Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence)

Customs and Border Protection • Tonawanda, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Buffalo Sector Intelligence Unit. The role involves preventing illegal entry of aliens into the United States by land, water, or air; enforcing criminal provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Laws; and seeking out and apprehending smugglers or aliens who are in the United States illegally. This is an exciting opportunity to strengthen the Department's ability to protect the homeland. As a Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence), you will serve as a primary law enforcement officer responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating strategic and tactical intelligence reports within the Agency and to other law enforcement officials nationwide. Duties include updating national databases with collected information on smugglers, informants, and counterfeit operations, and utilizing a variety of automated information systems for gathering intelligence information and reporting on trends and patterns.

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.
• Must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standards.
• Must possess 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.
• Possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Interpreting and enforcing Immigration and Naturalization Service or comparable laws, rules, and regulations. Reviewing, processing, and evaluating incoming intelligence information from a variety of sources. Using creative methodologies to develop trends, patterns, profiles, estimates, studies, and tactical interdiction to solve unusual problems. Collecting sensitive information regarding the criminal activities of illegal aliens involved in alien smuggling, narcotics trafficking, terrorism, and organized crime. Developing intelligence collection plans.
• Must be proficient in the Spanish language (i.e., able to speak and read in Spanish).
• Must meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms.
• Must possess the ability to operate a Government Owned Vehicle.
• Must possess a valid, non-restricted driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret or higher level clearance.

Nice To Haves

• CBP may accept the results of a prior federal polygraph exam in lieu of a CBP polygraph exam.
• Certain veterans may be eligible to obtain a polygraph waiver.
• Creditable law enforcement officer service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement.
• This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).
• The maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. § 3312.

Responsibilities

• Prevent illegal entry of aliens into the United States by land, water, or air.
• Enforce criminal provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Laws.
• Seek out and apprehend smugglers or aliens who are in the United States illegally.
• Collect, analyze, and disseminate strategic and tactical intelligence reports within the Agency and to other law enforcement officials nationwide.
• Update national databases with collected information on smugglers, informants, and counterfeit operations.
• Utilize a variety of automated information systems for gathering intelligence information and reporting on trends and patterns.

Benefits

• 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