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Construction Project Manager

Boulder, CO | Federal / Commercial Construction

$90,000 – $120,000 + Benefits

Our client, a well-established construction firm with projects across the Western United States, is seeking a Construction Project Manager to join their team in Boulder, Colorado. This is a strong opportunity for construction professionals who are looking to grow into leadership roles while gaining exposure to complex projects.

This organization has a strong reputation for training, mentorship, and promoting from within, providing the opportunity to work alongside experienced senior project leaders while developing your own project management experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support project teams in the successful execution of construction projects.
• Coordinate job site administration and field supervision.
• Assist with procurement of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules and updates.
• Track project costs and assist with invoicing and financial reporting.
• Monitor subcontractor schedules, quality of work, and coordination between trades.
• Maintain project documentation including plans, specifications, submittals, and change orders.
• Ensure job site safety and compliance with OSHA and industry regulations.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, design professionals, and project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Experience with Bluebeam or similar construction software preferred.
• Experience with Primavera P6, AutoCAD, or Sage is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass background requirements associated with government-related projects.

Benefits Overview

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, financial wellness, and long-term career development, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options to help manage healthcare expenses
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions and profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid time off and paid holidays, with PTO increasing based on tenure
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling and personal support resources
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Additional voluntary benefits such as life insurance and disability coverage

Ideal Candidate

This role is well suited for candidates who are looking to build a long-term career in construction management and want to develop their experience working on federal or large-scale commercial projects. It is a particularly strong fit for:

• Assistant Project Managers ready to advance into a Project Manager role
• Project Engineers seeking to transition into project leadership
• Candidates with Quality Control Manager (QCM) or construction quality assurance experience who are looking to move into a broader project management role
• Construction professionals who value mentorship, career growth, and a collaborative team environment

Previous Pharmaceutical/Biotech experience is mandatory for this role

MMR Consulting is an engineering and consulting firm specializing in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Its services include Engineering, Project Management, and Validation.

MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join our growing team, where the successful candidate will work with a group of engineers involved in the design, commissioning & qualification, start-up and project management of various processes, systems, and facilities. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills to lead teams of intermediate & junior engineers.

This role is for Sr. CQV Engineer will require to work on the validation of upstream and downstream bioprocess systems/equipment in the biopharmaceutical industry, as well as process equipment in pharma/biotech industries. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills to lead teams of intermediate & junior engineers.

The work will require working out of client’s facilities, which are typically in the Greater Denver/Boulder Colorado & surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance in the commissioning, qualification and start-up of various pharmaceutical / biopharmaceutical cGMP process equipment, utilities & facilities.
• Lead the development (for example, write test cases) of key qualification deliverables such as DQ, FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ and PQ during the project lifecycle.
• Able to perform field execution of qualification test cases and protocols.
• Support development of Project Validation Plans (PVPs) to ensure the action plan to test the system is applicable and relevant.
• Lead qualification processes throughout the project lifecycle to ensure timely completion and to ensure all quality and engineering specifications are met.
• Possess knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices on all or any of the following – Process equipment, clean utilities, automation systems, laboratory equipment, building & facilities
• Coordinate meetings with cross-functional departments, to drive project progress, facilitate decisions, and provide updates.
• Engage other departments, as required, in the design reviews and decisions.
• Travel may be occasionally required for meetings with equipment fabrication vendors or Factory Acceptance Testing (FATs).
• Work may require occasional support over shutdowns or extended hours, specifically during installation, construction, commissioning, qualification, and validation phases.
• Visit construction and installation sites, wearing necessary safety PPE.
• You may be involved with other aspects such as client-management (maintain key Client relationships in support of business development and pursuit of new work), project scheduling/budgeting, coordination of client and MMR resources for effective project delivery, supporting business development (providing technical support to the sales as required for proposals/opportunities), presenting at industry conferences/publishing papers etc.
• Supervise contractors during critical testing of system and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned by client, and/or MMR, based on workload and project requirements.
• As this position requires working on client sites, you will need to comply with the client’s safety rules including mandatory vaccination policies for COVID-19, where applicable
• Lead/Mentor a team of validation engineers/specialists.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in commissioning, qualification or validation of various systems within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
• Previous experience in the pharmaceutical / biotech industry, with knowledge of requirements for cGMP operations.
• Validation experience such as cleaning validation, thermal validation, mixing studies, process validation, computer systems validation is an asset but not required.
• Experience with developing and executing validation projects to Risk-Based Commissioning & Qualification approaches, such as ASTM E-2500 or ISPE ICQ, is considered an asset, but not required.
• Experience with commissioning & qualification of process control systems (i.e. PCS, SCADA, Historians) and building automation systems are considered an asset.
• Experience with commissioning and qualifications of biotech process equipment, such as some, but not all, of the following: fermentation, bioreactors, downstream purification processes (chromatography, TFF, UF), CIP systems, Buffer systems, Clean Utilities would be an asset.
• Experience with Qualification or Validation of clean utilities and ISO clean rooms.
• Experience with preparation and execution of URS’s, DQ’s, RTMs, Risk Assessments, CPPs, VPPs, FATs, SATs, IOQs
• Lead teams of Validation staff, manage staff priorities, provide mentorship/oversight, help staff resolve issues. Leadership is considered an asset but not required.
• Possess leadership skills, and be able to take initiative to lead projects, involving multiple stakeholders, departments, and varying complexities.
• Possess mentorship skills, to coach and develop junior and intermediate employees.
• Engineering degree, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical.
• Travel may be required on occasion.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Compensation: 90,000$ - 115,000$ based on experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodations

MMR Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please let us know the nature of your request.

Previous Pharmaceutical/Biotech experience is mandatory for this role.

MMR Consulting is an engineering and consulting firm specializing in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Its services include Engineering, Project Management, and Validation.

MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join our growing team, where the successful candidate will work with a group of engineers involved in the design, commissioning & qualification, start-up and project management of various processes, systems, and facilities. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills to lead teams of intermediate & junior engineers.

This role is for C&Q Manager will require to work on the validation of upstream and downstream bioprocess systems/equipment in the biopharmaceutical industry, as well as process equipment in pharma/biotech industries. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills to lead teams of intermediate & junior engineers.

The work will require working out of client’s facilities, which are in Boulder, Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance into the commissioning, qualification and start-up of various equipment and facilities used in life science manufacturing, such as bioreactors, tanks, CIP, Buffers, Media, Chrom, TFF, washers & autoclaves, etc.
• Lead the development of key qualification deliverables during the project lifecycle to ensure project is well defined, and the action plan to test the system is applicable and relevant.
• Lead qualification processes throughout the project lifecycle such as VPP, Risk Assessments, RTM, DQ, FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ and PQ as appropriate to ensure timely completion and to ensure all specifications are met.
• Prepare protocols, execute protocols, summarize data, resolve deviations, prepare final reports.
• Experience with C&Q of upstream or downstream bioprocess systems is required. Experience with C&Q of other process equipment, utilities, facilities is an asset. Thermal Validation experience is an asset.
• Coordinate meetings with cross-functional departments, to drive project progress, facilitate decisions, provide updates.
• Engage other departments, as required, for design reviews and decisions.
• Travel may be occasionally required for meetings with clients, equipment fabrication vendors or Factory Acceptance Testing (FATs).
• Work may require occasional support over shutdowns or extended hours, specifically during installation and commissioning / validation phases.
• Client-management (maintain key Client relationships in support of business development and pursuit of new work), project scheduling/budgeting, coordination of client and MMR resources for effective project delivery, supporting business development (providing technical support to the sales as required for proposals/opportunities), presenting at industry conferences/publishing papers etc.
• Visit construction and installation sites following all site safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by client, and/or MMR, based on workload and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and spoken English is required including the preparation of technical documents in English
• Years of experience: 8+ years for years of experience in commissioning, qualification or validation of various systems within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
• Knowledge of requirements for a cGMP operations, including SOPs, Change Controls, Validation.
• Experience with developing and executing validation projects. Risk-Based Commissioning & Qualification approaches, such as ASTM E-2500 or ISPE ICQ, is considered an asset, but not required.
• Experience with commissioning and qualification of biotech process equipment (upstream or downstream or both), such as some, but not all, of the following: fermentation, bioreactors, downstream purification processes (chromatography, TFF, UF) is required
• Experience with commissioning & qualification of process control systems (i.e. PCS, SCADA, Historians) and building automation systems (i.e. Siemens Insight / Desigo, JCI Metasys) are considered an asset, but not required.
• Experience with Qualification or Validation of clean utilities, ISO clean rooms, and Thermal Validation is considered an asset.
• Experience with preparation and execution of URS’s, DQ’s, RTMs, Risk Assessments, CPPs, VPPs, FATs, SATs, IOQs, NCRs, Final Reports.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Science degree, or equivalent studies such as Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Biochemical, Electromechanical or a related discipline along with industry experience.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong multi-tasking skills

Compensation: 90,000$ - 145,000$ based on experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodations

MMR Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please let us know the nature of your request.

Title: QC Analyst

Location : Boulder, CO

Duration : 12-18 Months contract

First shift hours: Mon-Friday, 8 am - 4 pm

• Conduct routine preparations for stability, raw materials, in-process, microbiology/ cleaning validation program and other requested testing according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Analytical Methods in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and regulatory requirements
• Complete projects with supervision and have a clear understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), cGMPS, and other regulatory requirements
• Ability to exercise judgment and appropriately raises issues to QC management
• Key focus will be preparing solutions (mobile phase, diluent, etc) and standard/sample preparations
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, both written and oral, and will be encouraged to collaborate with other analysts and management
• Ensures equipment is performing well and communicates and takes appropriate action as necessary
• Required to follow good documentation practices
• Works cross-functionally to complete projects and testing
• Job Posting Qualifications

Job Posting Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or equivalent
• Generally, requires minimal to no prior relevant work experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of analytical equipment and instrumentation and working in a GMP environment is helpful
• Proven skills in coordinating and leading day to day tasks and working in collaboration to accomplish deadlines and objectives

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for daily communication with lab science staff and facilities team.

• Complies with all safety rules, practices good housekeeping, and maintains a safe workplace.

• Monitors and disposes of waste.

• Familiar with Good Laboratory Practices as related to the tasks being performed.

• Receives and distributes lab material deliveries.

• Performs shipping of laboratory and office items.

• Manages and maintains lab gases.

• Clean-up in support of lab/facilities activities.

• Manages the laboratory loading dock receiving all deliveries.

• Responsible for communicating with science staff on needs and communicating them directly to the lab manager.

• Attends to lab equipment alarms during off hours.

• Required to assist the lab manager, and senior facilities specialist as contract engineers come in to maintain lab equipment.

• Obtain DOT/IATA training.

• Obtaining Wastewater Treatment I certification if required.

• Perform other related duties as required.

• Internal relationships include working with Research Scientists, Research Associates and colleagues within Operations.

• External relationships include contact with various vendors and property maintenance team

• Responsible for daily communication with facilities manager and facilities team

• Monitor and respond to BAS and Alarm monitoring systems campuswide.

• Responsible for performing building maintenance walks, submitting/completing work requests, and performing work to keep campus upkeep.

• Participation in On-Call rotation coverage

• 5+ years of experience in Facilities maintenance & vendor oversight

• Experience with MEP troubleshooting

• Familiarity with BMS & CMMS programs

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.

• Effective verbal & written communication skills.

• Experience working around active science & lab environments a plus; but not required

• Ability to comply with laboratory safety guidelines.

• High attention to detail.

• Computer skills, basic knowledge of Outlook & Microsoft applications (word, excel, etc.)

• Problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to work occasional off-hours for functional lab/business accommodations

• Time-management skills; maintenance experience; familiarity with upkeep and prioritization within a multi-building footprint

• Ability to Climb ladders, utilize basic hand/power tools, sit/stand/crouch for prolonged periods

• Ability to lift 0-60 lbs

• Responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and executing maintenance of systems and mechanical equipment under vendor contracts under the direction of Facilities Managers campuswide.

• Collaborating with all internal stakeholders when repair/maintenance involves multiple department coordination

• Track short-term improvements and maintenance in coordination with the building management team.

• Respond to emergency situations or other urgent issues involving the facility building systems (i.e., HVAC, alarms, and system failures)

• Manage contractor and vendor relationships under the direction of the Facilities Manager

Experience / Training / Education:

• Certificate program for facilities, or equivalent work experience

• 5+ years’ experience in laboratory facility maintenance.

Job: Product Developer

Responsibilities:

·     Manage all parts of product development process from concept to delivery for assigned categories

·     Clearly communicate development needs to factory partners for assigned categories

·     Work with design team to set up print artwork files for both inline and logo product. Manage all print communication with factory

·     Work with design team to create and maintain sketches, cads, tech packs, detail sheets, and design boards

·     Review lab dips, fabric, print, and trim submittals for color/execution and clearly communicate necessary revisions and approvals

·     Thoroughly review all samples for fit, design intent, and construction and clearly communicate comments to factories

·     Actively participate in fit sessions

·     Track samples/submits and keep internal team informed of status

·     Organize and maintain fabric, trim, and sample libraries

·     Communicate with international mills and vendors to help secure competitive prices and lead-times for fabrics, trims, and garments

·     Help to source fabrics and trims as needed, always prioritizing sustainable options

·     Work with factories to cost engineer items to improve margin

·     Together with sales, marketing, and product development team, help to create and maintain product documents

·     Ensure the product development calendar is followed for assigned categories

·     Collaborate with design, product development, sales, and marketing teams on all aspects of development and production process

·     Help to ensure that all products are properly labeled for care, content, and country of origin

·     Anticipate and find solutions to quality issues

·     Maintain good working relationships with factory partners, including video conferences or on-site visits when needed

·     Special projects

Requirements

·     Bachelor’s degree in apparel design, product development, merchandising, or related field

·     5+ years in product development in the apparel industry

·     Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Google Apps, Microsoft office applications

·     Above average knowledge of apparel product development process

·     Above average knowledge of both knit and woven construction and materials (sweater experience is a plus)

·     Above average knowledge of print processes

·     Ability to accurately see and comment on color

·     Working knowledge of garment grading

·     High level of interest in sustainable and slow fashion.

·     High attention to detail

·     Excellent written and oral communication, time-management, and organization skills

·     Ability to prioritize changing work demands

·     Passionate about creating elevated product

This role is full time in office in Boulder, CO with ability to work remotely on Fridays when schedules & workloads allow.

Compensation

Range of $65,000-75,000, depending on experience

This role is a full-time position based in Boulder, Colorado in the Krimson Klover offices (this role is not remote). Four days in-office per week and one day work from home. Occasional evenings/weekends will be required for select events. Travel up to 15%.

The Perks

We believe our employees drive our success and our culture emphasizes work-life balance. Our base salary is one just one component of our competitive total rewards package that includes numerous additional benefits and perks

Benefits

Additional benefits (subject to policy changes):

●     Health coverage, including $200/month employer contribution towards enrollment in the Company’s medical plan (subject to Krimson Klover eligibility and plan rules)

●     Simple IRA plan participation with an employer contribution up to 3% match after plan eligibility and participation achieved

●     Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis starting at year 1 with 17 days accrued annually

●     10 annual company-paid holidays. Birthday holiday to be used during the week of birthday

●     1 paid day for community service per year

●     Hybrid work schedule one day per week

●     Summer Short-Day Fridays (when schedules and deadlines permit)

●     Dog-friendly office

●     Generous company product employee discount

Interested in applying?

Please send your resume AND tell us why you are the best candidate for the position

Deadline to apply: 

About Krimson Klover: /

We value people and our team. We believe in Slow Fashion with a high focus on sustainability. Company culture is important to us. Things like hybrid working, volunteering, happy hours and a dog friendly office are just a few examples. Krimson Klover is a team of outdoor enthusiasts who endeavor to have fun while bringing to market stylish, comfortable, sustainably made apparel that supports our brand value to Live Boldly.

Krimson Klover is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

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)

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.

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