Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence)
About The Position
This is a first-line supervisory law enforcement position with the U.S. Border Patrol, Laredo Sector, Sector Intelligence Unit, located in Laredo, Texas. The role supervises and directs Border Patrol Agents in enforcement operations, intelligence collection and analysis, case preparation, resource deployment, and related activities to detect, deter, interdict, and respond to cross-border threats and violations. The position is a primary law enforcement officer subject to special retirement provisions for law enforcement officers. The position requires Spanish proficiency, the ability to operate a government-owned vehicle, and a valid, non-restricted driver's license. The incumbent must meet firearms qualifications, medical and fitness standards, and background screening requirements. Regular rotating shift work is required; overtime may be required and compensated up to an additional 25% of base pay. Overnight travel may occur regularly. The role requires wearing an approved uniform and meeting grooming standards. A Secret or higher security clearance may be required. Newly appointed first-time supervisors may be required to complete supervisory training and serve an 18-month supervisory probationary period. The salary range is $113,620 to $147,708 (GS-13). The position does not have an education qualification requirement.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years, subject to stated exceptions and details.
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, including experience interpreting and enforcing immigration or comparable laws, gathering and analyzing intelligence for criminal investigations and prosecutions, recommending solutions to operational problems, investigating smuggling operations, or ensuring compliance with enforcement and operational practices.
- Specialized law-enforcement or other responsible experience demonstrating the ability to make arrests and exercise sound judgment in firearms use; deal courteously and tactfully with individuals or groups in law-enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions or take appropriate action under applicable laws and procedures; and develop and maintain informant contacts.
- Proficiency in Spanish, including speaking and reading.
- Ability to meet initial and continuing firearms qualifications and applicable medical and fitness standards.
- Ability to operate a government-owned vehicle and possession of a valid, non-restricted driver's license.
- Willingness and availability to work regular, recurring rotating shifts and possible overtime, and to rotate between assignments and duty locations.
- Ability to undergo the required background investigation and polygraph process, subject to applicable exceptions or waivers.
- Compliance with applicable age requirements for original appointment to a primary DHS law enforcement position, subject to stated exceptions.
- Meet applicable time-in-grade requirements by 10/30/2026 if currently a federal employee.
- Compliance with uniform and grooming standards, including restrictions on visible tattoos and brandings.
Responsibilities
- Lead a unit or team of Border Patrol Agents in detecting, deterring, preventing, interdicting, and responding to cross-border violations and threats involving illegal entry, human smuggling, narcotics, contraband, terrorists, and terrorist-related weapons.
- Collect, refine, analyze, and disseminate strategic and tactical intelligence from sources including informants, law enforcement partners, government and community organizations, and private citizens.
- Provide guidance, instruction, and leadership to Border Patrol Agents in accomplishing operational and intelligence objectives.
- Identify operational problems, inform higher-level management of deficiencies or unusual issues, adjust work assignments and schedules, and justify resource needs to support mission requirements.
- Supervise and direct Border Patrol Agents in enforcement operations, intelligence collection and analysis, case preparation, and resource deployment.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific benefit eligibility depends on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
