Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Deputy Patrol Agent in Charge)

Customs and Border Protection • San Diego, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Deputy Patrol Agent in Charge) is a second-line supervisory, secondary-administrative law enforcement officer with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, San Diego Sector, Law Enforcement Operation Division, Brown Field Station, in San Diego, California. The role helps prevent illegal entry into the United States by land, water, or air; enforces criminal provisions of immigration and nationality laws; and seeks out and apprehends smugglers or people unlawfully present in the United States.

The position directs subordinate supervisors responsible for first-line supervisory functions, station operations, and specialized units. It manages and coordinates operational activities and performs normal supervisory duties, including providing policy guidance, resolving disciplinary problems, and preparing annual performance appraisals. The position requires Spanish proficiency, firearms qualification, a valid non-restricted driver's license, and the ability to operate a government vehicle. It also requires rotating shifts, possible daily overtime, regular overnight travel, wearing an approved uniform, and maintaining a Secret clearance. Relocation expenses are authorized, but relocation is on hold pending funding; selected candidates will be asked to verify residence closer to the duty location within 90 days after reporting.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years, subject to stated exceptions/details.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, including providing direction and oversight for Border Patrol functions, supervising or directing operational programs and support functions, and directing local policy and program initiatives.
• Law-enforcement or other responsible experience demonstrating ability to make arrests and exercise sound judgment in firearm use; deal courteously and tactfully with individuals or groups in law-enforcement matters; rapidly analyze information and take prompt, appropriate action under applicable law and procedures; and develop and maintain a network of informants.
• Proficiency in Spanish, including speaking and reading.
• Meet initial and continuing firearms qualifications and applicable firearms eligibility requirements.
• Successfully complete the required medical screening and meet medical and physical standards for safe and efficient performance of essential duties.
• Ability to operate a government-owned vehicle and a valid, non-restricted driver's license.
• Willingness and availability to work rotating shifts and possible daily overtime, and to travel overnight regularly.
• Ability to meet background investigation and polygraph requirements, and obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.
• Meet applicable time-in-grade requirements, including 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent for current federal employees, by 11/06/2026.
• Wear the approved uniform and comply with grooming standards.
• May be required to serve an 18-month supervisory probationary period and complete supervisory training within 90 days of assignment.
• For special law-enforcement retirement coverage in this secondary position, meet the stated prior rigorous-position service and continuous-service conditions, unless exempt as a current permanent secondary covered employee.

Responsibilities

• Direct assignments of subordinate supervisors who perform first-line supervisory functions, station operations, and specialized-unit work.
• Manage, direct, and coordinate activities to prevent illegal entry into the United States by land, water, or air.
• Enforce the criminal provisions of immigration and nationality laws.
• Seek out and apprehend smugglers or people unlawfully present in the United States.
• Provide policy guidance, resolve disciplinary problems, and prepare annual performance appraisals.
• Operate a government-owned vehicle and perform duties requiring rotating shifts, possible overtime, and overnight travel.

Benefits

• Relocation expenses are authorized, subject to funding and the stated relocation process.
• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.
• Overtime compensation of up to an additional 25% of base pay, in accordance with the Border Patrol Agent Pay Reform Act of 2014.

What This Job Offers

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