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Senior Mechanical Engineer

About Us:

At OptiGrid, LLC, we’re on a mission to electrify the future—beyond the grid. We build cutting-edge battery-based energy storage systems that deliver ultrafast charging for electric vehicles (EVs) and provide clean, affordable, and resilient power alternatives for site hosts. Our work is transforming how energy is distributed and accelerating sustainable electrification.

We’re growing fast and looking for passionate problem-solvers who thrive on innovation and want to make a real impact. If you’re resilient, creative, and ready to challenge the status quo, join our team of trailblazers, enthusiasts, and change-makers.

Position Overview:

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at OptiGrid, you’ll be the driving force behind transitioning innovative product designs from R&D into full-scale production. Your expertise will directly influence product performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction—opening new markets and driving our technology forward.

You’ll collaborate with talented R&D engineers and manufacturing teams, guiding production line layouts, functional tests, and quality checks. Your work will ensure that every product meets the highest standards of manufacturability and quality, while continuously improving design and process efficiency.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead Product Introduction: Own the introduction of new mechanical components into production, ensuring seamless transitions from prototype to volume manufacturing.
• Optimize Manufacturing: Work with manufacturing teams to define assembly order and process for efficient production line layouts.
• Drive Design Excellence: Coordinate design for manufacturability reviews with suppliers, and organize implementation status to guarantee robust, scalable solutions.
• Innovate Testing: Design functional test equipment and create comprehensive test plans to achieve product testing objectives.
• Solve Problems: Diagnose and resolve manufacturing and quality issues for parts and assemblies in production, ensuring reliability and performance.
• Engineer Documentation: Prepare or revise drawings of mechanical parts, wiring harnesses, and schematics derived from specifications and product requirements.
• Collaborate & Build: Coordinate and participate in the assembly of early production units, supporting cross-functional teams for new product introduction.
• Validate & Improve: Perform mechanical integrity testing on prototypes, support third-party compliance testing, and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited institution
• 5+ years in electronics manufacturing, with a track record of successfully launching products from concept to full-scale production.
• Demonstrated expertise in transitioning designs into volume production using sheet metal, extrusion, and injection molding processes—your skills will help us deliver reliable, scalable solutions.
• Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD design and a deep understanding of ASME Y14.5 standards, ensuring precision and manufacturability in every project.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, enabling you to collaborate effectively across teams and present ideas with clarity and impact.

Bonus Points:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in electronics packaging, demonstrating mastery in complex, high-performance systems.
• Proven track record in designing and manufacturing Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) products
• Experience with lithium-ion battery system manufacturing, enabling you to drive reliability and safety in next-generation energy solutions.
• Proficiency in PTC Creo Parametric, including Sheet Metal & Cabling Extension and Harness Manufacturing Extension (HMX)
• Skilled in Arena and Windchill PLM systems, streamlining product lifecycle management and accelerating time-to-market.

If you’re passionate about pushing boundaries and eager to make a real impact, we’d love to see how your expertise can help us deliver world-class products.

OptiGrid offers competitive benefits, including:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• PTO

At OptiGrid, LLC, we offer fair and equal opportunities to all our candidates and team members regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, disability status, parental status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. OptiGrid, LLC believes in hiring individuals only based on their qualifications and experiences that meet our business requirements to fill the positions.

Join SEG Sparkstone - Engineering the future of Power Distribution & Control Through Agile Engineering

At SEG Sparkstone, we’re more than a manufacturing company — we are a leading innovator in power distribution and control solutions. Founded as Chicago Switchboard in 1936, today we have manufacturing locations in Addison Illinois, Armada Michigan, Houston Texas, San Antonio Texas, and Loveland Colorado.

We design and deliver custom-engineered low and medium voltage electrical products and controls that power industries, facilities, and infrastructure across the United States. SEG Sparkstone is a trusted leader in the industry that is recognized for our agility and progressiveness that allows you to have a direct impact on our future.

If you are passionate about making a difference in a fast-paced environment and value agility, collaboration, customer focus, and integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Position Overview

SEG is seeking a motivated, detail oriented Inside Sales Support Representative to assist in growing sales of custom UL508A/698 control and relay panel solutions. This role supports business development efforts by preparing accurate quotations, coordinating with engineering and production teams, and ensuring timely, customer-focused service. The ideal candidate brings strong technical aptitude and an organized, team-oriented approach.

Location

This position is based on-site at CES Loveland, Colorado facility and requires presence in the location five days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Support sales growth through prompt evaluation of quotation opportunities and development of solutions that address specific customer needs using technical and electrical expertise.
• Prepare quotations, perform project costing, and assist with project kick-off activities once orders are received.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to develop accurate and competitive quotes for custom control panel solutions.
• Maintain working knowledge of UL508A/UL698 standards, industry trends, and the competitive landscape.
• Drive follow-up on active opportunities with manufacturers’ representatives and sales partners by:
• Obtaining proposal status and forecasting future orders, including value and timing.
• Evaluating customer engagement and overall mindshare for CES products.
• Providing regular feedback to management on pipeline health and opportunity progression.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, quotations, and pipeline activity within the CRM system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering a plus or minimal of 3+ years of experience with UL508/698 control, relay panels.
• Strong understanding of UL508A/UL698 standards and general industrial, automation control & relay panels construction preferred.
• Demonstrated experience using structured proposal and quotation processes; ability to maintain momentum and solve problems in imperfect or fast-paced environments.
• Industrial Technology, Automation, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and control, relay panel layouts.
• Self-starter with effective communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Region: United States

• Job Reporting: Commercial Organization

Job Level: Individual Contributor

• Schedule: Full-time

This job is a required to be on site

• Loveland, Colorado CES location.

Does this position offer relocation? No

• Travel: Up to 5% of the time

Safety Director

The Safety Director leads safety efforts across all regions and works closely with Plant Managers, Trade Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, Project Management and other partners to develop and execute strategic initiatives. This role motivates teams to deliver high quality products safely and on schedule. This position shapes the company’s safety strategies and strengthens a culture where safety is a shared responsibility. It plans, develops, implements, and oversees corporate and regional safety, health, and environmental programs in support of our core value of providing a safe working environment. Responsibilities include creating safety standards and training, monitoring compliance, and managing recognition programs.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

Leadership

• Engages teams through clear, informed communication and removes obstacles that impact safety performance.
• Collaborates with leaders across the U.S. Engineering family of Companies to align safety expectations and ensure products, processes, and systems meet regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and internal standards.
• Promotes continuous improvement across all safety practices.

Safety and Culture

• Promotes a commitment to safety and partners with teams to reach a goal of zero unsafe behaviors.
• Encourages a culture rooted in accountability and shared responsibility, reinforcing our organizational wide cultural norms.
• Mentors and trains teams and builds cross-functional involvement in safety initiatives.

Performance (Technical Responsibilities):

• Leads and directs regional Safety Teams to ensure alignment across all sites.
• Conducts strategic assessments Performs Strategic review and planning of Safety Systems and Processes.
• Reviews project specific safety requirements and ensures compliance with regulatory standards through effective documentation and controls.
• Monitors manufacturing activities to verify safety adherence across operations.
• Works directly with customers to resolve safety concerns and ensure satisfaction.
• Uses data and analytics to uncover trends and guide decision making.
• Stays current on industry safety standards and updates the corporate safety program to reflect best practices.
• Represents the company in safety related hearings and regulatory matters (OSHA, etc.).
• Participates in internal cross company initiatives and supports relevant community, philanthropic and industry activities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field required

Experience:

• 10 years of safety management experience required

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Proactive leadership, clear communication, and sound judgment when addressing risk, managing incidents, and anticipating future safety needs.
• Deep understanding of safety regulations and compliance requirements
• Strong ability to identify and resolve safety issues and prevent recurrence
• Experience developing and implementing safety standards and training
• Ability to analyze data to identify trends and support decision-making
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across diverse audiences including leadership, suppliers, and customers
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, and project management teams to integrate safety into all operations
• Proven ability to assess safety challenges quickly and accurately
• High attention to detail in reviews, documentation, and reporting
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and safety expectations
• Adaptability to evolving industry trends, technologies, and regulations
• Ability to build and sustain customer partnerships while addressing safety concerns
• Strong risk-identification and mitigation skills.

Physical and/or travel demands:

• Responsibilities involve work across manufacturing floors, office environments, and job sites
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, typing, and use of monitor and phone; occasional climbing, reaching, stooping, and lifting
• Travel required as necessary, including road travel and occasional flights with overnight stays

Benefits and Compensation:

• The range for this position has been established at $121K to $170K per year and is U.S. Engineering Metalwork's good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
• Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package, including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.

To apply, please visit must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

U.S. Engineering Metalworks is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

U.S. Engineering Metalworks is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and job specifications required of employees so classified. U.S. Engineering reserves the right to revise as needed. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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

You love protecting your community and doing your part to keep our nation safe. But maybe you’re 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).

DON’T 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 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.

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 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.

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.

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

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level

NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!

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

U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW

The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.

If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), within the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is hiring immediately for these full-time, entry-level, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

Salary and Benefits

Annual Base Salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows:

GL-5/GL-7 $49,739 - $89,518 per year

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

Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.

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

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

Duties and Responsibilities

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

Typical assignments include:

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

Qualifications

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Other Requirements

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

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

Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.

You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.

If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.