Supervisory Agriculture Specialist (Canine)

Customs and Border Protection•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a first-line supervisory position with the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations, Los Angeles Field Office in Los Angeles, California. The role supports CBP’s mission to detect and prevent terrorists and instruments of terror from entering the United States and oversees the local Agriculture Canine Program. The listed salary range is $124,085 to $161,313 (GS-13, Steps 1–10).

Requirements

Meet the basic CBP Agriculture Specialist education requirement: a bachelor's degree or higher in a qualifying field, or at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in a qualifying field combined with qualifying experience or additional education under the stated formula.
Have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, including applying relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations; making authorized on-the-spot decisions to mitigate or remit fines or penalties; and ensuring legitimate travel and trade experience minimal delay.
Meet applicable time-in-grade requirements by 10/23/2026, if applicable.
Be a U.S. citizen.
For applicants not currently employed by CBP, have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates for at least three of the last five years, unless eligible for a residency waiver.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Complete required pre-employment screening, including a background investigation and medical screening; a polygraph may be required if CBP implements it during the hiring process.
Possess a valid state driver's license.
Successfully complete 12 weeks of paid CBP Certified Canine Instructor training, if required as a condition of employment.
Complete appropriate supervisory training within 12 months of assignment, if required.
New federal employees must serve a one-year probationary period; an 18-month supervisory probationary period may also be required.
Complete mandatory leadership training for newly appointed first-time CBP supervisors, including three weeks of in-residence training in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, scheduled within the first 90 days of appointment.

Responsibilities

Manage the Local Agriculture Canine Program.
Respond to and resolve technical and operational questions regarding the functioning of the canine program.
Plan and carry out assignments, projects, studies, or investigations to explore and resolve major operational issues or develop, improve, integrate, or install new procedures.
Serve as a resource person and training officer for an assigned group of journeymen and trainee Agriculture Specialist Canine Handlers.
Oversee multiple locations in multiple ports as required.
Maintain access to all data systems necessary for performing duties.