Border Patrol Agent (BORSTAR) Not-to-Exceed

Customs and Border Protection • Washington, DC

10h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Commissioner located in Washington, DC. Relocation expenses will be paid in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulation limits and agency policy. The primary function of this position is to serve as a senior Border Patrol Agent and Border Patrol Search, Trauma, and Rescue Unit (BORSTAR) operator providing advanced border enforcement, search and rescue, tactical medical, and emergency response expertise to support Office of the Commissioner leadership and Commissioner-directed priorities. This position starts at a salary of $125,158.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $162,708.00 (GS-13, Step 10).

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
• All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English.
• May be required to pass a background investigation and/or polygraph.
• CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures.
• Must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standards.
• This position is temporary, not-to-exceed (NTE) one (1) year, with possible extensions for an additional four (4) years in one (1) year increments.
• 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Planning or supporting border enforcement, interdiction, search and rescue, emergency response, or tactical medical support operations in remote or high-risk border environments.
• Conducting threat, route, terrain, environmental, border safety, or medical response assessments to identify operational hazards, rescue concerns, smuggling activity, or mitigation options.
• Applying Border Patrol enforcement, BORSTAR search and rescue, emergency response, tracking, sign-cutting, tactical medical, or rescue coordination capabilities during field operations.
• Coordinating with Border Patrol sectors, stations, BORSTAR elements, CBP components, emergency response entities, medical or rescue partners, or law enforcement agencies.
• Preparing briefings, operational assessments, incident reports, recommended courses of action, or other documentation related to border enforcement, rescue operations, field safety, equipment readiness, or lessons learned.
• Specialized Experience in law enforcement or other responsible work that demonstrated the ability to: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with individuals or groups of persons in a courteous, tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions or take prompt and appropriate law enforcement action in light of applicable laws, court decisions, and sound law enforcement procedures; and develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.
• Mandatory Prerequisite for Secondary Administrative LEO Retirement Covered Position.
• Must be proficient in the Spanish language (i.e., able to speak and read in Spanish).
• Must have successfully completed the BORSTAR Selection and Training (STC) Course.
• Must meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms.
• Must undergo and successfully complete a medical screening process.
• Must possess the ability to operate a Government Owned Vehicle.
• Must possess a valid, non-restricted driver's license.
• Must be willing and available to work rotating shifts.
• May be rotated between assignments and duty locations.
• Could be required to work overtime on a daily basis.
• Requires wearing an officially approved uniform and complying with established grooming standards.
• Must obtain a Top Secret/SCI level clearance for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Polygraph Reciprocity: CBP may accept the results of a prior federal polygraph exam in lieu of a CBP polygraph exam.
• Polygraph Waiver: Certain veterans may be eligible to obtain a polygraph waiver.

Responsibilities

• Provides Border Patrol enforcement, BORSTAR search and rescue, tactical medical, and emergency response advisory support to Office of the Commissioner leadership on border security and border safety issues.
• Plans, coordinates, and supports complex border enforcement, interdiction, search and rescue, emergency response, and tactical medical support operations in remote, rugged, or high-risk border environments.
• Conducts advance security, route, terrain, environmental, threat, vulnerability, and medical response assessments to identify and mitigate risks affecting Commissioner travel, field engagements, and operational activities.
• Supports protective security operations for the Commissioner by providing close protection, perimeter security, immediate emergency response, and tactical medical support within the scope of training and agency policy.
• Maintains operational readiness and supports training by applying BORSTAR skills in tracking, sign cutting, land navigation, emergency response, tactical medical support, rescue coordination, and specialized equipment operation.

Benefits

• Relocation expenses will be paid in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulation limits and agency policy.
• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed