Information Technology For Development Jobs in West Haven

*This is an on-site role based in East Haven, CT. Candidates must live within commuting distance and be authorized to work in the U.S.*

Summary:

Town Fair Tire is seeking a highly motivated Quality Assurance Tester to join a mid-sized team of

Software Developers, Data Scientists & Network Admins. The Tester’s primary role is to ensure the stability and integrity of in-house proprietary Software. Ideal candidate must have 4+ years of

experience in Manual Testing on web based applications. Testers will also be involved in software

deployment processes. This position also offers an entry level opportunity for learning or improving skills with Automation Testing utilizing Gherkin syntax on a C# codebase.

Duties and Responsibilities:

 Test in-house proprietary Software for defects

 Use of Visual Studio and proprietary tools for code deployments

 Assist in creation, maintenance, and regular execution of Gherkin based Automation Scripts

coded in C#

 Drive assigned tasks to completion with minimal oversight

 Raise concerns or issues as early in the SDLC as possible

 Contribute insight on user experience concerns or ideas

 Communicate with developers and Project Owners to ensure functional and user requirements

are being met

 Document functional defects thoroughly using bug tracking and task management tools (Wrike)

 Collaborate with end users to collect data on reported defects or concerns

 Assist in all testing processes involving the migration and integration of new and legacy

technologies

 Participate in the identification and implementation of continuous improvement in process and

standards for the entire team

Requirements:

To be considered for this job, candidates may be required to have the following skills and

experience:

 4+ years experience in Manual Software testing

 Knowledge of quality assurance, software testing principles and practices, and understanding of

SDLC

 Experience with testing across a range of application types, including web, mobile and desktop

 Strong ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues in collaboration with Product Owners and

Developers, including verification of implemented fixes

 The ability to self-manage deliverables and communicate concerns

 Display ownership and autonomy to work on tasks and be pro-active in managing it end to end

 Excellent team building skills, including cross-functional team building

 Participate in requirement analysis to understand specifications and user stories

 Familiarity with Gherkin automation test architecture

 Familiarity with SQL database structures and use

 Familiarity using software Version Control application Git

Personal Attributes:

 Demonstrate a personal passion for delivering Top Quality product results

 Proactive attitude toward improving and optimizing existing and future systems

 Enthusiasm for learning new tools and methodologies

 Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

 Able to conduct research into software issues and products as required

 Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language

 Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail

 Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

 Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment

 Strong customer service orientation

 Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Job title: Customer Service Representative

Location: Remote (preferred in the Tri-State area)

Duration: 6+ Month C2H

2-3 years of experience minimum. Heavy preference for French Canadian speaking candidates, open to Bilingual - English/Spanish candidates, and will also consider English speaking candidates.

Overview

The Customer Service Representative (CSR) position is a dynamic Contact Center position focused on the servicing of inbound telecom/email requests from Members. Contact Center Representatives will handle complex inquiries involving Membership/Fraternal transactions that arrive in 3 primary languages (English, French, Spanish). The successful CSR will be able to thrive in a high-volume, changing service environment. At all times, maintains a professional, courteous, and positive image to reflect positively on the Orders image and business operations.

Core Responsibilities

• Greets callers positively and professionally; verifies security information such as, but not limited to, agent id, social security #, dob, address, and phone numbers.
• Engages callers, asks probing questions, to determine the nature of the call, and responds to the reason for the call. Use administrative systems to search for the information needed to answer the callers inquiry and provide the appropriate response.
• Follows procedures for release of specific policyholder information; assesses customer and field force needs for Home Office assistance. Forwards standard or special action requests to the appropriate department to comply with the callers request for written correspondence.
• Reviews and determines the nature of email inquiries, analyzes the issue, and responds appropriately or directs the inquiry to the proper department. Serves as liaison between our website and appropriate departments.
• Routinely reviews departmental communications, product updates, and other tools to stay current with organizational developments.

Skills Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of life insurance and annuity products in particular, with emphasis on the Orders product offerings.
• In-depth knowledge of Membership and Fraternal business function
• Complete familiarity with online information systems and procedures regarding the dissemination of information and product administration.
• Solid oral and written communication skills.
• Must be customer service oriented.
• Conflict resolution; diplomacy.
• Must be able to multi-task and enjoy working in a high-volume contact center
• Life 70, Policy Master Record, Ingenium, Red I, Rate Book, RBSS, AWD, and website.
• Customer Service training materials
• Microsoft Office: Outlook, One Note, Teams. Word, Excel
• Familiarity with Call Center Technology: IVR, Soft-Phone, Call Back Assist
• CRM
• Customer-Focused, Empathy, Service-Minded, Flexible, Task-oriented, Integrity, Multi-tasker

Preferred:

• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/French

Education: BS or BA degree in related field or equivalent work experience

Experience: 2-3 years related work experience with life insurance products and/or direct customer contactor equivalent combination of training and experience.

Department Supervisors lead, train, coach and develop associates in each department to ensure customers receive excellent service and can easily find the merchandise they need.

In addition, they provide valuable input into operational and merchandising decisions to the Store Management Team and Operations Team.

Department Supervisors have strong product and operational knowledge.

Specific store departments may include Building Materials, Decor, Electrical, Flooring, Gardening, Hardware, Kitchen & Bath, Lumber, Millwork, Paint, Plumbing, Pro Account Sales, Tool Rental, Front End, Freight, Receiving, Associate Support, Special Services, and Merchandising Execution or a combination of multiple departments depending on store structure.

Location: East Haven, CT

We are living our Purpose To Care Deeply about People, Helping them to Eat Well and Be Happy. This Purpose guides everything we do and is why we are in business. We are using our service priorities - Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency to help us make decisions at work every day and are critical to the success of our business goals.

To effectively direct and supervise all functions and activities of the Seafood Department and its Associates to achieve the Department's goals (i.e. sales, profit, Customer Experience, and Associate Engagement) in accordance with our Purpose and Service Priorities under the direction of the General Store Manager.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

The minimum required qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to stand/walk for the duration of a scheduled shift.
• Ability to perform basic computer functions.
• Ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs., and occasionally lift 60 lbs.
• Ability to work with fresh, dried and/or processed products, spices and powdered substances without negative allergic consequences.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.
• Ability to tolerate dust and cleaning agents during routine housekeeping duties.
• Ability to climb a ladder to retrieve items from overhead racking and storage areas.
• Ability to interact with Customers in a friendly and helpful way.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies.
• Ability to engage and lead Associates to achieve department goals.

Essential Job Functions:

Performance of the essential functions of this position requires the Associate to possess the minimum qualifications listed above and to perform these functions in accordance with all ShopRite Service Priorities (Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency). These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Safety (Food Safety & Compliance)

• Perform all duties in accordance with all Company policies and programs, and all Local, State, and Federal laws and regulations, including all environmental, health, safety and security policies, programs, laws and regulations.
• Perform all duties in accordance with HAACP and Food Handling procedures.
• Perform all duties in accordance with the Company's HAZCOM program and adhere to manufacturer's label instructions for the safe and proper use of all chemical products.
• Maintain a clean, neat, organized and safe work environment in accordance with Department QA standards.
• Clearly communicate and consistently enforce department and Company safety policies and procedures.
• Observe all safety regulations when operating equipment and utilize Personal Protective Equipment.
• Supervise the proper use of all equipment by Associates, including Personal Protective Equipment.
• Understand and adhere to all procedures in emergency situations.
• Use and maintain equipment in good working order; immediately advise Store Management of any maintenance or equipment problems.
• Ensure that Associates operating power equipment (balers, hi-lo's, power jacks, slicing machines, etc.) are 18 years of age or older.
• Regularly lift, pull, push and rotate merchandise that weights 25 lbs., and that occasionally weights up to 60 lbs.
• Unload trucks and transport merchandise to Seafood Department that weights 25 lbs., and that occasionally weights 60 lbs.
• Maintain all temperature logs and production sheets.
• Set up and maintains a proper cleaning maintenance schedule of entire department.
• Successfully complete training to receive and maintain a Company recognized Food Safety Certification.

Friendliness (Customer Experience & Associate Engagement)

• Greet all Customers and provide them with prompt, courteous service and assistance.
• Promote the sale of any current charitable promotions to Customers (i.e. Partners in Caring, Check Out Hunger).
• Assist with the onboarding of new department Associates, including interviewing, selection and training, in accordance with Company policies and procedures and all Local, State, and Federal labor laws and regulations.
• Provide continual training, developmental action planning, and meaningful feedback on job performance to Associates.
• Maintain an open line of communication and work cooperatively with all business partners.
• Lead Associates to work cooperatively while encouraging enthusiasm, loyalty, and creativity.
• Sample new items and seasonal favorites to stimulate Customer interest and demand.
• Encourage and recognize Associates to provide a positive Customer Experience.

Presentation (Personal & Department Conditions)

• Portray a professional appearance and be a positive role model for all Associates in the department in accordance with the Company Dress Code Policy.
• Ensure Unit Price Labels (tags) for all items are maintained and are current.
• Monitor Seafood storage area for cleanliness, neatness and preparation for next shift (i.e. making bale, reclamation, plastic, pallets).
• Ensure all merchandise is fully stocked and rotated in display cases, shelves and other applicable displays according to tag allocation and department standards.
• Ensure all product is blocked and faced in accordance with Company policy or as assigned.
• Ensure that featured sale merchandise is signed in accordance with Company and regulatory standards.
• Understand and adhere to all Country of Origin Label (C.O.O.L.) regulations for all products in the Seafood Department.

Efficiency (Department Operations & Regulatory Compliance)

• Understand and utilize all required applications and current technology as relates to Seafood Operations.
• Verify accuracy of invoices to actual product received.
• Ensure all reports and records are accurate, complete and retained in accordance with Company policy.
• Ensure the quality of all product received and secure properly in appropriate storage areas.
• Ensure the accuracy of item pricing, item locator and shelf allocation.
• Ensure reclamation or return-to-stock product procedures are followed in accordance with Company policy.
• Ensure in-store pricing procedures and in-store transfers are followed in accordance with Company policy.
• Understand and adhere to Local, State and Federal regulations as relates to Seafood Operations.
• Understand the impact of department financials and how to adjust department operations to ensure goals are achieved.
• Understand and adhere to Company shrink guidelines as relates to Seafood Operations.
• Clearly communicate and consistently enforce department and Company policies and procedures.
• Maintain proper staffing to meet projected sales and Customer Experience needs.
• Complete all applicable department training programs.
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance and work overtime as assigned.
• Perform all duties in accordance with all Local, State, and Federal Department of Labor Minor Regulations for any Associates under 18 years of age.
• Assist as needed in preparation of food products, catering, and special orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Important Disclaimer Notice:

The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an Associate may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. This job description is not a guarantee of employment.

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
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*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) 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.

Pay: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a well-established litigation team with a strong reputation in defense work and a broad, sophisticated client base.
• Handle meaningful, hands-on litigation work instead of being siloed into narrow support tasks.
• Work on a varied caseload including general liability, personal injury, construction defect, commercial trucking, and other civil defense matters.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a remote role while still being part of a collaborative, growth-oriented team.
• Build your long-term career with a firm that values mentorship, substantive responsibility, and sustainable growth.

Location: Remote, based in the Hartford, Connecticut market, offering strong flexibility while staying connected to meaningful litigation work in the region.

Note: Candidates must have an active Connecticut law license and prior insurance defense or closely related civil litigation defense experience.

About Us

We are a growing civil litigation defense practice representing businesses, insurers, and self-insured clients in a wide range of complex matters. We are committed to delivering excellent results in a cost-effective way while fostering a professional, supportive, and flexible work environment for our team. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle civil litigation matters from suit inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial prep
• Draft motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery requests, and discovery responses
• Take and defend depositions
• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and other proceedings
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and the court
• Develop case strategy, evaluate exposure, and support efficient resolution
• Partner with experienced attorneys and support staff on active litigation files
• Work on a diverse insurance defense caseload that may include general liability, personal injury, construction defect, commercial trucking, and employment-related matters

Qualifications

• J.D. required
• Active Connecticut bar admission required
• 3+ years of insurance defense or civil litigation defense experience
• Strong motion drafting, legal research, and writing skills
• Experience handling depositions, discovery, and court appearances
• Able to manage files independently while working well with a team
• Additional New England bar admissions are a plus
• Employment law, construction defect, and commercial trucking defense experience is a plus

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Remote flexibility with a respected and established litigation platform
• Strong mentorship and real hands-on litigation experience
• Collegial team environment with substantive responsibility
• Broad practice exposure and long-term growth potential
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, and additional employee support programs

JPC-777

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

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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• Government & Military

We are seeking a detail-oriented Estimator with experience in civil construction projects to join a growing and dynamic team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, managing the preconstruction process, and supporting project execution from bid through completion.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with operations teams to deliver high-quality civil projects.

What people are saying

• “Good teamwork. Good experience.”

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• “Good attention to detail and sense of accomplishment at the end of the day.”

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• “Great job … the best job I ever had loved working hands on.”

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Title: Sitework Estimator

Location: New Haven County, CT

Salary: $80,000 to $130,000

What We Offer

• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative team environment
• Exposure to diverse civil construction projects

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate equipment, labor, material, and subcontractor estimates
• Attend pre-bid conferences and site visits
• Analyze project sites to understand conditions and restrictions impacting production
• Develop and evaluate subcontractor quotes for scope completeness and value
• Prepare and track project bid status reports
• Ensure compliance with scope of work, geotechnical reports, drawings, specifications, and details
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and prepare cost estimates using HCSS Heavy Bid
• Develop preliminary project schedules
• Maintain and update historical cost databases and cost codes
• Lead and manage support staff during the bid process
• Oversee preconstruction activities and manage buyout process upon project award
• Coordinate thorough project handoff to Project Manager and Superintendent
• Support project implementation throughout the lifecycle of the project

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience estimating civil construction projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent field experience)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and stay organized
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced proficiency in:
• HCSS Heavy Bid

Property Manager – New Haven County, CT

Our client, a growing multifamily property management company with assets across New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut, is seeking two Property Managers to join their Connecticut portfolio. These are on-site leadership roles overseeing Class A/B multifamily communities in New Haven, CT and North Haven, CT. These are on-site leadership roles responsible for the full oversight of property operations, staff supervision, resident relations, and financial performance. This company acquires, renovates, and manages residential communities and offers stable portfolios as well as opportunity for long-term growth.

Open Property Manager Positions:

• Property Manager – New Haven, CT: Multi-building, 100+ unit community. Requires someone who can hit the ground running.
• Property Manager – North Haven, CT: 100+ unit garden-style community recently acquired and fully gut-renovated. All buildings, units, and systems are brand new.

Property Manager Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a 100+ unit multifamily community
• Supervise onsite staff including maintenance and administrative personnel
• Manage rent collection, assistance payments, delinquencies, and operating expenses
• Prepare and monitor property budgets and financial reporting
• Coordinate maintenance requests, capital improvements, renovations, and vendor work
• Conduct regular inspections of buildings, grounds, and common areas
• Ensure property compliance with local regulations and company standards
• Handle resident relations, lease enforcement, renewals, and conflict resolution
• Show units to prospective tenants and explain lease terms
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to maintain high occupancy
• Maintain accurate records of unit availability, permits, and operating costs
• Act as liaison between ownership, onsite staff, vendors, and residents

Property Manager Requirements:

• 2-3+ years of experience managing multifamily properties (Class A preferred)
• Experience managing communities with 100+ units required
• Direct supervisory experience over onsite staff preferred
• Strong property accounting experience including rent collection and expense management
• Amenity building experience preferred

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits, PTO
• On-site, full-time direct hire role
• Stable and growing ownership group

Salary: $65,000 – $70,000