729 Veterans jobs in Portland,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.

Comprehensive pay and benefits package

Work scheduled overtime as needed

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Ability to read, write and speak the English language

Significant time working retail store environment

High comfort level with personal technology, such as mobile devices and personal video platforms

Knowledge and ability to use computer and software applications

Work scheduled overtime as needed

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-3 years Sales/Customer Service experience

Lift up to 35 lbs

Stand for extended periods of time

1+ year Management experience

2-3 years Telecommunications/wireless experience

Familiarity with the latest technology and devices.

Willingness to travel to other locations as business needs dictate.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.

Certifications in sales training are a plus.

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Full Time

High School Diploma or its equivalent required

Must have flexibility in hours

Be able to rotate between facilities including travel whenever necessary

Must be physically fit and able to walk all areas of the facilities and grounds, to restrain those who need restraint and be able to assist nursing staff with lifting patients of all sizes.

Successful completion of all pre-employment and post offer assessments to include the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory -2 (MMPI-2-RF-PCIR); the California Psychological Inventory (CPI); the Police and Public Safety Selection Report (PPSSR); the Personal Experience Inventory (PEI) and a clinical interview by a third personal psychologist

Will be required to take random drug test screening

Valid Driver's license required

Candidates must maintain an acceptable driving record to meet CHRISTUS Health standards for positions requiring driving.

One or more moving violations within a 12-month period.

One or more chargeable accidents within a 12-month period.

Any combination of accidents and/or moving violations.

Must hold an active Level 3 Commission with the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau (TDPSPSB).

If the license status is ACTIVE in TOPS and the pocket card has not yet been received, the licensee may begin working.

Until the pocket card is received, the licensee must carry proof of ACTIVE status (e.g., screenshot or printed copy from TOPS) while on duty.

Minimum two (2) years of armed security experience (may substituted by Honorable Military Service) preferred

Law enforcement experience preferred

Healthcare security experience preferred

Verbal De-escalation training must be completed within 60 days of hire

BLS required within 60 days of hire

Expandable Baton training, defensive tactics training, firearms training, weapon qualification, and firearms retention training must be completed prior to letter of authorization to carry is issued

New hires who have completed the TDPSPSB security commission course must obtain their commission prior to hire.

Officers may not carry a weapon on duty until completing 40 hours of training and receiving a letter of authorization from the CHRISTUS Vice President of Security to carry a CHRISTUS Health-assigned weapon.