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Medical Claims Manager for TPA Organization

Pay: $95K-$110K Base Salary PLUS Annual Incentive Bonus based on performance

Position Summary:

Third-Party Administrator (TPA) Company which provides a wide range of administrative services to insurance companies, sharing organizations, insurance marketing organizations, and employers. One core service is claims administration, where submissions for payment/reimbursement/sharing from medical providers and covered individuals are reviewed, subject to cost controls and ultimately adjudicated, resulting in an explanation of handling to the submitter.

This service is provided subject to service level agreements which mandate a high level of service measured by timely turnaround and a high degree of accuracy. Accuracy is measured by adherence to all written procedures and controls applicable to claims as well as the client’s stated coverage.

Qualifications and Competencies -Education and/or Experience:

• A minimum of at least 5-7 years in a Management role for Claims Operations, servicing health insurance policies or benefits.
• Third Party Administrator “TPA” experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of computerized automated claims adjudication is required.
• Experience in network vendor relations, experience in network repricing, and reference base pricing concept for our of network claims would a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A college degree is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP) or industry-related certifications (e.g., CEBS) a plus but not required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Development

Competencies:

• Leadership & Team Development
• Operational Efficiency & Workflow Optimization
• Conflict Resolution & Change Management
• Strategic Planning & Growth Support
• Excellent Communication (Written & Verbal)
• Detail-Oriented, Organized, and Tech-Savvy

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency using software programs such as MS Word, ACCESS, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, Electronic Health Records.
• Familiarity with benefit administration platforms, CRM tools, project management software, and database systems preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participation in product development, including the technical review of new products and prospective new clients. This assistance will be focused on evaluation and interpretation of benefits, advancements in health care requiring updates to programs and plans, and advancements in administration, including use of AI.
• Ensuring that daily reporting provides an accurate portrayal of claims on hand, including those received by the clearinghouse, sent to re-pricing entities, unable to be systematically “matched”, auto-adjudicated, in Examiner queues waiting to be adjudicated, and in either audit or needing approval status.
• Developing and implementing strategies for greater automation in the claims process, including electronic receipt of claims and auto-adjudication.
• Establishing production requirements for Examiners, and along with the Supervisor monitoring performance against the requirements.
• Establishing and monitoring strong operational controls relating to claims cost control, including review processes for potential pre-existing conditions, determining medical necessity, enforcing reasonable charge provisions and pursuing recovery of third-party liability.
• Monitoring and continually developing Policies and Procedures intended to enforce consistency in process and improve quality.
• Working with the Manager of Quality to implement appropriate standards for accuracy and audit procedures intended to validate those standards are met. This includes setting release authority levels and random audit percentages for Examiners reflecting experience and historical quality results. It will also include development of coaching and training programs linked to emerging quality issues.
• Using audit results to develop ongoing training programs and new procedures intended to increase procedural, payment and financial accuracy percentages.
• Coordinating escalations from other Departments with the Claims Supervisor to ensure that timely and complete actions and responses are provided.
• Reviewing and approving higher dollar claims prior to payment.
• Oversight for the ongoing management of claims processing technology, including plan building and identification of new and updated benefit categories based on new medical coding and medical services.
• Act as a liaison with clients for escalation of service issues or program questions, establishing a strong working relationship and client trust.
• Investigates and participates in formal responses relating to complaints, grievances and appeals received by or applicable to PAS.
• Participates in Product Development and Sales processes, including participation when requested in prospective client presentations, regulatory reviews and contracting of vendors.

Essential Duties Specific to Claims Department:

• Participating actively as a key member of the Management Team, including demonstrating leadership through strong communications skills, use of business metrics to determine strategy and resource needs, and showing a high level of focus on continual quality improvement.
• Coordination of all activities of the Claims Department Management Team. This includes Supervisors and/or Team Leaders assigned to Customers.
• Responsibility for Claims Department strategy, planning, staffing projection, budgeting and quality assurance and improvement.
• Responsibility for Interviewing and final recommendation for hiring employees within the Claims Department. This is to ensure that high standards are maintained, and compensation arrangements are discussed and approved by the executive team.
• Creating a culture within the Claims Department of exceptional service to members and their providers, as well as transparency in reporting results, trends and issues to Senior Management and clients.
• Management of relationships with Preferred Provider Organizations and Reference-Based Pricing vendors which are essential to managing the cost of claims for clients.
• Management of relationships with essential vendors involved with the Claims Adjudication process, including clearinghouses, claims cost control vendors and the claims fulfillment vendor (printing and mailing of checks and EOP/EOB, as well as electronic payments).
• Identification and management of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), with back-ups in various aspects of Claims, including procedures and use of technology.
• Oversight of Claims Training programs, including training for new employees and ongoing reinforcement training.
• Oversight of Claims documentation, including Policies and Procedures and reference materials.
• Participates in RFP/Proposal processes, including participation when requested in prospective client presentations.

Primary Performance Expectations:

Performance review for the Claims Manager is ongoing, with formalized reviews quarterly. There will be an Annual Review completed each January which will determine adjustments to compensation, and availability of incentive compensation. Performance expectations or goals are as follows:

Budget Performance:

The Claims Manager will be evaluated based on the level of variance with the budget established for the Claims Department, measured by staffing and other expenses. Operating expenses for the Claims Department will be measured by total per household per month (PHPM) and per inbound claim cost so that improvements in productivity and efficiency are rewarded.

Department Results for Service Level Agreements:

SLA results will be measured quarterly and reported specifically by client.

Department Satisfaction Level:

An annual Satisfaction Survey will be provided to the relationship manager for each PAS client where Claims services are provided. The Departments will be graded in total and by Team, and in each case must be graded with a score of at least 4 out of 5 (Highly Satisfied).

Department Quality Level:

The Department will be audited by Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). Actual results will be compared to goals in each period.

HIPAA and Data Privacy Obligations:

This role has direct access to Protected Health Information (PHI). The following rules are non-negotiable:

• Absolute confidentiality: Employees must not disclose PHI to unauthorized individuals under any circumstances.
• Secure environment: A private, locked workspace must be maintained to prevent exposure of PHI to family members, visitors, or others.
• Company-approved technology only: All work must be performed on secure, company-issued devices using encrypted connections (VPN required).

You will be required to complete HIPAA training upon hire and annually thereafter. Any breach of confidentiality or unauthorized disclosure of patient information may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination and may carry legal consequences under state or federal law.

Other Responsibilities:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Adheres to the policies and procedures of Company.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of client, company, and personnel information.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
• Adheres to company attendance standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

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• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget.
  
• Follow written work instructions.
  
• Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs.
  
• May perform more detailed task that require deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures.
  
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals.
  
• Able to effectively communicate with other functional departments, such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Sales departments
  
• Resolve most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels
  
• Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues
  
• Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision making ability
  
• Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
  
• Proper use of required PPE
  
• May periodically assist in orienting and training lower level employees
  
• May participate in LEAN Events, \"Six S\" activities, action teams etc.
  
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
  
• Perform advanced-level assembly functions, which may include: prep, mechanical, harness, cable, printed circuit board sub-assemblies, spray application, and inspection, typically working from models and/or drawings, within Production
  
• May perform soldering and installation of components to contract specifications, using a wide range of tools and equipment
  
• Interpret blueprints, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions
  
• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule, within budget and to SPC standard practices
  
• Must be trained across all assembly stages, work w/Engineering to build 1st articles by interpreting print/specification with no process provided and the ability to interpret/assemble all units in dept
  
• If required, perform all aspects of inspection: in-process, final and source; allocate partial points - 3 points in-process - 3 points final - 4 points source
  

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 years of experience in specialty area e.g. welding, tool making
  

Performs a variety of tasks involved in the assembly of electronic components, subassemblies, products, or systems. Will often work independently or under minimal supervision. Perform duties in accordance with Manufacturing Department/ISO 9001 written procedures. The employee will be willing to work overtime when it is needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and additional duties may be assigned as needed:

• Follow written and verbal work instructions
• Follow production drawings and understanding of Bill of Materials
• Position and align parts and install boards on chassis or panels
• Assemble and attach hardware, such as caps, clamps, knobs, and switches to assemblies
• Use power and hand-held tools
• Keep the Manufacturing area clean of dust and debris. May assist with material handling function. May assist with Board Assembly/Machine Operator, Test, Stockroom and Shipping functions as needed. May set up and prepare workstations.

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent required. One-year experience electromechanical assembly of PC boards within, cabinets, panels, and enclosures. The following skills are required. Ability to identify electronic and mechanical components (i.e.: resistor color codes and mechanical hardware, etc.) Ability to interpret assembly blueprints and drawings Ability to read and interpret assembly process documentation. Precision soldering to the IPC-A-610C may be required.

Equipment/Tools

Various assembly equipment and hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, and light power tools.

Hubbell Incorporated creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.

Job Segment: Electronics, Telecom, Telecommunications, Assembly, Technology, Manufacturing

About Us

We're continuing to build a transformative healthcare accreditation platform that is revolutionizing how our clients and new hospitals manage compliance, quality improvement, and regulatory processes. Our platform combines cutting-edge technology with deep healthcare domain expertise to solve real problems for healthcare organizations nationwide.

The Opportunity

We are looking for motivated developers for our intern-to-full-time track. You will be given full-time responsibilities from day one in a high-velocity growth startup environment. You'll work directly with our engineering team on a production healthcare platform, gaining hands-on experience with enterprise-grade systems while making real contributions that impact our product and customers.

Compensation Structure:

The base position is unpaid; however, highly qualified candidates may receive upfront equity compensation based on their experience level and demonstrated capabilities. We evaluate each applicant individually and offer equity packages commensurate with their potential contribution.

About the Role We are hiring a Front-End Developer who can bridge the gap between front-end implementation, and design-to-code workflow. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks on the front-end, working on features all the way through to the final, pixel-perfect user interface.

Key Responsibilities

• Front-End Development: Build responsive, performant user interfaces and dashboards using React.js with modern patterns, implementing styling with a strong focus on raw CSS.
• Design & UI/UX Implementation: Collaborate with design by utilizing tools like Claude Code, Cursor, or Codex, adapting generated code, and focusing on pixel-perfect design implementation and mobile-first responsiveness using raw CSS/HTML.
• DevOps & Quality: Develop and maintain automated testing, version control using Git/GitHub, and contribute to CI/CD pipelines.

Technical Stack

• Front-End: React 18+ (JavaScript), Raw CSS, React Context/Query, Vite
• UI/UX: Raw CSS, HTML5, Figma

Required Qualifications

• Front-End Foundation: 2+ years of experience with React.js (JavaScript, modern patterns, hooks). Strong understanding of modern web security, data protection, and collaborative development workflows using Git/GitHub.
• Balance of use of a AI IDE (Cursor, Claude Code...) with your own logic and understanding
• Front-End Depth: Expertise in raw CSS and advanced JavaScript (ES6+), with proven ability to build complex, responsive, and performant UIs.
• UI/UX Implementation Depth: Experience specializing in raw CSS/HTML for advanced layouts, familiarity with AI Figma-to-code tools, and proven ability to adapt AI-generated code to align with an existing component architecture.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Previous experience in a high-velocity team environment with separated responsibilities.
• Experience with DevOps practices (Docker, CI/CD).
• Experience contributing to or maintaining a react component library or design system.

Our Hiring Process We believe in a transparent and thorough selection process that respects your time:

• Initial Screening Call: Discussion of your background, experience, and career goals.
• Technical Challenge: A real-world technical challenge to complete at your own pace.
• Technical Interview: An in-depth discussion where you will walk through, debug, and defend your solution, demonstrating complete ownership and understanding of the entire codebase and architectural decisions—regardless of whether code was generated manually or with AI assistance.

We're looking for engineers who can think critically, adapt their approach, and truly understand the systems they build.

About Us

We're continuing to build a transformative healthcare accreditation platform that is revolutionizing how our clients and new hospitals manage compliance, quality improvement, and regulatory processes. Our platform combines cutting-edge technology with deep healthcare domain expertise to solve real problems for healthcare organizations nationwide.

The Opportunity

We are looking for motivated developers for our intern-to-full-time track. You will be given full-time responsibilities from day one in a high-velocity growth startup environment. You'll work directly with our engineering team on a production healthcare platform, gaining hands-on experience with enterprise-grade systems while making real contributions that impact our product and customers.

Compensation Structure:

The base position is unpaid; however, highly qualified candidates may receive upfront equity compensation based on their experience level and demonstrated capabilities. We evaluate each applicant individually and offer equity packages commensurate with their potential contribution.

About the Role

We are hiring a Backend Engineer who can design, implement, and maintain the robust, scalable server-side systems that power our platform. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks focused on data integrity, API performance, and system reliability, working on features from the database all the way through to serving the application's core logic.

Key Responsibilities

• Backend Development: Design and develop robust Node.js (TypeScript) server-side applications, build and maintain RESTful APIs, and ensure data integrity and security within MongoDB.
• Database & Data Modeling: Own the database schema design, optimization, querying, and indexing within MongoDB Atlas to ensure high performance and scalability.
• API Architecture: Define and evolve the structure of our internal and external RESTful APIs, focusing on performance, security, and maintainability.
• System Scalability: Implement caching, message queues, and distributed system concepts to ensure the platform remains performant and scalable under high load.
• Security & Compliance: Implement secure authentication systems, ensure HIPAA compliance, and maintain high security standards across the platform, especially for data at rest and in transit.
• DevOps & Quality: Develop and maintain automated backend testing, version control using Git/GitHub, and contribute to CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployment strategies.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Utilize and manage backend services within AWS (ECS, S3, Lambda) to support highly available and resilient application services.

Technical Stack

• Back-End: Node.js (TypeScript), MongoDB Atlas, AWS (ECS, S3, Lambda), RESTful APIs
• DevOps/Tools: Git/GitHub, Automated Testing Frameworks

Required Qualifications

Successful candidates must have a specific deep specialization and a foundational understanding of the others to contribute across the backend stack:

• Backend Foundation:
• 2+ years of experience with Node.js (TypeScript, API development).
• Strong understanding of modern web security, data protection, and collaborative development workflows using Git/GitHub.
• Backend Depth: Strong expertise with MongoDB (design, optimization, complex querying, aggregation pipelines) and implementing robust RESTful APIs with authentication, authorization, and error handling.
• System Design & Architecture: Proven ability to design and architect highly available, scalable, and resilient server-side applications.
• Problem Solving: Ability to debug and troubleshoot complex production issues and performance bottlenecks in the backend and database layers.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Previous experience in a high-velocity team environment with separated responsibilities.
• Understanding of HIPAA compliance and working within the healthcare or other regulated industries.
• Experience with AWS services (ECS, S3, Lambda) or DevOps practices (Docker, CI/CD).
• Experience with server-side caching (e.g., Redis) or message queuing systems (e.g., SQS).

Our Hiring Process

We believe in a transparent and thorough selection process that respects your time:

• Initial Screening Call: Discussion of your background, experience, and career goals.
• Technical Challenge: A real-world technical challenge to complete at your own pace.
• Technical Interview: An in-depth discussion where you will walk through, debug, and defend your solution, demonstrating complete ownership and understanding of the entire codebase and architectural decisions—regardless of whether code was generated manually or with AI assistance.

We're looking for engineers who can think critically, adapt their approach, and truly understand the systems they build.

About Us

We’re continuing to build a transformative healthcare accreditation platform that is revolutionizing how our clients and new hospitals manage compliance, quality improvement, and regulatory processes. Our platform combines cutting-edge technology with deep healthcare domain expertise to solve real problems for healthcare organizations nationwide.

The Opportunity

The goal is to have interns turn into full time employees; Therefore, you will be given full time responsibilities day one. To add onto that, you will be working in a high velocity growth startup and will be required to move fast. You’ll work directly with our engineering team on a production healthcare platform, gaining hands-on experience with enterprise-grade systems while making real contributions that impact our product and customers.

Compensation Structure

Base position is unpaid, however qualified candidates may receive upfront equity compensation based on their experience level and demonstrated capabilities. We evaluate each applicant individually and offer equity packages commensurate with their potential contribution.

About the Role

We’re hiring for an AI Engineer. To be considered, you must have a deep expertise in a focus and some knowledge of the latter.

Requirements

• Deep specialization in one of these areas: Agentic AI (Claude Agent SDK, MCP Servers, Tool Use) + Node.js/TypeScript + AWS + RAG

• Strong understanding of modern practices and version control (Git)

• Ability to work collaboratively within a specialized team structure

• Passion for building production-ready, scalable systems

Nice to Have

• Experience working in team environments with separated responsibilities

• Understanding of production AI deployment

• Experience with Claude Code, MCP server development, or agentic AI frameworks

• Previous experience with healthcare or regulated industries

What You’ll Build

• Agentic AI systems: Autonomous agents using Claude Agent SDK, MCP servers, and tool use for domain-specific workflows, combined with RAG for knowledge retrieval via Bedrock

• Node.js API services: Production AI inference endpoints and services integrated into our existing Node.js/MongoDB platform + Voyage AI vector database management

• AWS AI services: Lambda-based inference, Bedrock integration

• Semantic search & MCP integrations: Knowledge extraction and contextual Q&A systems using S3 Vectors, Mongo DB Atlas and OpenSearch (hybrid search), exposed via MCP servers for agent consumption

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct exploratory data analysis to identify patterns in complex healthcare datasets

• Build agentic AI systems using Claude Agent SDK, MCP servers, and tool use, alongside RAG pipelines with AWS Bedrock and vector databases

• Manage vector databases: Mongo DB/S3 Vectors

• Develop document processing pipelines for text extraction and analysis

• Create production Node.js services for real-time AI inference, integrated with our MongoDB data layer

• Implement semantic search and knowledge extraction from document repositories

• Design Lambda-based inference systems on AWS

• Integrate LLMs via agentic frameworks (Claude Agent SDK, MCP) for domain-specific autonomous workflows and Q&A systems

• Develop ETL processes for external data sources and APIs

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet all Core Qualifications.

Core Qualifications

• Node.js/TypeScript programming skills

• Git for version control

• Understanding of deployment and production systems

• Collaborative development workflows

AI/ML Development

• Experience building production AI services in Node.js/TypeScript

• 1+ years with AWS services (Lambda, Bedrock, S3, EC2) and agentic AI frameworks (Claude Agent SDK, MCP servers, tool use)

• RAG development experience with vector databases

• NLP/Document processing expertise (text extraction, classification, information retrieval)

Nice to Have

• Healthcare or regulated industry experience

• Experience with Claude Code and agentic development workflows

• Experience with Hugging Face transformers and LLMs

• MongoDB experience and familiarity with aggregation pipelines

• Time-series forecasting and anomaly detection

• Advanced statistical modeling (survival analysis, propensity scoring)

• Knowledge of data privacy and compliance frameworks

Technical Stack

AI/ML Development: Node.js/TypeScript, AWS (Bedrock, Lambda, S3, EC2), Agentic AI (Claude Agent SDK, MCP Servers, Tool Use, Claude Code), MongoDB, Vector Databases (S3 Vectors, OpenSearch), NLP libraries (sentence-transformers), Git

Our Hiring Process

We believe in a transparent and thorough selection process that respects your time while ensuring mutual fit:

Initial Screening Call

We’ll discuss your background, experience, and career goals, while providing an overview of the role and our team culture.

Technical Challenge (issued on case by case basis)

You’ll receive a real-world technical challenge to complete within a specified timeframe. We encourage you to leverage all available resources—including AI tools, documentation, and libraries—just as you would in a production environment. This reflects how we actually work and allows you to showcase your problem-solving approach.

Technical Interview

We’ll have an in-depth discussion about your solution and explore related technical concepts. You should be prepared to walk through every aspect of your submission—explaining architectural decisions, code logic, trade-offs, and potential improvements. Whether you wrote the specific code section manually or generated it with AI assistance, you must demonstrate complete ownership and understanding of the entire codebase. This is a production-level assessment: we expect you to discuss, debug, and defend your work as if it were going live tomorrow.

We’re looking for engineers who can think critically, adapt their approach, and truly understand the systems they build—not just those who can generate code.

Ready to apply? We look forward to hearing from you!

MedLaunch is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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.

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.

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.