Avionics Technician

$42k–$127k/yr

Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer – Up to $60K in Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection · Slaton, TX

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) With more than 69,000 employees, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is one of the world's largest law enforcement organizations and the largest federal law enforcement agency within the Department of Homeland Security. Discover a challenging and rewarding career with the sole organization responsible for securing the nation's borders from terrorism, human/drug smuggling, illegal migration, agricultural pests, and enforcing legitimate travel and trade. CBP employees demonstrate the highest level of commitment to exemplify the core values of Vigilance, Service to Country and Integrity. As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) within CBP, you will be a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. CBP is urgently hiring to fill full-time, entry and mid-level, career positions where your education OR prior general or experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify. Along with excellent base pay, exceptional federal employment benefits, and job stability, CBP is offering additional recruitment and retention incentives (see details below) . Duties Typical assignments include: Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations; Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel; Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances; Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States; and Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband Salary and Benefits Selections from this announcement will be at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 grade levels with promotion potential to the GS-11 and GS-12 grade levels. Annual base salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies per grade, from $41,863 - $127,464 per year. A fully trained CBP Officer is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary. CBPOs 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 Customs and Border Protection Officers who select a prioritized location at the time of their final offer will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year with a three-year service contract . Prioritized locations include: Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis; California: Calexico; Hawaii: Honolulu; Maine: Eastport; Montana: Raymond, Roosville; New Mexico: Columbus; New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River; North Dakota: Dunseith, Portal; Texas: Eagle Pass; Washington: Blaine Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers who select a prioritized location at the time of their final offer will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year with a four-year service contract . Prioritized locations include: California: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate; Florida: Key West; Maine: Calais, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro; Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls; Montana: Sweetgrass; North Dakota: Pembina; Texas: Presidio; Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford; Washington: Oroville Duty Locations Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis California: Andrade, Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate Hawaii: Honolulu Maine: Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls Montana: Raymond, Roosville, Sweetgrass, Wild Horse New Mexico: Columbus New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena North Dakota: Dunseith, Maida, Pembina, Portal Texas: Eagle Pass, Presidio Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford Washington: Blaine, Oroville NOTE: The above preference locations are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a different duty location within the United States. Locations offered at the time of your final offer are based on operational and mission requirements as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations. Qualifications GS-5: You qualify for the GS-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: A minimum of 3 years of general experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4, performing duties that required the ability to meet and deal with people and the ability to learn and be able to apply a body of facts; OR Education Substitution: A conferred bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-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 experience AND successfully completed college education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. GS-7: You qualify for the GS-7 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: A minimum of 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, that includes: Performing physical inspections of persons, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud, and/or illegal operations. Utilizing observational techniques, evaluating facts, and reviewing documentation while applying Federal, State, or local laws and regulations. Making determinations in compliance with laws and regulations that may lead to arrests, seizure of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings. The above experience will be applied in connection with the CBPO Individual Occupational Requirement: Performing inspections work at borders, seaports, airports or other ports of entry and/or work involving preliminary screening of persons for entry and immigration status; or compliance/regulatory work. Education Substitution: A conferred bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement (SAA), 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. Submitted transcripts must show the applicant does not have more than 10% pass/fail courses in order to qualify for SAA with GPA. OR One full year of graduate level education from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level AND successfully completed graduate level education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. GS-9: You could qualify for the GS-9 grade level in one of the following ways: experience, education, or a combination of both. Experience: A minimum of 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes: Detaining suspected violators of Federal, State, or local laws and/or arresting violators using proper law enforcement methods. Enforcing the laws and regulations relating to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping to and from the United States. Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats and perform risk assessments for violations of laws and threats to national security. Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity for the purposes of gaining information from suspected violators of laws to determine the appropriate course of action. Education Substitution: A conferred master's (or higher) degree, or two or more years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience AND successfully completed graduate level education beyond the first 18 semester hours. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Characteristics (KSAOs): Candidates who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the GS-9 grade level are required to possess certain KSAOs to successfully perform the functions of this position. The KSAOs are: Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and precedents, as well as CBP Officer processes, techniques, activities and law enforcement procedures to enforce and administer laws related to the arrival and departure of persons, conveyances and merchandise Knowledge of proper law enforcement methods including, interrogating, searching, seizing, arresting, and self-defense for use in apprehension of terrorists, aliens or others suspected of illegal activity Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and decisions with respect to the applications of the regulations, instructions, and procedures for importing, exporting or enforcing the administration of laws relating to the rights of persons to enter, reside in or depart from the United States Ability to control imports and exports to detect and prevent smuggling and fraud Ability to perform primary inspection by questioning and observing individuals 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 Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, GA, for 103-days of intensive instruction in basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, etc. Successful completion of the academy is required for this position. Candidates assigned to certain duty locations may be required to pass a Spanish training program. 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 Customs and Border Protection Officer, then complete the pre-screening questions. You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details within the JOA and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume and supporting documents. Applicants selected at the GS-5 or GS-7 grade levels must also complete and pass the CBP Officer Entrance Exam. Exam. Note: This is a Direct Hire Authority announcement. All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be reviewed. Veterans' Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates. As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Title: Work From Home Customer Service Representatives - Teladoc Status: Remote, W-9 (Independent Contractor) Become a Customer Service Representative, work from home, and set your own schedule! As telemedicine continues to transform how people access healthcare, compassionate and dependable customer support has never been more important. In this customer service opportunity supporting our client, Teladoc, you'll help members confidently navigate and connect with the services they need. You'll have the chance to apply your problem-solving and communication skills in ways that make a meaningful difference while supporting one of the nation's leading telemedicine providers. If you're discreet, able to overcome obstacles while maintaining a positive attitude, and you genuinely enjoy helping others, this remote opportunity may be a great fit for you. Please Note: This is a 1099 Independent Contractor opportunity. What You'll Be Doing • Answering incoming calls • Setting virtual appointments • Assisting with and verifying member registrations • Helping members add coverage or dependents to their account • Supporting members with billing-related questions and updates • Troubleshooting basic technical issues • Providing clear and professional guidance to help members navigate available services • Maintaining accurate documentation About You You'll do great if you have a passion for customer care, a positive attitude, and excellent communication skills. A medical background is a definite plus. It's also essential to have: • Strong attention to detail • Computer literacy, including good typing skills • Empathy, patience, and integrity • Self-sufficiency and strong organization skills • Strong multitasking skills, including the ability to utilize a variety of resources and computer applications simultaneously • The ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information Your Home Office Environment Because NexRep Marketplace contractors perform services remotely and independently, you'll need a quiet, dedicated, paperless and cell phone free workspace, along with: • Access to high-speed, hardwired internet (no Wi-Fi or Satellite, please) • A PC with Windows 11 (Macs and Chromebooks are not supported at this time) • A processor capable of reliably running all required software and programs simultaneously (such as Intel Core i3 9th Gen or newer, AMD Ryzen 3 or newer, or equivalent) • At least 8GB of useable RAM • At least 200MB of free hard drive space • Up-to-date antivirus software • Access to a smartphone or device for multi-factor authentication • Dual monitors, each capable of displaying at least 1024 x 768 pixels • A USB noise-cancelling headset • A webcam for your certification experience Where NexRep Contracts NexRep contracts with people in 31 states. You are eligible to contract with NexRep if you reside in one of these states: AL, AK, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MI, MS, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, or WY. We do not currently contract with anyone outside of the US. Flexible Hours of Operation As a Teladoc Customer Service Representative, you'll enjoy flexible scheduling, where you use a self-scheduling platform to select when you work and when you don't. Hours of operation are 24/7, giving you complete flexibility to work when it's best for you. Overnight hours are limited, however, making this an especially great opportunity for someone seeking morning, afternoon, or evening hours. Please note that our third-party client, Teladoc, requires that each independent contractor services a minimum of 30 hours per week. If you'd prefer to service fewer than 30 hours per week as an independent contractor, you're free to pursue a different opportunity within the NexRep Marketplace. Pay and Perks This customer service opportunity pays independent contractors $12.50 per hour. After passing certification and meeting the criteria below in the 4 weeks following certification, you'll also be eligible for a $250 certification incentive: • Week 1: Service 10+ hours • Week 2: Service 15+ hours • Weeks 3 & 4: Service 30+ hours per week Plus, your remote, independent contractor status allows you to work in the comfort of your own home – or anywhere in the US you can meet the office requirements. You'll enjoy significant savings in expenses related to transportation, clothing, childcare or eldercare, and food. You may also qualify for home office tax deductions, but you should consult with an accountant to determine eligibility. In addition, you'll receive: • Access to program experts who are available to meet with you upon request • Free certification and ongoing development opportunities • Certification spans two consecutive weeks, Monday through Friday, with eight hours of online classroom time each day. • The freedom and flexibility to choose your own schedule, within the client's hours of operation • The chance to achieve better work-life balance You'll also be able to take advantage of NexRep Perks, a program that recognizes the service provided by independent contractors to NexRep's clients and their customers via the NexRep Marketplace platform. With the NexRep Perks program, you'll have the opportunity to earn Perks points. As those points add up, you'll unlock access to Perks - exclusive discounts and savings on a variety of common expenses such as health and dental coverages, banking services, legal and technical support, and more! Please note that NexRep is connecting independent contractors to exclusive discounts and savings opportunities and is not providing employee benefits nor establishing an employee benefit program. Each independent contractor makes their own decision whether to engage with a Perks Partner. NexRep receives no compensation in any form from the Perks Program.

Weu2019re seeking a Customer Service Associate to join our team and deliver a great shopping experience for every customer. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: + Assist customers with questions and recommendations + Manage sales transactions while working assigned cash register + Maintain security of cash and protect company assets + Keep the store well-stocked, and recover merchandise + Receive merchandise and help with unloading trucks, stock replenishment in accordance with productivity standards + Ensure a positive, safe, and respectful environment while maintaining professional and friendly interactions with customers, associates, and leaders + Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness throughout the store, including cleaning and restocking bathrooms, sweeping and mopping floors, taking out the trash, and ensuring all areas are neat and presentable + Other duties as assigned Skills and Experience: + High school diploma or equivalent is preferred + Previous customer service experience in retail, hotel, restaurant, grocery, or drug store environment is highly preferred + Ability to follow instructions and interpret operational documents is required + Must be able to lift between 30 and 50 lbs. from floor to above shoulder height and meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting + Excellent customer service and relationship management skills are required + Strong organizational and communication skills are required + Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills are required Perks and Benefits: We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being. In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer: + Employee Assistance Program + Retirement plans + Educational Assistance + And much more _We are an_ _equal opportunity employer and committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and mak_ _e_ _all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. In accordance with local laws in AZ, AR, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, ME, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT VA, WV, WI, and WY, minors are also eligible to be considered for employment in certain roles._ _We are committed to_ _complying with_ _the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable_ _accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities_ _._ _This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position._ _This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, which appear in the job description for this position, and which may be amended from time to time at_ _our_ _discretion._ _Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor._ _Please note, this job description is not a contract of employment and may be_ _modified_ _to meet evolving business needs. Employment is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may_ _terminate_ _the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice._ Part time 1505 W Division St,Slaton,Texas 79364 24375 Family Dollar

$42k–$127k/yr

CBP Officer – Up to $60K in Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection · Slaton, TX

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) With more than 69,000 employees, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is one of the world's largest law enforcement organizations and the largest federal law enforcement agency within the Department of Homeland Security. Discover a challenging and rewarding career with the sole organization responsible for securing the nation's borders from terrorism, human/drug smuggling, illegal migration, agricultural pests, and enforcing legitimate travel and trade. CBP employees demonstrate the highest level of commitment to exemplify the core values of Vigilance, Service to Country and Integrity. As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) within CBP, you will be a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. CBP is urgently hiring to fill full-time, entry and mid-level, career positions where your education OR prior general or experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify. Along with excellent base pay, exceptional federal employment benefits, and job stability, CBP is offering additional recruitment and retention incentives (see details below) . Duties Typical assignments include: Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations; Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel; Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances; Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States; and Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband Salary and Benefits Selections from this announcement will be at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 grade levels with promotion potential to the GS-11 and GS-12 grade levels. Annual base salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies per grade, from $41,863 - $127,464 per year. A fully trained CBP Officer is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary. CBPOs 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 Customs and Border Protection Officers who select a prioritized location at the time of their final offer will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year with a three-year service contract . Prioritized locations include: Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis; California: Calexico; Hawaii: Honolulu; Maine: Eastport; Montana: Raymond, Roosville; New Mexico: Columbus; New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River; North Dakota: Dunseith, Portal; Texas: Eagle Pass; Washington: Blaine Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers who select a prioritized location at the time of their final offer will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year with a four-year service contract . Prioritized locations include: California: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate; Florida: Key West; Maine: Calais, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro; Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls; Montana: Sweetgrass; North Dakota: Pembina; Texas: Presidio; Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford; Washington: Oroville Duty Locations Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis California: Andrade, Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate Hawaii: Honolulu Maine: Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls Montana: Raymond, Roosville, Sweetgrass, Wild Horse New Mexico: Columbus New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena North Dakota: Dunseith, Maida, Pembina, Portal Texas: Eagle Pass, Presidio Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford Washington: Blaine, Oroville NOTE: The above preference locations are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a different duty location within the United States. Locations offered at the time of your final offer are based on operational and mission requirements as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations. Qualifications GS-5: You qualify for the GS-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: A minimum of 3 years of general experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4, performing duties that required the ability to meet and deal with people and the ability to learn and be able to apply a body of facts; OR Education Substitution: A conferred bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-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 experience AND successfully completed college education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. GS-7: You qualify for the GS-7 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: A minimum of 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, that includes: Performing physical inspections of persons, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud, and/or illegal operations. Utilizing observational techniques, evaluating facts, and reviewing documentation while applying Federal, State, or local laws and regulations. Making determinations in compliance with laws and regulations that may lead to arrests, seizure of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings. The above experience will be applied in connection with the CBPO Individual Occupational Requirement: Performing inspections work at borders, seaports, airports or other ports of entry and/or work involving preliminary screening of persons for entry and immigration status; or compliance/regulatory work. Education Substitution: A conferred bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement (SAA), 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. Submitted transcripts must show the applicant does not have more than 10% pass/fail courses in order to qualify for SAA with GPA. OR One full year of graduate level education from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level AND successfully completed graduate level education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. GS-9: You could qualify for the GS-9 grade level in one of the following ways: experience, education, or a combination of both. Experience: A minimum of 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes: Detaining suspected violators of Federal, State, or local laws and/or arresting violators using proper law enforcement methods. Enforcing the laws and regulations relating to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping to and from the United States. Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats and perform risk assessments for violations of laws and threats to national security. Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity for the purposes of gaining information from suspected violators of laws to determine the appropriate course of action. Education Substitution: A conferred master's (or higher) degree, or two or more years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience AND successfully completed graduate level education beyond the first 18 semester hours. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Characteristics (KSAOs): Candidates who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the GS-9 grade level are required to possess certain KSAOs to successfully perform the functions of this position. The KSAOs are: Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and precedents, as well as CBP Officer processes, techniques, activities and law enforcement procedures to enforce and administer laws related to the arrival and departure of persons, conveyances and merchandise Knowledge of proper law enforcement methods including, interrogating, searching, seizing, arresting, and self-defense for use in apprehension of terrorists, aliens or others suspected of illegal activity Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and decisions with respect to the applications of the regulations, instructions, and procedures for importing, exporting or enforcing the administration of laws relating to the rights of persons to enter, reside in or depart from the United States Ability to control imports and exports to detect and prevent smuggling and fraud Ability to perform primary inspection by questioning and observing individuals 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 Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, GA, for 103-days of intensive instruction in basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, etc. Successful completion of the academy is required for this position. Candidates assigned to certain duty locations may be required to pass a Spanish training program. 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 Customs and Border Protection Officer, then complete the pre-screening questions. You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details within the JOA and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume and supporting documents. Applicants selected at the GS-5 or GS-7 grade levels must also complete and pass the CBP Officer Entrance Exam. Exam. Note: This is a Direct Hire Authority announcement. All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be reviewed. Veterans' Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates. As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.