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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional 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. You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation. If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move. As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) , 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 CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include: • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations., • Facilitating 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 You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations: Nogales, and San Luis, AZ; Calexico, Los Angeles, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Washington, DC; Miami and Orlando, FL; Atlanta, GA; Hagatna, Guam; Honolulu, HI; Chicago, IL; Calais, Fort Kent, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, and Vanceboro, ME; Detroit and Port Huron, MI; Baudette, Grand Portage, International Falls, and Warroad, MN; Del Bonita, Morgan, Raymond, Roosville, and Wild Horse, MT; Newark, NJ; Alexandria Bay, Buffalo, Champlain, Massena, Ogdensburg, Queens, and Trout River, NY; Dunseith, Hansboro, Neche, Pembina, and Portal, ND; Philadelphia, PA; San Juan, PR; El Paso and Houston, TX; Christiansted, U.S. Virgin Islands; Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, and Richford, VT; Blaine Oroville, Seattle and Sumas, WA. The preference locations listed above 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 duty location in another geographic location within the United States. Locations offered are based on operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO). Salary – and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives – and Benefits Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows: Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary. Grade level eligibility and salaries vary depending upon background, including experience and education, and duty location of the opportunity. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, and 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 each grade level. Promotions are at the discretion of the agency. Officers 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 and ROTH 401(k) offering. LOCATION INCENTIVES: If you accept one of the duty locations listed below, you may be eligible to receive an additional 15%-25% of your salary each year for the first three (3) years of employment in addition to any overtime pay. If you accept the duty location of San Francisco, you may be eligible to receive an additional 25% of your salary each year for the first four (4) years of employment in addition to any overtime pay. Duty locations offering 25% recruitment incentives: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Key West, FL; Calais and Jackman, ME; Detroit, MI; Grand Portage, MN; Raymond and Sweetgrass, MT; Dunseith and Pembina, ND; Beecher Falls, VT; Oroville, WA Duty locations offering 15% recruitment incentives: Honolulu, HI; Portal, ND; Derby Line and Richford, VT; Blaine, WA Duty location offering 10% recruitment incentives: Calexico, CA Qualifications: You qualify for the GS-9 grade level in one of the following ways: experience, education, or a combination of both. Experience: A minimum of one (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 the 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. Education Substitution: A 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. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. 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 (3) of the last five (5) 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 Customs and Border Protection Officer 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: You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately two (2) weeks at your home port. You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in Glynco, GA. This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training, examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc. Candidates assigned to the southern border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program, which will be completed at their home port. Successful completion of the Academy is required for this position.

Job Description As pioneers in the energy storage sector, Blue Planet Energy stands at the forefront of innovation, boasting over a decade of expertise in deploying cutting-edge lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) technology across residential and commercial projects, both in remote and urban settings within the United States. With a relentless commitment to advancing the field, the company continually invests in next-generation products, prioritizing installer convenience and accessibility, while simultaneously pushing the boundaries of energy storage technology to offer the most advanced solutions available globally. We are delighted to open a new opportunity within the company for a Renewable Energy Systems Technician. The position is based in Richmond, California and will require frequent travel as needed for site commissioning, product testing and support. Do you have a passion for renewable energy electrical systems and the mind to try to solve system integration issues? Have you been onsite installing electrical equipment and checking wire connections? This position is for you! Role Description This is a full-time role for a Renewable Energy System Technician located in Richmond, CA with some flexibility to work from home as projects permit. The Renewable Energy Support Technician will be responsible for day-to-day tasks including working on electrical engineering systems, product research and development (R&D) assistance, prototype assembly, testing of batteries, data analysis and some light warehouse tasks. This position may involve periods of travel, with up to 33% travel during certain months to support with onsite system commissions but usually about 10% travel outside of peak season. This role requires a combination of excellent technical documentation, problem solving, project management, communication and customer service skills. Must have Qualifications. • Electrical Engineering skills, • Electrical design, prototype assembly, equipment testing and data analysis skills, • Experience in IT networking: troubleshooting network problems and IP address auditing, • Comfortable working with electrical maintenance hand tools and devices, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, • Strong project management skills, • Interpersonal and customer service skills, • Ability to work individually with minimal supervision, showing a high level of accountability, • Strong interests in technology, renewable energy, and or energy storage, • Flexibility in managing a variety of warehouse tasks (handle small shipping and receiving of parts, including dealing with packing slips, etc.) Other Desirable Qualifications • Knowledge and understanding of electrical design codes (UL 508A, NEC, NEMA, NFPA 70E, IEEE, ANSI, NESC standards), • Knowledge and application of basic CAD development and creation of package drawings for electrical projects, • Ability to review schematics, specifications, and drawings for accuracy and functionality., • Working knowledge of Modbus and CAN bus communication systems, • Hands-on experience working with solar PV, energy storage, power electronics and/or electrical installations and strong understanding of low voltage, AC/DC systems, and split-phase and three-phase electrical power, • Experience working with Li-Ion battery packs or similar power electronics systems is a plus, • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field, • Experience working in Research and Development (R&D) environment Position Details: • Full time onsite position out of our Richmond, California office. Ability to work 1 day a week from home as projects permit., • Based in Richmond, California., • Opportunities for professional growth., • Health, dental, vision benefits, 401k match, 3 weeks Paid time off to start with + sick leave. Prepare an original cover letter explaining exactly why this position appeals to you and your relevant experience. Submit your cover letter and resume. Please note a cover letter is STRONGLY encouraged for your application!