1371 Contract Agent jobs in Houston,TX

Annual base salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, from $51,632 - $124,717 per year.

Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive.

Up to $30,000 in additional incentives distributed over the next three years.

Additional $10,000 incentive (total of $20,000)

Health, dental and other insurance plans

A generous annual and sick leave program

Participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering

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 Border Patrol-specific operations, and other courses.

Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.

**full-time,**

**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.

**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., OR **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.

**GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess 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

**GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess 1 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

Knowledge of Immigration and Nationality Law (e.g., non-immigrant classifications, immigrant classifications, inadmissible noncitizens, removable noncitizens, derivative citizenship, 8 USC)

Knowledge of the Use of Force Policy (e.g., firearms, less-lethal devices and techniques, qualification requirements)

Knowledge of Criminal Law and Procedure (e.g., statutory authority)

Skill in Using Physical Techniques (e.g., self-defense, baton, OC spray, PLS)

Skill in Using Firearms (e.g., handgun, shotgun, M-4)

Skills in Basic Operation of a Motor Vehicle (e.g., everyday use of vehicles, parallel parking)

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

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

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).

Applicants selected at the GL-5 or GL-7 grade levels must also complete and pass the Border Patrol Agent Entrance Exam.

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.

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.

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Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Must have a strong background in all Phases of painting

Tape & float, sand, texture

Use of joint compounds, quick set

Painting with brushes (cut-in) and rollers

Layout & placing of floor tile, cove base

Knowledge of latex, oil base & epoxy paints

Stain & lacquers doors and cabinets

Mix & match colors and textures

Work off scaffolds and ladders at various elevations

Use airless spray rig

Must be a U.S. Citizen in order to obtain required NASA badge.

Must be able to provide a certified Birth Certificate (with state seal), Passport, or INS Citizenship documents on date of hire (candidate will be sent home if this paperwork is not provided upon arrival on date of hire).

Must have the ability to communicate the English language, both verbally and written, in an effective manner.

Must have, and maintain, a valid Texas driver's license (with REAL ID).

Must be able to pass a Pre-Employment background check and drug screen test.

Must have a High School Diploma or GED or 5 years of relevant experience.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.

Dexterity to operate office and field equipment as required by the position.

In good physical shape/condition for climbing in and out of tight restricted working areas, as applicable.

Paint booth experience helpful

Prior knowledge of NASA site, experienced with working on government installations preferred.