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A client of Insight Global is seeking a senior-level Mechanical Engineer to lead projects focused on designing and managing fluid systems. Responsibilities include developing pumping and pipeline processes, ensuring material compatibility, and overseeing instrumentation. The role also involves managing budgets, scheduling, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring compliance with industry standards for fluid-related projects.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design and implement fluid processes, including pumping systems, pipelines, and tanks.

- Ensure material compatibility and select components such as hoses, valves, strainers, filters, flow meters, heat exchangers, and fittings.

- Configure liquid storage tanks and related equipment (heating, insulation, level and temperature measurement).

- Manage instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature gauges) and support packaging line throughput metrics.

- Participate in project implementation, including testing, installation, and commissioning.

- Assist in managing capital projects, controlling scope, schedule, and budget.

- Develop and enforce engineering standards and procedures.

- Support company expansion and cost-reduction initiatives.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

- 10-12 years of related experience in a process manufacturing industry (chemical or petroleum preferred).

- Proficiency in AutoCAD software (2D/3D), Microsoft Office, and Plant 3D

- Comfortable with heavy travel (up to 50%)

- Strong communication and adaptability

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

- PE License

- PMP Certification

Our client is seeking an experienced Plant Quality Manager to oversee and manage the quality assurance processes at their automotive manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will lead a team of quality engineers, technicians and coordinators ensuring the highest standards of quality are maintained throughout the production process. This role is critical in driving continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. FULL RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE!

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the plant quality department, including a team of quality engineers, to ensure quality objectives are met.

- Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance systems and processes to ensure product quality and compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and supply chain, to identify and resolve quality issues.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize manufacturing processes.

- Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics, preparing reports and presenting findings to senior management.

- Oversee the auditing process of internal systems and processes to ensure compliance with ISO standards and other relevant regulations.

- Manage customer quality concerns and lead problem-solving efforts to address and resolve issues promptly.

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers and suppliers to ensure quality expectations are met and exceeded.

- Train and mentor quality engineers and production staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.

- Stay updated on industry trends, advancements, and regulatory changes to ensure ongoing compliance and competitiveness.

What we are seeking:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.

- Proven experience in quality management within the automotive industry preferred.

- Strong leadership skills with a track record of effectively leading and developing a team of quality engineers.

- In-depth knowledge of quality management systems, ISO standards, and automotive industry standards (e.g., IATF 16949).

- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions. (PPAP, PFEMA, etc)

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

- Proficient in quality management software and tools.

- Certification in quality management (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ CQE) is a plus.

About Fennec

Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of PEDMARK® to reduce the risk of platinum-induced ototoxicity in pediatric patients. Further, PEDMARK® received FDA approval in September 2022 and European Commission approval in June 2023 and U.K. approval in October 2023 under the brand name PEDMARQSI®. PEDMARK has received Orphan Drug Exclusivity in the U.S. and PEDMARQSI has received Pediatric Use Marketing Authorization in Europe which includes eight years plus two years of data and market protection.

At Fennec we are focused on the mission to serve patients and take pride in our hustle, determination, and collaboration with all stakeholders. We are growing and excited to have opportunities for our employees to experience making an impact on the lives of the patients we serve as well as creating opportunities for themselves and their careers. 

About the Role

Within the assigned territory the position is responsible for driving new business, achieving profitable territory results, developing and maintaining relationships with our provider customers of PEDMARK in Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri. Educating HCPs through strong professional relationships built with trust and reliability are the cornerstone of a successful Territory Manager. Each Territory Manager will build, manage, and execute business plans that will deliver on company sales objectives. All employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, and compliance with all interactions and adhere to industry guidelines. 

Responsibility

• Achieve/Exceed PEDMARK sales goals by maximizing revenue and market share in the assigned territory. Masters in-depth knowledge of the product, market, customers and distribution model.
• Educates and promotes PEDMARK to cisplatin prescribing Oncologists, NPs, PAs in pediatric, academic and community sites of care. 
• Uses in-depth product knowledge that includes the safety and efficacy of PEDMARK to make compelling, compliant, and persuasive sales calls to customers resulting in PEDMARK sales.
• Must be a skilled collaborator who can build significant internal and external stakeholder relationships to deliver on the PEDMARK promise. 
• Heart of a champion. Must have a passion to serve others, operate every day with a sense of urgency, and manage multiple accounts.
• Sells PEDMARK adhering to company’s business ethics, compliance policy, marketing message, and company strategy.
• Work together with company’s medical and patient services teams to build and maintain high quality customer relationships. Must be skilled at scheduling, coordinating, and following through with planned programs including medical education, provider in-services, and executive exchanges.
• Continuously improves selling skills and product knowledge through self-driven behaviors as well as the successful completion in company training programs.
• Responsibly manages and utilizes company resources, including territory budget, company literature, and marketing materials.
• Operate within full compliance of OIG guidelines as directed by Fennec Pharmaceuticals
• Accurately report sales activities through the consistent use of company directed and provided tools
• Create and submit timely and accurate expense reports using assigned expense system

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required
• 2 – 5 + years of successful B2B selling experience required
• Documented consistent rankings in the top 20%
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills
• Ability to network and develop strong professional relationships
• Skilled at prioritization and demonstrating initiative, working independently to address issues and solve problems.
• Self-motivated to build PEDMARK customer advocates through relationships.
• Unwavering patient-first mindset
• Exceptionally skilled at organizing and effectively managing time in territory
• Flexible and adaptable in dealing with change in a growing work environment
• Overnight travel varies depending on territory size

Compensation & Benefit Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your

career. Below is an overview of the compensation and benefit its offerings.

Base salary range: $95,000-$120,000

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base

salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the

individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique

skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held.

Employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan,

short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, company holidays,

vacation, cell phone and WiFi reimbursement, a bonus, and stock options.

About the job

The Preconstruction Manager oversees all early project planning and estimating activities

while leading and mentoring other estimators. This position is responsible for developing

accurate conceptual through final estimates, preparing big packages, coordinating with

owners, design teams, subcontractors and ensuring a smooth transition from preconstruction

to construction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preconstruction Lead: Manage all phases from conceptual estimating through final

pricing, including budgeting, value engineering, and constructability reviews.

• Estimating & Scope Development: Prepare and review detailed takeoffs, estimates,

scopes of work, bid packages, and front-end documents across multiple projects.

• Bid Management & Analysis: Oversee subcontractor and supplier solicitations, bid

leveling, comparisons, and all bid-day execution activities.

• Team Coordination: Collaborate with owners, clients, architects, engineers, and

internal teams to guide design development, schedules, and project decisions.

• Projects & Handoff: Support proposals, GMP development, and seamless transition

from preconstruction to operations, including post-bid evaluations.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.

• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Estimating Software, and Bluebeam.

• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and physical presence at assigned workplace.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of 8+ years in construction management is required.

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field is preferred.

With over 35 years of cross-industry management consulting experience, DeWolff, Boberg & Associates has successfully provided services to a variety of clients worldwide and has conducted over 700 projects in 20 countries.

Management Consultants gain exposure to Fortune 500 companies in various industries and work side by side, “on the floor”, coaching frontline managers and supervisors in behavioral changes that drive sustainable performance and financial improvements.

Armed with training in our proven methodology and the knowledge gained as previous business leaders, Management Consultants customize solutions for our client’s existing people, processes and business environments to help them achieve dramatic improvements in productivity, quality, service and profitability.

This position requires 100% weekly, Sunday-Friday travel to designated project locations. You may be located in most states.

We focus on implementation and transformational change and deliver value by:

• Professionally service client organizations to solve business issues, create value, maximize growth and improve overall performance for sustainability
• Quickly become familiar with client business challenges and technologies to understand the environment for behavioral changes
• Gather, organize and analyze data regarding key business drivers to present information in a manner that is meaningful to clients by using metrics and analytics to guide organizational decision-making
• Thoroughly understand client resource utilization to identify waste in time and resources to provide operational and performance improvement opportunities
• Openly, respectfully and professionally discuss business and organizational shortcomings with clients to provide valuable feedback and influence solutions for long-term sustainability
• Empower frontline accountability of actions, roles and responsibilities by guiding clients through self-explorations of their business segments and staff utilization
• Collaborate with frontline leaders on a daily basis to improve leadership and management behaviors
• Effectively coach clients to approach their business issues as forward thinkers to exude confidence for improving behaviors and process efficiencies
• Assist the client with tool building and/or modification
• Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among project team members that allows for healthy disagreements – expeditiously resolve conflicts by approaching with positive cohesiveness, supportiveness and working effectively together to enable the overall team to succeed

Travel and Per Diem:

• All travel reward points and air miles earned personally belong to each Management Consultant and can be used as preferred
• Weekend travel flexibility including company paid companion flights or other city destination accommodations
• All employees are eligible to receive a pre-tax biweekly travel reimbursement per diem while working at a client site provided they stay at project site hotel
• A pre-tax biweekly allowance is included for parking and transportation fare to and from employees’ home airport

Benefits:

• DB&A has a competitive benefits package and offers 2 plan options that pays 100% of medical premiums for employee
• Medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability Insurance, FSA, 401(k)
• Two weeks paid vacation + one week paid PTO + paid year-end holiday closure

Advancement Opportunities:

At DB&A, our people are our greatest asset which is why we believe strongly in the internal growth and development of our employees. As a Management Consultant, individuals have the opportunity to drive their careers based on performance and contributions.

We offer a three-tier Consultant Career Track and a Project Manager Career Track with the ability to advance directly from Senior Consultant to Project Manager. As a Project Manager, there is also upward potential to become a Chief of Operations and/or a Shareholder of DB&A. Our remarkable team consists of highly competitive and committed business professionals who are passionate about building life-long rewarding careers with us.

Professional Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of direct supervision and management experience (Manufacturing, Distribution or Engineering industries preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflict, build consensus and facilitate problem-solving and collaboration amongst cross functional teams
• Strong observation, analytical, numerical reasoning, business acumen and leadership skills
• Strong facilitation skills and ability to build relationships and interface with clients at all levels of the organization
• Ability to balance delivery of results, problem solving and client management
• Ability to juggle many responsibilities at one time to effectively partner with clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Develop a high level of personal and professional credibility with all levels of the organization and external client
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced, high pressure and changing environments
• Exceptional communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills
• Ability to succeed in a team environment and deliver/receive daily constructive feedback
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite specifically Excel
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background, criminal, financial/credit and drug screening

The Equal Employment Opportunity Policy of this corporation is to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. Our corporation hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

This corporation believes that all employees should be provided with a work environment which enables each team member to be productive and to work to the best of his/her ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment based on race, color religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

We expect and require the cooperation of all employees in maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free atmosphere.

• Articulate and promote customer benefits of technology and value that Murphy Technology Solutions provides customers.
• Have a clear understanding of grade control activities and applications that take place on customer job sites.
• Install, calibrate, and prepare machine control systems and verify optimal performance prior to machine delivery.
• Support and diagnose customer issues with machine control systems or jobsite grade management and perform repairs. 
• Set-up base and rovers and localize jobsites as needed.
• Support Precision Construction Sales Specialists with technical questions
• Deliver customer and internal training for machine control and grade management.
• Maintain technology and industry knowledge and expertise.
• Maintain inventory of grade control systems, components, and tools.
• Collaborate with our team on new products and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Keep up to date on competitive offerings and differences.

• Assist with other duties assigned and directed by corporate management within the framework of Murphy Tractor and Equipment Company, Inc.’s objectives.

• Able to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Strong focus on customer service.
• Strong knowledge of Grade Control Solutions and construction equipment technology.
• Good skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for demonstration purposes.
• Able to maintain a standard operating Driver’s License.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-Motivated
• Able to meet commitments and deadlines.
• Able to complete required documentation and reports in a timely manner.
• Able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to work a flexible schedule as needed.

·        Able to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete within time constraints.

·        Demonstrates openness to new procedures, technology and structure.

Employee must be able to do occasional lifting of up to 60 lbs., crawl and climb on/under heavy equipment, walk over construction/excavation sites (irregular terrain), stoop, bend, kneel, twist and stand for extended periods of time. Employee must be able to operate a motor vehicle day and night and will be asked to travel long distances with some nights out (estimated 50% travel).

·        Prior Sales, Service, or Vocation/Technical degree and/or equivalent work experience or training in grade control is preferred.

·        Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A MISSION WORTHY OF A CAREER!

If you’re looking for “just a job,” then stop reading right now. But, if you’re looking for a long-term federal law enforcement career, one that makes a difference every day to our country and its citizens, then the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) would like you to take the first step to becoming an entry level Border Patrol Agent. 

USBP is hiring immediately to fill full-time,entry-level, career positions in federal law enforcement where your prior experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify. Train and work with an elite team of professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and sense of purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. 

Now is the time to make your move because, along with excellent base pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives (see details below).

Salary and Benefits

Annual base salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $51,632 - $92,219 per year. Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be eligible for up to $20,000 in incentives. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location such as Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer or Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ.

*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duty Locations

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ first-choice preferences. RELOCATION MAY BE REQUIRED. 

Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level. 

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:

• Big Bend Sector Stations - *Presidio, Van Horn, *Sanderson, Alpine, *Sierra Blanca, Marfa

• Buffalo Sector Stations - Wellesley Island

• Del Rio Sector Stations - Del Rio, Brackettville, *Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde

• El Paso Sector Stations - Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces, *Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta

• El Centro Sector Stations - El Centro, Indio, Calexico

• Grand Forks Sector Stations - Pembina

• Havre Sector Stations - Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass

• Houlton Sector Stations - Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren

• Laredo Sector Stations - Laredo South, Cotulla, *Hebbronville, Laredo West, *Freer, Laredo North, Zapata

• Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations - Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen

• San Diego Sector Stations - Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente

• Spokane Sector Stations - Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville

• Swanton Sector Stations - Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford

• Tucson Sector Stations - *Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox

• Yuma Sector Stations - Blythe, Yuma, Wellton

Duties and Responsibilities

As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. 

Typical assignments include: 

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

Qualifications

You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: 

Experience: One (1) year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR 

Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR 

Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. 

You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following: 

Experience: One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to: 

• Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.
• Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.
• Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.

Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership. Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. Or one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university; OR 

A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. 

Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level. Please refer to the BPA GL-9 - 11 announcement.

Other Requirements

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

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. 

Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military)

A MISSION WORTHY OF A CAREER!

If you’re looking for “just a job,” then stop reading right now. But, if you’re looking for a long-term federal law enforcement career, one that makes a difference every day to our country and its citizens, then the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) would like you to take the first step to becoming an entry level Border Patrol Agent. 

USBP is hiring immediately to fill full-time,entry-level, career positions in federal law enforcement where your prior experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify. Train and work with an elite team of professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and sense of purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. 

Now is the time to make your move because, along with excellent base pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives (see details below).

Salary and Benefits

Annual base salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $51,632 - $92,219 per year. Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be eligible for up to $20,000 in incentives. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location such as Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer or Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ.

*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duty Locations

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ first-choice preferences. RELOCATION MAY BE REQUIRED. 

Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level. 

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:

• Big Bend Sector Stations - *Presidio, Van Horn, *Sanderson, Alpine, *Sierra Blanca, Marfa

• Buffalo Sector Stations - Wellesley Island

• Del Rio Sector Stations - Del Rio, Brackettville, *Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde

• El Paso Sector Stations - Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces, *Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta

• El Centro Sector Stations - El Centro, Indio, Calexico

• Grand Forks Sector Stations - Pembina

• Havre Sector Stations - Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass

• Houlton Sector Stations - Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren

• Laredo Sector Stations - Laredo South, Cotulla, *Hebbronville, Laredo West, *Freer, Laredo North, Zapata

• Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations - Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen

• San Diego Sector Stations - Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente

• Spokane Sector Stations - Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville

• Swanton Sector Stations - Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford

• Tucson Sector Stations - *Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox

• Yuma Sector Stations - Blythe, Yuma, Wellton

Duties and Responsibilities

As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. 

Typical assignments include: 

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations
• Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

Qualifications

You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: 

Experience: One (1) year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR 

Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR 

Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. 

You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following: 

Experience: One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to: 

• Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.
• Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.
• Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.

Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership. Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. Or one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university; OR 

A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. 

Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level. Please refer to the BPA GL-9 - 11 announcement.

Other Requirements

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

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. 

Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military)