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Benefits Manager (HR Benefits + Leave Administration)

QUIKRETE, a leading producer of packaged products, is seeking a full-time, on-site Benefits Manager as part of our HR team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing benefits programs within the manufacturing sector. This role will be responsible for overseeing the administration, communication, and compliance of our benefits and leave programs, ensuring they meet the needs of our diverse workforce. This is a functional manager role, managing processes and escalation. This is not a people manager role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other regulations
• Auditing of benefits and file feeds for data accuracy
• Manage file feeds to HR systems
• Vendor management
• Escalation management from benefit coordinators, requires strong customer service
• Liaison between employee and manager, HR, and vendors
• Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information.
• Monitor benefit plan utilization, analyze trends, and provide actionable recommendations
• Manage leave of absence programs (FMLA, STD/LTD, etc.) and ADA accommodations in coordination with HR partners
• Serve as the subject matter expert for all employee benefit questions and escalations
• Assists with open enrollment process, including, communications development and distribution, OE system testing, and educational webinars.
• Oversee all aspects of health, welfare, retirement, and wellness programs
• Lead open enrollment and partner with vendors, brokers, and internal teams
• Review and approve vendor invoices
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline
• 8+ years of benefits administration experience
• Deep understanding of benefit regulations and compliance requirements including leave requirements and other legal protections afforded by the FMLA, ADA, and other applicable leave laws
• Prior experience with pension plans
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in plan analysis and reporting
• Excellent communication, vendor management, and project coordination skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, especially Excel
• Strong customer service and empathy

About us:

Founded in 1940 in Columbus, Ohio, The QUIKRETE® Companies is the largest manufacturer of packaged concrete and cement mixes in North America, and an innovative leader in the building and home improvement industries. In addition, QUIKRETE® offers related products through numerous wholly-owned subsidiaries and operates around 250 facilities in the U.S. alone, allowing for unsurpassed distribution and product depth. Technical centers across the QUIKRETE® network also ensure that professionals and DIY consumers alike are provided with the most innovative and highest quality products available on the market.

• As a family-owned company with 81 years in business, we offer stability.
• We're investing in new businesses and technologies to ensure sustainable growth for years to come.
• We offer competitive compensation, Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Supplemental Life and Basic life Insurance, employees discounts, great work environment and an amazing team!

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At Foresite Group, we are honored to have been recognized as a Best Firm to Work For over the past 13 years. As a multi-disciplinary engineering, planning, and design firm with offices nationwide, we take pride in leading the industry with our collaborative and responsive services. Our success begins with our people. We work diligently to foster a growth-oriented culture that empowers our team to thrive professionally while maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

We want everyone to love working here as much as we do. Our diverse range of services includes Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Structural Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Wireless Services, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Safety, and Broadband Engineering. Each discipline is backed by a team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence and innovation. Join us and become part of a firm that values your growth and contributions, ensuring a fulfilling and dynamic career.

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Transportation Planner to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in analyzing, developing, and implementing transportation plans and projects that cater to the evolving needs of our growing community. Ideal candidates will possess a robust background in urban planning, transportation engineering, and public policy, coupled with a passionate commitment to sustainable transportation solutions. If you have the expertise and drive to shape the future of our community’s transportation landscape, we invite you to be part of our forward-thinking team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Transportation Planning:

• Apply diverse knowledge of transportation planning principles across a wide spectrum of projects.
• Define regional or local transportation planning issues, lead, or participate in public meetings or hearings to explain planning studies, and gather feedback from affected parties to achieve consensus on project plan recommendations.
• Develop and update transportation plans, policies, and programs that address current and future transportation needs.
• Stakeholder engagement: Work with government agencies, community groups, and the public to gather input and build consensus on transportation initiatives.
• Research and Development: Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements to incorporate innovative solutions into transportation planning.
• Report Writing: Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Policy Development: Assist in the development of transportation policies and regulations that promote safety, accessibility, and sustainability.
• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret transportation data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.

Project Management:

• Manage transportation projects from inception to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Execute Tasks within project requirements and deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field.

Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of engineering experience in development of multi-modal plans. Experience with active transportation plans, complete street plans, corridor plans, and safety plans preferred.

Licensure: AICP or PTP certification preferred

Skills:

• Proficiency in transportation planning software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and integrity.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including government officials, community organizations, and the public.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exposure to a wide range of projects across engineering disciplines
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• A work-hard, play-hard mentality with regular social events and peer recognition programs
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program
• Telemedicine + Teletherapy
• Wellness Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short + Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Flexible Schedules
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Floating Holiday
• Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Program

This role is responsible for preparing and issuing accurate customer invoices, validating billing terms and rates against contracts and supporting documentation, resolving billing exceptions, and maintaining strong documentation and internal controls. The AR Billing Specialist partners cross-functionally (Operations, Sales/Account teams, and Finance) to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant billing and to support continuous improvement through standard work and effective use of ERP tools (Microsoft Dynamics 365 strongly preferred). THIS IS A 6 month TEMP To Perm Role. Fully onsite role.

Key Responsibilities

• Invoice Preparation & Issuance: Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner; ensure invoices align to service agreements, approved rates, and billing schedules.
• Contract/PO Review & Billing Validation: Review contracts, purchase orders, and service agreements to confirm billing terms, rates, frequency, and required supporting documentation; ensure appropriate approvals are in place before invoicing.
• Billing Accuracy, Adjustments & Documentation: Research and resolve billing discrepancies; process credit memos, rebills, and other adjustments as needed; maintain clear audit trails and organized billing documentation.
• Customer Account Maintenance: Maintain accurate customer and billing records (bill-to/ship-to, billing contacts, invoice delivery preferences, and related master data) and support data quality routines.
• Month-End Close Support: Assist with month-end close activities, including billing cutoffs, AR accrual support, and reconciliations; provide schedules and support documentation as requested.
• Audit & Compliance Support: Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to requests, and providing documentation; adhere to internal controls and company policies.
• Continuous Improvement & Systems Enablement: Identify opportunities to improve billing processes and reduce rework; contribute to SOPs/job aids and leverage technology to enhance billing workflows (automation, reporting, and standardized templates).

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in Billing, including invoice preparation and exception resolution.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Office (Excel required).
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation discipline.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; customer-service mindset when working with internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Finance/AR) experience is strongly preferred; experience creating/maintaining invoices and supporting AR processes in D365 is a major plus.
• Experience in a high-volume, multi-location services environment with contract-based billing.
• Experience supporting close and audit requests, including reconciliations and schedule preparation.
• Comfort working in a shared services model with service levels, cutoffs, and standard work expectations

Core Competencies

• Accuracy & quality focus • Ownership & follow-through • Exception resolution • Customer service mindset • Process discipline & documentation • Controls mindset • Systems fluency & continuous improvement

6 months temp to perm role

Job Overview

Reporting to the Manager of Game Systems, you will help build a highend transaction system and lead the rearchitecture of existing systems to support new markets, horizontal scaling, and emerging gaming technologies. You’ll bring fresh, innovative ideas to support unique gaming requirements and collaborate closely with Operations and Platform Gaming teams. This role operates within an agile SDLC and DevOps environment, contributing to both design and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and develop new software products and system components.
• Convert and rearchitect existing applications using C#/.NET/.NET Core.
• Perform code analysis, performance profiling, and optimization.
• Implement communication protocols for internal and external services.
• Perform rootcause analysis, debugging, and deliver robust fixes for customer issues.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate requirements and determine effective designs.
• Work with ITL to verify jurisdictional compliance.
• Provide ondemand engineering support to field service teams for realtime issues.
• Provide technical expertise, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers.
• Coordinate with crossfunctional teams to support release workflows.
• Produce detailed documentation for design and development work.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in highspeed transactional environments
• Strong understanding of windows services and/or microservices using C#/.NET 4.0/.NET Core
• Proficiency in one or more of the following: C++, C#.
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, network sockets, and performance optimization.
• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL).
• Solid understanding of Windows Server APIs and Active Directory.
• Experience in gaming or other hightraffic transactional industries is preferred.
• Fluency in coding, systems design, and a passion for solving complex, large scale problems.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fastpaced, customerfocused environment.
• Bonus: Casino gaming experience, especially in Skilled gaming environments

Note: All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check

*Posted positions are not open to third party recruiters and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered free referrals.

AGS is an equal opportunity employer

Fox Building Company is commercial general contractor located in Norcross, Georgia. We have plans for significant growth and we are seeking a qualified individual to help us drive that growth.

This role is responsible for preparing sections of schematic, design development and construction document estimates including soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids, and scopes of work, preparing quantity surveys, reviewing project plans and specifications for all CSI (Construction Specific Institute) categories of work.

Essential Functions

Performs accurate, thorough and timely quantity takeoffs for all levels of project documents (schematic, design development, construction documents).

Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions with project management team’s assistance.

Obtains clarification on plans and specifications from architects and engineers when necessary.

Solicits and analyzes subcontractor and vendor pricing input when required.

Attends project site pre-bid meetings, site tours, and post-bid interviews as required.

Develops unit costs accurately.

Performs technical/plan review when required.

Considers and understands problems, and identifies appropriate solutions.

Develops knowledge in building designs, systems and construction materials through available resources.

Accurately assesses and plans takeoff workload.

Constantly strives to improve individual capabilities, performance and expand knowledge of construction technologies and techniques.

Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations.

Minimum Requirements

1 year or more of commercial construction estimating experience

Knowledgeable in some of the following: civil/site construction, foundation and structural systems, miscellaneous metals, casework, doors, specialties, interior finishes, exterior building wall systems, mechanical and electrical systems and the costs of these systems.

Strong computer skills including the ability to use estimating software, word process, spread sheets, and company communication tools, such as email, internet and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).

Preferred Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management or related Engineering field.

Possess good organizational skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.

Able to develop new skills and knowledge quickly.

Resourceful and diligent in seeking solutions to problems and adapting to new situations.

Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.

Job Type: Full-time

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.

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)

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.

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