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Title: Graphic Designer

Department: Marketing

Location: Holliston, MA (on-site)

Position: 5 days a week in office

About the Company:

Pure Hockey is a privately-owned specialty sporting goods company with over 85 hockey retail locations and an e-commerce business. Positioned as the number one hockey retail company in the country, Pure Hockey offers qualified candidates the opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-growing business.

Job Description:

Pure Hockey is seeking a Graphic Designer who can lead consistent executions of all digital & print marketing deliverables, as well as assist in logo vectorization & apparel mockups. The role requires creativity, excellent project management skills and a strong understanding of brand identity and brand communications. The Graphic Designer will be able to visualize and create the look-and-feel of our business via our own lifestyle apparel, print ads, online ads, store signage, etc. 

Job Responsibilities

• Understand Pure Hockey’s design language and brand standards to implement across all graphic production.
• Work with multiple departments to execute design needs in a demanding environment.
• Create brand-specific graphics around product launches, which meet display and size requirements across all social, web, and print platforms. 
• Possess strong typography, layout, and design hierarchy skills. 
• Generate graphics for web and print based media, while recognizing the difference between CMYK and RGB; understand bleeds and trim lines for print graphics. 
• Create images for social media and e-mail platforms as requested.
• Create graphic apparel designs with an understanding of screen printing, composition, and color.
• Partner with the Team Sales department to help design and develop team sales orders including creating realistic samples for uniforms, jerseys, tees, and sweats, etc.
• Communicate and efficiently place orders with print and sign companies.
• Perform other graphic design requests and projects as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in digital graphic design
• Hockey knowledge a plus
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
• Must be able to manage multiple projects in a high energy, rapidly evolving environment. 
• Knowledge and understanding of design concepts and techniques, as well as working within a brand system and style guides.
• Ability to share and work as a collaborative team player in a demanding environment. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience leading design critiques with actionable feedback
• Excellent design and typography skills
• Experience with screen print a plus but not required.
• Collaboration, attention to detail and a deadline-driven mindset are a must.
• Portfolio required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Employee Discount

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.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Food and Beverage Kitchen

Reports to: Chef De Cuisine & General Manager

Purpose:

The Chef is directly responsible for the cost-effective operation of a clean and safe kitchen while meeting or exceeding food quality and speed of service requirements. The Chef works as part of the management team of the restaurant to build sales and grow the business and is responsible for operating a profitable restaurant, where the quality of food, service and ambience are continually challenged and improved, and where an environment that fosters creativity, free thinking and intelligent decision-making is encouraged.

The Chef is expected to work an average of 5055 hours per week.

Essential Duties:

-Creating and maintaining an upbeat, productive, and educational environment.

- Projecting a positive attitude.

- Showing respect for all employees and actively cultivating an inclusive environment build upon

mutual respect, civility, and positivity.

- Providing ongoing training and constant improvement of product and workplace (i.e., safety,

sanitation and systems).

- Setting the pace and tone of the kitchen and overall restaurant through attitude,

initiative and drive.

- Providing feedback and direction to BOH employees, to continue ongoing development.

-Helping to develop a cohesive team and leading them to work toward the common goals of the

restaurant.

- Possessing a high level of initiative and drive to do whatever is necessary to build and run a

successful operation.

- Working closely with the General manager to create a team atmosphere among the entire staff that is both a positive and professional work environment.

- Leading by example, taking an active role in cooking and supervising the line during dinner service.

- Participate in mini meetings with FOH management on a regular basis to ensure clear line of communication and upkeep of company goals.

- Establishing clear communications along all lines within the business.

Building the Business and Guest Base

- Aggressively working to build food sales by operating the kitchen with a guest-satisfaction mentality.

- Making decisions based on what is best for the guest.

- Solving problems so that each guest will want to return.

-Working with the GM and front of house manager to train staff on product knowledge.

Quality of Operations

-The Chef is responsible for ensuring that the restaurant is operating at or above company standards. The

-Chef must pay attention to detail in all areas of the operation, including food quality and consistency, training

and development, security, safety, sanitation, and physical structure.

Specifically:

- Ensuring strict adherence to standards for food quality.

- Demonstrating commitment to cultivating knowledgeable staff members who are proud of our

quality and believe in our concept.

- Ensuring all Health Department regulations are always enforced.

Cost Management and Profitability

The Chef is responsible for generating strong financial performance for the health of the restaurant and the

company. They are ultimately responsible for ensuring that the food and BOH labor costs meet or exceed

budgeted financial goals.

Specifically:

- Working proactively with the General Manager to maximize sales and optimize profits through the

management of food and labor costs.

- Food COGS goal of 28% or less.

- Total Kitchen Labor goal of 11%

- Analyzing weekly costs to ensure proactive management of controllable costs.

- Assuming full responsibility for:

- Monitoring daily BOH labor reports and minimizing overtime.

- Providing a monthly physical inventory

- Maintaining the valuations on your inventory using invoices from vendor

- Purchasing and Receiving

- Monitoring local vendors accordingly.

- Placing effective orders, based on sales, while simultaneously taking advantage of drop size

incentives.

- Proper receiving, rotation, storage, and handling of all food products.

Production

- Taking a hands-on approach and being directly involved in daily production.

- Setting appropriate prep levels (sales versus usage) to ensure fresh product and effective use of

labor, including:

- Daily prep counts.

- Weekly prep totals and weekly prep plans.

- Regular review of Product Mix (P-Mix) information.

Personnel

The Chef is responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen staffing and is responsible for the hiring and

scheduling of quality employees to execute the menu successfully and to maintain the smooth flow of

kitchen operations.

Specifically:

- Establishing and maintaining appropriate staffing levels and remaining abreast of any changes that may

impact staffing needs.

- Keeping the GM informed of all staffing needs.

- Ensuring thorough and complete training of all employees, including kitchen operations, knife

safety, proper handling of product, use of chemicals, use of equipment, etc.

- Minimizing employee turnover.

- Providing coaching, mentoring and development to all employees as this is critical for the

success of the restaurant and the company.

- Mentoring, coaching and developing Sous Chef Donald Readington to be an extension of yourself. Sous

development should include; menu engineering, systems development, training systems, vendor

negotiations and kitchen management.

- Providing consistent and frequent feedback to Sous Chef(s) and staff.

- Teaching and coaching staff daily.

- Holding BOH meetings to review specials, menu items and discuss kitchen issues.

- Attending FOH Pre-Meals to review specials, menu items and discuss kitchen issues.

- Producing an accurate forecast

Administration

- Overseeing the creation and implementation of all menus.

- Ensure all menu changes are rolled out according to The Terrace Rooftop Dining procedures

- Ensuring that performance reviews of all BOH employees are completed annually

Facility and Equipment

The Chef is responsible for the daily upkeep of the physical restaurant/kitchen, specifically:

- Providing a daily walk through of the kitchen to determine areas needing attention or repair.

- Maintaining a running punch list of need to have as well as nice to have items which are

handled in a timely fashion as appropriate.

- Planning necessary upgrades in a timely, well thought out way.

- Calling appropriate repair companies

- Keeping The Terrace Leadership informed of all necessary repairs and logging repairs and

Maintenance.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Compensation details: 75 Yearly Salary

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At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.

As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

Position Summary

As the Senior Analyst of Planning & Business Analytics reporting into the Lead Director, Coupon Planning & Capabilities you will own the expense and funding portfolio management and utilize your analytic and problem-solving skills to develop and report on various financial models.

You will impact our business in the following ways:

• Synthesizes weekly and monthly sales, margin and markdown impact projections, actuals vs. planned on core KPIs as part of monthly leadership business review.
• Assist with the development and reporting of business cases to support price/promo/coupon initiatives, innovations, and capability development. This includes developing, evaluating assumptions, creating, and modeling alternative financial scenarios, and appropriately including business case elements in multi-year planning exercises.
• Understand, track, report progress against budget, forecast, capability development and implementation plans scheduled to drive budgeted business growth including key milestones, deliverables, customer, trip, sales & margin, capital, and expense impacts.
• Oversee the reviewing of monthly accruals, invoice reconciliation along with their supported documentation prior to posting journal entries in SAP and prepare the monthly operational expenditure reports.
• Support consolidation of Pharmacy and Consumer Wellness annual operating plan and annual strategic plan preparation including socialization and formal business reviews with leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Strategic Leadership & Collaboration: 2+ years of experience engaging with executive leadership, using strong logical reasoning and storyboarding to influence strategic decision-making.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse business functions, leadership styles, and organizational levels.
• Data & Analytical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, and data modeling) and PowerPoint for data visualization and executive reporting.
• Comfortable working with imprecise or incomplete data, with a strong attention to detail and a data-driven mindset.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and their application in financial analysis and reporting.
• Communication & Influence: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information to a variety of audiences.
• Strong influencing skills with the ability to engage and align key stakeholders both within and outside the finance function.
• Adaptability & Execution: Self-motivated and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-paced and fluid settings, maintaining focus and delivering results under pressure.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the time, based on business needs.
• Flexibility to take on additional tasks as assigned by management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strategic Leadership & Collaboration: 3+ years' experience demonstrated ability to support a large organization and manage a multi-million-dollar business unit to achieve financial and business results.
• Experience working for a Fortune 500 company in merchandising, loyalty or promo, or a similar function for an omnichannel retail or retail pharmacy company.
• Demonstrated capability to address complex issues decisively while considering broader organizational dynamics and empowering leaders to drive results.
• Data & Analytical Proficiency: 2+ years' of hands-on experience with enterprise tools such as SAP S/4HANA, Ariba, Tableau, and/or Salesforce.
• Communication & Influence: Strong influencing skills with the ability to engage and align key stakeholders both within and outside the finance function.
• Adaptability & Execution: Willingness to work on ad-hoc projects.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or Business Management OR MBA

Anticipated Weekly Hours: 40

Time Type: Full time

Pay Range: The typical pay range for this role is: $46,988.00 - $112,200.00. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

Applications will be accepted until July 31, 2025.

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)

SAME MISSION, NEW DRIVE!

You love protecting your community and doing your part to keep our nation safe. But maybe youre looking for a change of scenery?

USBP is hiring immediately for full-time, career positions, where your prior law enforcement officer (LEO) experience may qualify you for higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunities. Continue making a difference with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.

Whether you gained this experience as part of a military police unit or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization, you have an opportunity to work with highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission.

Check out the duties and responsibilities section below, along with the qualifications section to see if you are eligible. Now is the time to make your move, along with excellent base pay, location pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives to newly appointed Agents (see details below).

DONT FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW

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.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from:

Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11, $63,148 - $120,145 per year
Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.
Overtime Pay: Up to 25%

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 from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.

All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in5 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.

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 nations 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 customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens 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:

GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:

• Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.
• Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.
• Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.

If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level.

GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as:

• Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
• Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
• Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.

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.

There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.

Other Requirements:

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including 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 in 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, and then complete the pre-screening questions.

Youll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal governments 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.

NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, youll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

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Job Industries

• Government & Military

BioTalent is partnering with a leading life sciences manufacturer to appoint an Associate Director of Lean Manufacturing to lead the advancement of Lean methodology and operational excellence across the Milford, Massachusetts site.

This role is responsible for cultivating a culture of sustainable improvement by embedding Lean principles, strengthening operational systems, and driving measurable enhancements in manufacturing and business processes. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with senior leadership and global Lean partners to implement strategy, standardize best practices, and elevate performance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to develop and execute a comprehensive Lean Manufacturing strategy aligned with an established Lean Operating System.
• Lead transformation initiatives across critical manufacturing and support areas to enhance safety, quality, delivery, cost efficiency, and productivity.
• Facilitate Structured Problem Solving and Value Stream Mapping sessions, guiding teams through analysis, planning, and implementation of improvements.
• Build, refine, and sustain tiered visual management and daily management systems that strengthen operational oversight and accountability.
• Plan and conduct kaizen events that deliver rapid and sustainable improvements.
• Analyse and streamline manufacturing and transactional processes to identify waste, improve efficiency, and reduce cost.
• Deliver training on Lean methodologies including Daily Management, 6S, SMED, Kanban, Overall Equipment Effectiveness, and standard work.
• Coach and mentor employees at all levels to develop Lean capability and reinforce continuous improvement behaviours.
• Challenge existing processes to elevate performance and ensure long-term sustainability of results.
• Support Lean initiatives at additional sites or functions as required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven ability to engage leadership and operational teams in Lean deployment.
• Demonstrated track record of achieving sustainable operational improvements.
• Extensive experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and the deployment of a Lean Operating System.
• Strong knowledge of value stream improvement tools (SMED, 6S, visual management, daily management, standard work).
• Lean or Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all organisational levels.
• Experience with advanced statistical tools and Six Sigma methodologies is advantageous.
• PMP certification or similar project management training preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Visio.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities along with strong communication, facilitation, and coaching skills.

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Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with an fantastic school district in Franklin County, MA searching for a School Adjustment Counselor to join a dedicated academic team to support high school-aged students.

In this role, you’ll provide targeted social-emotional support, crisis intervention, and case management to high school students, helping them develop coping skills, self-regulation, and healthy relationships. You’ll work closely with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to implement IEP and 504 supports, coordinate resources, and promote an inclusive school environment that supports students’ academic and emotional well-being.

Position Details:

• Location: In-person in Franklin County, MA (no hybrid or remote opportunities available)
• Expected Start Date: January 2026
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, depending on role and level, either 7:30AM - 2:00PM or 8:15AM - 3:15PM

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized and small-group counseling aligned with IEP and 504 goals to support self-regulation, coping skills, positive relationships, and overall emotional well-being in high school students.
• Implement targeted interventions and crisis-responsive supports to address social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs while fostering engagement and resilience in a safe, supportive environment.
• Serve as case manager for assigned students, coordinating IEP and 504 meetings, collaborating with educators and service providers, and ensuring compliance with timelines and documentation.
• Communicate regularly with families to share observations, discuss goals, and provide strategies that promote students’ emotional growth and stability at home and at school.
• Monitor and document progress toward social-emotional and behavioral goals while creating an inclusive, empowering environment that supports independence, confidence, and postsecondary readiness.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a mental health-related discipline.
• School Adjustment Counselor License through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and implementing social-emotional interventions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, families, and school staff.
• Experience working with high school students in an academic or therapeutic setting preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!