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Houseparents, Full-Time - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
Blacksburg, VA 1 day ago
Description:

Located in Hershey, PA, Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-notch home and school where over 2,200 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education. This is made possible by the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who established the school in 1909 and ensured it was fully endowed. Thanks to their foresight and generosity, the school has over 12,000 graduates and continues to expand to serve more students.MHS is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this unique and life-changing career, couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students living in the home. Flex Houseparents play a vital role in creating a structured, family-like environment that fosters students’ academic, emotional, and social development so they can reach their full potential.Responsibilities include:

Providing daily supervision and mentorship

Managing household routines and student schedules

Administering medications and ensuring student wellness

Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students

Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel

Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Upon hire, Flex Houseparents initially support various student homes and follow a working schedule of nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off. On weekdays, houseparents have unscheduled time while students are in school. Flex Houseparents eventually transition into a Placed Houseparent role, where they live and work with the same group of students in their own student home.Benefits include:

Salary: $44,768.00 per person (approximately $168,000 total compensation per couple, including free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more)

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings

Relocation assistance and paid training provided

Paid time off provided at designated times throughout the year

Qualifications:

Qualifications include:

Experience working or volunteering with youth

This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years

Both spouses must be age 27 or older

No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home

Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty

Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed

Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans

Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)

High school diploma or GED required

Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students

This is a unique, challenging, and rewarding career and life choice that requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses. For consideration, both spouses must complete individual employment applications. To learn more and apply, visit
permanent
Youth Development Specialist - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
✦ New
🏢 Milton Hershey School
Salary not disclosed
Christiansburg, VA 1 day ago
Description:

Located in Hershey, PA, Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-notch home and school where over 2,200 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education. This is made possible by the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who established the school in 1909 and ensured it was fully endowed. Thanks to their foresight and generosity, the school has over 12,000 graduates and continues to expand to serve more students.MHS is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this unique and life-changing career, couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students living in the home. Flex Houseparents play a vital role in creating a structured, family-like environment that fosters students’ academic, emotional, and social development so they can reach their full potential.Responsibilities include:

Providing daily supervision and mentorship

Managing household routines and student schedules

Administering medications and ensuring student wellness

Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students

Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel

Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Upon hire, Flex Houseparents initially support various student homes and follow a working schedule of nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off. On weekdays, houseparents have unscheduled time while students are in school. Flex Houseparents eventually transition into a Placed Houseparent role, where they live and work with the same group of students in their own student home.Benefits include:

Salary: $44,768.00 per person (approximately $168,000 total compensation per couple, including free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more)

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings

Relocation assistance and paid training provided

Paid time off provided at designated times throughout the year

Qualifications:

Qualifications include:

Experience working or volunteering with youth

This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years

Both spouses must be age 27 or older

No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home

Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty

Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed

Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans

Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)

High school diploma or GED required

Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students

This is a unique, challenging, and rewarding career and life choice that requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses. For consideration, both spouses must complete individual employment applications. To learn more and apply, visit
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Houseparents - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
✦ New
🏢 Milton Hershey School
Salary not disclosed
Blacksburg, VA 14 hours ago
Description:

Located in Hershey, PA, Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-notch home and school where over 2,200 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education. This is made possible by the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who established the school in 1909 and ensured it was fully endowed. Thanks to their foresight and generosity, the school has over 12,000 graduates and continues to expand to serve more students.MHS is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this unique and life-changing career, couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students living in the home. Flex Houseparents play a vital role in creating a structured, family-like environment that fosters students’ academic, emotional, and social development so they can reach their full potential.Responsibilities include:

Providing daily supervision and mentorship

Managing household routines and student schedules

Administering medications and ensuring student wellness

Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students

Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel

Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Upon hire, Flex Houseparents initially support various student homes and follow a working schedule of nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off. On weekdays, houseparents have unscheduled time while students are in school. Flex Houseparents eventually transition into a Placed Houseparent role, where they live and work with the same group of students in their own student home.Benefits include:

Salary: $44,768.00 per person (approximately $168,000 total compensation per couple, including free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more)

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings

Relocation assistance and paid training provided

Paid time off provided at designated times throughout the year

Qualifications:

Qualifications include:

Experience working or volunteering with youth

This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years

Both spouses must be age 27 or older

No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home

Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty

Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed

Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans

Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)

High school diploma or GED required

Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students

This is a unique, challenging, and rewarding career and life choice that requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses. For consideration, both spouses must complete individual employment applications. To learn more and apply, visit
Not Specified
House Parents - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
✦ New
🏢 Milton Hershey School
Salary not disclosed
Christiansburg, VA 14 hours ago
Description:

Located in Hershey, PA, Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-notch home and school where over 2,200 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education. This is made possible by the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who established the school in 1909 and ensured it was fully endowed. Thanks to their foresight and generosity, the school has over 12,000 graduates and continues to expand to serve more students.MHS is hiring married couples to serve as Full-time Flex Houseparents. In this unique and life-changing career, couples reside in on-campus student homes and provide care, guidance, supervision, and support for a group of approximately 8–13 students living in the home. Flex Houseparents play a vital role in creating a structured, family-like environment that fosters students’ academic, emotional, and social development so they can reach their full potential.Responsibilities include:

Providing daily supervision and mentorship

Managing household routines and student schedules

Administering medications and ensuring student wellness

Driving students to activities, as well as planning and actively engaging in developmental and recreational activities with students

Leading daily devotions and accompanying students to Sunday Chapel

Overseeing budgeting and household reporting

Upon hire, Flex Houseparents initially support various student homes and follow a working schedule of nine consecutive days on duty, followed by three days off. On weekdays, houseparents have unscheduled time while students are in school. Flex Houseparents eventually transition into a Placed Houseparent role, where they live and work with the same group of students in their own student home.Benefits include:

Salary: $44,768.00 per person (approximately $168,000 total compensation per couple, including free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more)

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings

Relocation assistance and paid training provided

Paid time off provided at designated times throughout the year

Qualifications:

Qualifications include:

Experience working or volunteering with youth

This is a two-person role for couples legally married for at least two years

Both spouses must be age 27 or older

No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home

Commitment to a smoke-free and weapon-free campus; no alcohol permitted while on duty

Pet limitations: only fish and one dog of approved breeds allowed

Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive student home vans

Comfort leading students in daily devotions and accompanying them to Judeo-Christian Sunday Chapel services (proselytizing prohibited)

High school diploma or GED required

Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Demonstrated integrity and professionalism; MHS staff serve as role models for students

This is a unique, challenging, and rewarding career and life choice that requires a high level of commitment to student success from both spouses. For consideration, both spouses must complete individual employment applications. To learn more and apply, visit
Not Specified
Lead Superintendent
Salary not disclosed
Blacksburg, VA 3 days ago

Lead Project Superintendent – Blacksburg, VA

A leading construction firm delivering industry-leading strategies in construction management, design-build, virtual construction, green building, and public-private partnerships throughout Virginia and the Carolinas is seeking a full-time Lead Project Superintendent in the Blacksburg, Virginia area with multifamily construction expertise.


As a Lead Project Superintendent, you will oversee multiple project superintendents and field teams, ensuring the successful delivery of large-scale multifamily projects while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead, mentor, and oversee project superintendents and field staff across multifamily projects.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive site logistics plans for both occupied and non-occupied residential environments.
  • Coordinate and manage all trade partners, including scheduling, scope of work, and overall project execution.
  • Develop, review, and maintain detailed construction schedules for multiple large-scale multifamily projects; provide strategic solutions for sequencing, phasing, and activity impacts.
  • Conduct constructability reviews specific to multifamily building systems and provide guidance to project teams.
  • Manage coordination with authorities having jurisdiction and ensure all required inspections are completed.
  • Enforce quality control in accordance with established standards, with a strong focus on residential finishes and building envelope performance.
  • Lead and enforce strict jobsite safety standards and requirements.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring seamless communication and exceptional project delivery.


Qualifications and Experience:

  • Minimum of 7–10 years of experience as a commercial or multifamily construction superintendent, with a minimum of 5 years managing complex projects.
  • Proven experience managing $30 Million+ multifamily projects (garden-style, podium, wrap, or mid-rise preferred).
  • OSHA training required.
  • Strong ability to read, interpret, and provide guidance on technical specifications and architectural drawings.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera, Phoenix).
  • Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and virtual construction practices.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Collaborative mindset and demonstrated ability to lead high-performing, multidisciplinary teams.
Not Specified
Restaurant Delivery - Flexible Schedule
✦ New
Salary not disclosed

Why Deliver with DoorDash?

DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with DoorDash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms.

  • Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time.
  • Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want. 
  • Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer.
  • Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting.
  • Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.**
  • Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.

Basic Requirements

  • 18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
  • Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
  • Driver's license number
  • Social security number (only in the US)
  • Consistent access to a smartphone

How to Sign Up

  • Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process
  • Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go

*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.

**Subject to eligibility..

***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia

Additional information

Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.


Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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Delivery Driver - Drive with DoorDash
✦ New
🏢 Doordash
Salary not disclosed

Why Deliver with DoorDash?

DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with DoorDash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms.

  • Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time.
  • Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want. 
  • Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer.
  • Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting.
  • Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.**
  • Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.

Basic Requirements

  • 18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
  • Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
  • Driver's license number
  • Social security number (only in the US)
  • Consistent access to a smartphone

How to Sign Up

  • Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process
  • Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go

*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.

**Subject to eligibility..

***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia

Additional information

Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.

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Remote Job $790/wk - Hiring Focus Group Panelists
🏢 Maxion
Salary not disclosed

Want to make extra money on YOUR schedule? Join our exclusive list of research study participants and start earning extra income today!

Perfect for anyone seeking remote, part-time, or temporary work, these opportunities require no previous experience and offer unmatched flexibility. Choose the studies that suit you best—whether online, in-person, or over the phone—and get paid for sharing your opinions.

Don't miss out on this chance to turn your free time into valuable earnings!

Participants are needed on a wide range of topics such as:

  • Health Issues (Research for cures and new medications to treat ailments)
  • Consumer Products (Your experience with consumer products)
  • Shopping (Shopping experiences)
  • Internet Usage (How you use the internet)
  • Vehicles (recreational vehicles and automobiles)
  • Employment (Various types of jobs or career fields)
  • Food & Beverages (the consumption of various foods and beverages)
  • Entertainment (About TV, movies or video games)
  • Social Media (the use of different social media platforms)
  • Financial (Banking and investing)
  • Retirement (Planning what, when and how)
  • Gender (studies based on your gender)
  • Housing (Renters or Homeowners)

Compensation:

  • Earn up to $250+ in Just ONE Hour! (Focus Group Session)
  • Earn up to $3,000+ (Multi-Session Studies)

Benefits:

  • Flexibility to take part in discussions online or in-person.
  • No commute needed if you choose to work from home.
  • No minimum hours. You can do this part-time or full-time
  • Enjoy free samples from our sponsors and partners in exchange for your honest feedback of their products.
  • You get to review and use new products or services before they are launched to the public.

Qualifications:

  • Speak and/or read English
  • Must be 18yrs old or older
  • Must have either a phone, computer or tablet with internet connection

Experience:

  • Start Immediately - No Experience Needed! Anyone Can Participate!

Education:

  • Open to all education levels - Your opinion matters!

Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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Assistant Operating Director
Salary not disclosed
Blacksburg, VA 2 days ago

Blacksburg, Virginia | Full-Time | Leadership Role | $50,000 + Benefits & Bonus Opportunities

At Cornerstone Caregiving, we are dedicated to helping older adults age in place with dignity, compassion, and exceptional support. As we continue rapid nationwide growth across more than 400 offices, we are building strong in-office leadership teams to ensure every client and caregiver receives the highest level of care.

We are seeking an Assistant Operating Director (AOD), a key leadership role and the Operating Director’s second-in-command. This position leads in-office operations, scheduling oversight, staff support and development, client care quality, and communication with Home Base. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love developing people, and bring strong organizational and operational excellence to your work, this role is for you.

Office Leadership & Operations

  • Serve as the OD’s primary in-office partner, helping drive daily operations and maintain a strong, cohesive work environment.
  • Lead, coach, and support in-office staff; reinforce Cornerstone’s standards, values, and culture.
  • Onboard and train new office managers, ensuring clarity, confidence, and consistent performance.
  • Conduct weekly 1:1 check-ins, performance reviews, coaching, and disciplinary action when needed.
  • Share on-call rotation with office leadership.
  • Oversee administrative workflow and follow-through, including payroll notes, shift verification, and operations updates.
  • Maintain accurate documentation in alignment with Cornerstone policies and state requirements.
  • Assist with recruiting, onboarding steps, and staff oversight to support office growth.

Client Care & Quality Assurance

  • Oversee scheduling operations to ensure timely coverage and an excellent client experience.
  • Respond to client escalations with urgency, professionalism, and empathy.
  • Conduct check-up calls, quality visits, and client follow-ups to ensure satisfaction and care continuity.
  • Ensure state-required supervisory visits are completed (as applicable).
  • Serve as a backup for client assessments when the Operating Director is unavailable.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required, high school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 2+ years of experience in management, leadership operations, or human resources.
  • Experience hiring, recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising staff.
  • Leadership experience within the healthcare or home care industry.
  • Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Comfort managing multiple priorities and shifting needs throughout the day.

Other Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
  • High proficiency with technology, especially Google Workspace.
  • High attention to detail and exceptional follow-through skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $50,000 starting salary
  • Growth Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits package.
  • 12 days of PTO annually.
  • Phone stipend.
  • Leadership development, mentorship, and opportunities for career growth as Cornerstone expands nationwide.

Why You’ll Love This Role

  • You are the central in-office leader, ensuring clarity, rhythm, and daily operational success.
  • You will directly shape staff performance, team culture, and client experience.
  • You’ll grow in leadership through hands-on coaching, development, and operational oversight.
  • Your work makes a direct impact on seniors, caregivers, and families in your community.

Join a mission that matters. If you’re an energetic, people-first leader who thrives on organization, communication, and problem-solving, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help guide a team that provides meaningful care to those who once cared for us.

**We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.**

Benefits:


  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance


Application Question(s):


  • Are you willing to participate in the on-call rotation? (i.e. answering calls after hours and over weekends)


Education:


  • Bachelor's (Preferred)


Experience:


  • Leadership: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Schedule management: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Hiring: 2 years (Preferred)


License/Certification:


  • Driver's License (Preferred)


Ability to Commute:


  • Blacksburg, Virginia


Work Location: In person

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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) – in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector(Entry Level) (Santa Rosa)
Salary not disclosed
Santa Rosa, CA 3 days ago

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 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. 

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)

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