of motivational interviewing and change management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, and patients and their families
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Principal Accountabilities

• Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum.
• Works collaboratively and maintains active communication with physicians, nursing and other members of the multi-disciplinary care team to effect timely, appropriate patient care.
• Addresses/resolves system problems impeding diagnostic or treatment progress. 
• Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge.
• Seeks consultation from appropriate disciplines/departments as required to expedite care and facilitate discharge.
• Utilizes advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. 
• Collaborates with the physician and all members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate care for designated case load. Monitors the patient’s progress, intervening as necessary and appropriate to ensure that the plan of care and services provided are patient focused, high quality, efficient, and cost effective.
• Facilitates the following on a timely basis: Completes and reports diagnostic testing, Completes treatment plan and discharge plan, Modifies plan of care as necessary, to meet the ongoing needs of the patient, Communicates to third party payors and other relevant information to the care team.
• Assigns appropriate levels of care.
• Completes all required documentation in TQ screens and patient records
• Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting.
• Completes Utilization Management and Quality Screening for assigned patients.
• Applies approved clinical appropriateness criteria to monitor appropriateness of admissions and continued stays, and documents findings based on Department standards.
• Identifies at-risk populations using approved screening tool and follows established reporting procedures. Monitors LOS and ancillary resource use on an ongoing basis. 
• Takes actions to achieve continuous improvement in both areas.
• Refers cases and issues to Care Management Medical Director in compliance with Department procedures and follows up as indicated.
• Communicates with Resource Center to facilitate covered day reimbursement certification for assigned patients. 
• Discusses payor criteria and issues on a case-by-case basis with clinical staff and follows up to resolve problems with payors as needed.
• Uses quality screens to identify potential issues and forwards information to Clinical Quality Review Department.
• Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care.
• Manages all aspects of discharge planning for assigned patients.
• Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop an individualized continuing care plan in collaboration with physician.
• Collaborates and communicates with multidisciplinary team in all phases of discharge planning process, including initial patient assessment, planning, implementation, interdisciplinary collaboration, teaching and ongoing evaluation.
• Ensures/maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor.
• Refers appropriate cases for social work intervention based on Department criteria.
• Collaborates/communicates with external case managers.
• Initiates and facilitates referrals through the Resource Center for home health care, hospice, medical equipment and supplies.
• Documents relevant discharge planning information in the medical record according to Department standards.
• Facilitates transfer to other facilities as appropriate.
• Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities.
• Assists in the collection and reporting of financial indicators including case mix, LOS, cost per case, excess days, resource utilization, readmission rates, denials and appeals.
• Uses data to drive decisions and plan/implement performance improvement strategies related to case management for assigned patients, including fiscal, clinical and patient satisfaction data.
• Collects, analyzes and addresses variances from the plan of care/care path with physician and/or other members of the healthcare team. 
• Uses concurrent variance data to drive practice changes and positively impact outcomes.
• Collects delay and other data for specific performance and/or outcome indicators as determined by Director of Outcomes Management. Documents key clinical path variances and outcomes which relate to areas of direct responsibility (e.g., discharge planning).
• Uses pathway data in collaboration with other disciplines to ensure effective patient management concurrently.
• Leads the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of clinical pathways and other Case management tools as a member of the clinical resource/team.
• Assists in compilation of physician profile data regarding LOS, resource utilization, denied days, costs, case mix index, patient satisfaction and quality indicators (e.g., readmission rates, unplanned return to OR, etc.)
• Acts as preceptor/mentor to new hires. 
• Assists in development of orientation schedule and helps identify individual needs for learning.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.