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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).

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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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Ready to grow your quality career in aerospace?

Are you the most experienced go-to person for aerospace quality problem solving, catching the smallest details, and making confident calls? Do you want to build a careernot just a jobwith paid training enhancing your aerospace knowledge, customer/supplier interaction, and providing a clear growth path?

Why This Role is Awesome:

• Youll Do More Than Inspect You'll own the quality game from First Article Inspections (FAIs) to root cause investigations, while also working with suppliers and customers to solve issues and prevent them from happening again.
• Grow While You Work We invest in you. From cross-training to certifications, we offer paid development to build your skills and move you forward.
• Be the Go-To Expert Whether it's decoding blueprints, reading GD&T, or leading corrective actions, you'll be the one others rely on.
• Great Vibes, Real Tools This is a hands-on, tool-forward job in a busy warehouse setting where accuracy meets action

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conduct advanced First Article Inspections (FAIs) using micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, optical comparators, and more
• Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and customer specs using GD&T
• Investigate and resolve supplier and customer non-conformances
• Work through quality portals to manage customer claims and rejections
• Log NCRs and inspection results into SAP and Excel like a pro
• Lead or support internal/external audits, including supplier corrective actions
• Collaborate across departmentsProduction, Sales, Customer Service, and Quality
• Mentor junior inspectors and help elevate team standards

What Will You Bring as the Ideal Candidate?

• Experience: 35+ years of hands-on inspection experience in aerospace, medical devices, or other high-precision manufacturing environments utilizing all levels of FAI techniques.
• Computer Skills: Confident navigating inspection software, SAP/ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel
• Tool Guru: Expertise with tools like micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, CMM, and optical comparators
• Quality Expert: Deep familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, ISO 9001, FAI's and customer quality requirements
• Decision Maker: A sharp eye and decisive judgment youve led FAIs and made tough calls with confidence
• Strong organizational skills from paperwork to multitasking electronically in a fast-paced environment
• Focus and grit youll be seated at a desk, inspecting in a warm, active warehouse environment.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Internal auditor certifications (AS9100 or ASQ CQA/CQI)
• Experience using Net-Inspect or other similar inspection systems
• Delegated source inspector credentialing
• SAE or similar inspection certifications.

Benefits Were Proud Of

• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus opportunity annually
• Medical, Dental, and FREE Vision Coverage
• Company-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays + Generous PTO
• Flexible schedules with your choice of Mon-Fri or off every other Monday/Friday
• Casual work environment no lab coats, just casual jeans
• Kickstart your shift in style with our awesome shoe credit program!
• Ongoing career development opportunities

Ready to be the quality expert that helps keep aircraft safe and customers happy?

Apply today and start your ascent with Align Aerospace where precision meets purpose.

At Align Aerospace, we believe diversity fuels innovation and success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individualregardless of race, color, religion, gender, identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristicis valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome unique perspectives and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Lets build the future of aerospace together.

Compensation details: 31-36 Hourly Wage

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Are you a natural Hunter who is driven by establishing and maintaining great business relationships that result in new opportunities and win-win solutions? Do you thrive on finding new potential customers who would be perfect for the solutions you offer?

Empire Today is seeking a Business Development Representative to join our highly motivated, fast-paced team. The Business Development Representative is responsible for driving new revenue by pursuing new business relationships, growing existing relationships and generating new opportunities through discovery of client needs. This is a great high earning potential opportunity from a generous commission and incentive structure.

Compensation: $70,000/Year

Responsibilities:

• Find and qualify new business opportunities using market research, simple analysis, and in-person prospecting.
• Drive new relationships and create new leads through office visits, reach-outs and active communication.
• Lead discovery meetings to understand client needs and develop tailored solutions/proposals.
• Generate new leads through active account management and reconnection of past business partners.
• Own the entirety of the sales process from initial contact through contract execution.
• Work with internal teams and attend initial job site appointments to ensure projects run smoothly.
• Meet with customers and managers as needed throughout the process.
• Keep salesforce updated and track pipeline progress.
• Lead regular client check-ins and events to strengthen relationships and support account growth.
• Escalate customer issues in a timely manner with the goal of fast, effective resolution.
• Create/present regular business review decks.
• Analyze account performance and market trends to improve sales strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience in account management, sales, or customer service.
• Strong presentation skills required.
• Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite.
• P&L experience preferred.
• Home/trade show experience a plus.

Why Empire Today?

• We empower our employees to strive for their unique goals. Within such an inclusive company with unlimited growth opportunities, how far you go is up to you.
• We take care of our people. We start investing in you from day one. The perks and benefits we offer help you live well, both at work and at home.
• We have an unmatched company culture. We’ve won multiple awards for employee and customer satisfaction, and we believe it all comes down to our culture of teamwork, creativity, and growth.
• We’re one of the nation’s most recognizable brands. You’ll enjoy the stability that comes with a national company and a sense of pride when you’re a part of our team.

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Company Description

Get Married Today, is a premier service dedicated to creating memorable and seamless wedding experiences in California. Specializing in confidential marriage licenses and customized ceremonies, we ensure each couple receives a personalized and heartfelt celebration. Our ordained ministers and licensed officiants bring professionalism and compassion to every union, helping couples create cherished memories. Trust Get Married Today to make your special day meaningful, joyful, and stress-free.

Role Description

This is a contract, remote role for an Authorized Marriage License Issuer/ Notary Public. The individual will be responsible for issuing marriage licenses in compliance with all legal regulations, overseeing legal documentation processes, notarizing important records, and ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information. Additionally, the role involves communicating with clients, addressing questions, and maintaining a professional standard of service in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Notary Public License and Authorization to Issue Confidential Marriage licenses
• Ordained Minister
• Bilingual

Join the Team! Is technology your passion? Do you want to work with smart, forward-thinking individuals? Do you want to grow in a career you love? At Align, our professionals are the key to our success.

We dont just hire talent, we invest in exceptional people who are forward-thinking, results-driven, and passionate about what they do.

Were a group of tech-savvy professionals who are motivated by making an impact.

Our culture is one of unbounded opportunity that celebrates the passions, skills and ideas of our teamwork hard, play hard, be smart! We believe great communities lead to great companies.

Thats why we offer a dynamic workplace where you feel inspired, engaged and innovative.

We offer professionals opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and acquire valuable new skills whether on client sites or in one of our regional offices.

Position Overview As an Associate Data Center Cabling Superintendent, you will support large-scale cabling installations for major AI and hyperscale data centers across the U.S.

This hybrid role blends field leadership with hands-on work, ideal for someone who has grown beyond a Foreman role but is not yet a full Superintendent.

Youll assist the Superintendent with planning, standards enforcement, and on-site execution while working directly with technicians, contractors, and vendors.

This role is heavily field-facing and requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to help keep teams aligned with project timelines and quality expectations.

This is a full-time salaried role offering $90,000-$115,000, full benefits, project bonuses, paid travel, and advanced training.

This role is open in all hiring-authorized U.S.

states (AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, IA, MD, MA, MI, MO, NH, NJ, NY, NV, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI).

Preferred hiring regions: AZ, VA, NJ, NY, and TX.

This position requires 50%-70% travel to project sites nationwide, including AI build locations.

Key Responsibilities Support structured cabling installations in new data center white space and help coordinate daily work for cabling crews under the Superintendent.

Perform on-site QA checks for fiber/copper terminations, labeling, routing, and test results while reinforcing jobsite safety.

Assist with cabling standards, tracking sheets, patch schedules, port maps, and drawing reviews to ensure work meets TIA/BICSI specifications.

Communicate field progress, schedule risks, and material needs to project leadership.

Support documentation, RFIs, change orders, daily reports, and QA/QC corrective actions.

Required Qualifications 2-4 years experience in structured cabling, low-voltage, or fiber optic systems (data center or mission-critical preferred).

Experience leading small cabling crews (foreman or lead technician level).

Ability to read cabling drawings, rack elevations, and labeling standards.

Experience using fiber testing tools (OLTS, OTDR, VFL).

Strong Excel skills for port mapping, tracking, and documentation.

Comfortable working in live data center environments with fast-paced schedules.

Willingness to travel 50-70% and work extended hours during active builds Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting data center cabling deployments.

Understanding of racks, containment systems, and cable pathways.

Familiarity with TIA/EIA or BICSI standards.

Certifications such as BICSI Technician or Installer II.

To support a fair, consistent, and high-quality hiring experience, some interviews may be recorded.

These recordings help our team focus fully on the conversation at hand, rather than note-taking, and allow us to better evaluate and improve our recruitment process.

Recordings are used solely for internal purposes such as training, quality assurance, and process improvement.

Candidates will be informed in advance and asked to provide consent before any recording takes place.

PM26 Align is a premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions.

Align specializes in designing and deploying technology infrastructure solutions from the data center to the desktop as well as providing managed IT services for clients.

Our professional services team, which includes Data Center Solutions , provide strategic consulting, design, project management, engineering, implementation and support.

Our best-in-class Managed Services team provides IT services and cybersecurity advisory for clients within the Alternative Investment industry.

Align is a Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) and Gold Partner.

Our client centric approach and passion for driving IT innovation has enabled us to provide tailored solutions and business transformations for over three decades.

Leading firms have relied on Align to provide forward-thinking technology strategies that support their current and future business needs.

Our teams have flawless track records of delivering technical solutions and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients.

We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications.

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Description:

The Director of Operations will oversee all production and facility operations at ALIGN Precision Philadelphia, ensuring seamless execution across precision machining, assembly, and cleanroom environments. This role will serve as the operational hub, coordinating with the Director of Planning & Delivery and Director of Quality to deliver on customer commitments while driving efficiency, safety, and culture. Reporting directly to the Site General Manager, the Director of Operations will translate strategic goals into daily execution and long-term capability building.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Production & Facilities

• Provide leadership to a staff of Production Supervisors and CNC Programmers.
• Lead machining, CNC programming, assembly, and cleanroom operations.
• In cooperation with the Director of Maintenance, oversee facilities management, equipment utilization, and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost targets are consistently achieved.
• Develop the operations and capital equipment budget.
• Champion 5S workplace organization.

Scheduling & Capacity Planning

• Develop daily plans and execute production schedules against the master schedule.
• Cooperate with Planning and Delivery through the SIOP process providing inputs into capacity planning and modeling, aligning with the supply chain and customer demand.
• Partner with Planning and Delivery to balance inventory strategies with operational readiness.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to embed process controls and ensure compliance.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives across production areas working closely with Engineering.
• Implement systems for performance metrics, accountability, and operational transparency.
• Champion waste reduction, cycle time improvement, and productivity gains.

Culture & Leadership

• Build a culture of engagement, accountability, and innovation.
• Mentor supervisors and team leads, fostering psychological safety and high performance.
• Facilitate employee engagements and cross-functional collaboration to surface systemic themes.

Cross-Functional Alignment

• Act as the connective agent between Planning and Delivery, Quality, Engineering, Program Management and Business Development.
• Support business development by ensuring operational readiness of our expanded cleanroom and CNC automation for new verticals.
• Collaborate with leadership to embed strategic operating systems across the enterprise.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in precision machining, semi-conductor, aerospace, medical devices, or advanced manufacturing.
• Proven success in production leadership, scheduling, and facilities management.
• Strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution.

Other Skills Required:

• Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension.

• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition. Aligns work with strategic goals.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have an understanding of Microsoft Office Software- especially knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee will be in the office and shop and required to sit, stand and walk.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

ALIGN Precision is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ALIGN Precision are employed on an at-will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)