Supervisory Border Patrol Agent

Customs and Border Protection•Blaine, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a first-line supervisory law enforcement position with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Blaine Sector, Sector Intelligence Unit (SIU), located in Blaine, Washington. The position focuses on preventing illegal entry into the United States, enforcing immigration and other applicable federal laws, and identifying and apprehending smugglers and people in the country illegally. The role is a primary law enforcement officer position with rigorous law enforcement officer special retirement coverage. The supervisor leads and directs Border Patrol Agents in detecting, deterring, and responding to threats involving undocumented entry, human and narcotics smuggling, illicit contraband, terrorism, and weapons of terrorism. The position oversees intelligence collection and analysis, supervises agents’ use of information systems and surveillance equipment, coordinates enforcement and investigative work with partner agencies, and prepares briefings and reports for agency and law-enforcement officials. The listed salary range is $122,940 to $159,824 (GS-13, Steps 1–10). The position requires Spanish proficiency, firearms qualification, a valid non-restricted driver’s license, the ability to operate a government vehicle, and the ability to meet medical and fitness standards. Regular rotating shift work, possible assignment or duty-location changes, recurring overnight travel, and daily overtime may be required. The employee must wear an approved uniform and follow grooming standards. Newly appointed first-time supervisors must complete required leadership and field training unless waived; an 18-month supervisory probationary period may apply.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
At least three of the last five years of primary U.S. residency, subject to the stated exceptions and details.
Meet the GS-13 qualification requirement of one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
Specialized experience in law enforcement or other responsible work demonstrating the ability to make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively and courteously with individuals or groups in law-enforcement matters; rapidly analyze information and make prompt, appropriate decisions or law-enforcement actions under applicable laws and procedures; and develop and maintain a network of informants.
Proficiency in Spanish, including the ability to speak and read Spanish.
Meet initial and continuing firearms qualifications and applicable Gun Control Act requirements.
Pass required pre-employment screening, including a background investigation; a polygraph may be required for applicants who are not current CBP law-enforcement employees.
Meet job-related medical and fitness standards and successfully complete the medical screening process.
Possess a valid, non-restricted driver’s license and be able to operate a government-owned vehicle.
Be willing and available to work regular, recurring rotating shifts; travel overnight on a regular and recurring basis; and work overtime, potentially daily.
Meet applicable age requirements for original appointment to a primary DHS law-enforcement officer position, subject to stated exceptions and the temporary maximum age of 40.
Meet applicable time-in-grade requirements by 11/12/2026 if a current federal employee.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Complete required supervisory training if appointed, including applicable training within the stated timeframes.
Wear an officially approved uniform and comply with established grooming standards; head and face tattoos or brandings are not permitted, and specified obscene, derogatory, or gang tattoos or brandings must not be visible.

Responsibilities

Lead and direct Border Patrol Agents in detecting, deterring, and responding to threats involving undocumented entry, human and narcotics smuggling, illicit contraband, terrorists, and weapons of terrorism.
Assign work and resources according to operational priorities, threat information, and employee capabilities.
Collect, refine, analyze, and disseminate strategic and tactical intelligence concerning suspected violations of immigration, customs, and other federal laws, including smuggling, document fraud, and threats to border security.
Supervise and guide subordinate Agents in collecting, reviewing, analyzing, reporting, and disseminating intelligence information.
Ensure appropriate use of information systems, databases, remote-monitored sensors, surveillance systems, and other electronic equipment.
Coordinate enforcement and investigative activities with federal, state, local, and foreign law-enforcement agencies and other law-enforcement and intelligence community members, including through interagency task-force operations.
Prepare and present oral and written briefings, reports, and intelligence information to agency personnel and other law-enforcement officials.
Keep higher-level management informed about operational problems, deficiencies, resource needs, and proposed procedural changes.
Prevent illegal entry into the United States, enforce criminal provisions of immigration and nationality laws, and seek out and apprehend smugglers or aliens illegally present in the United States.