Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Patrol Agent in Charge)

Customs and Border Protection • Bisbee, AZ

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This announcement will be used to establish a register of qualified candidates for the position of Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Patrol Agent in Charge). To be considered, applicants must have submitted their application by midnight on the closing date of the announcement. This register will be used to fill vacancies occurring from October 5th, 2026, until a new announcement is published. Please note that the availability of vacancies during this period is not guaranteed. This position will allow you to use your expertise to prevent illegal entry of aliens into the United States by land, water, or air; enforce criminal provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Laws; and seek out and apprehend smugglers or aliens who are in the United States illegally. Apply for this exciting opportunity to strengthen the Department's ability to protect the homeland. This position starts at a salary of $152,040.00 (GS-15, Step 1) to $197,200.00 (GS-15, Step 10). As a Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (PAIC), you will serve as a secondary administrative law enforcement officer (under 5 U.S.C. 8331 (20) and 8412 (d) and be responsible for: Directing Station operations to prevent the illegal entry of noncitizens into the U.S. Seeking out and apprehend terrorists, migrant smugglers, and those noncitizens who entered the U.S. illegally. Developing and Implementing Station policies and guidelines within the framework of broad program objectives established at the Sector level. Developing the Station's priorities and oversees the development and implementation of goals and objectives for several program segments through subordinate supervisors. Directing Station-wide intelligence and interdiction activities, both foreign and domestic, involving the collection, correlation, evaluation, and dissemination of intelligence information gained through operations, informants, and liaison development programs.

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
• CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures
• Must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standards
• 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Providing direction and oversight for Border Patrol related functions within an assigned area. Supervising, managing, or directing operational programs and their appropriate support functions. Developing, managing, or directing operational policy or programs related to Border Patrol operations. Directing local policy and program initiatives.
• 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.
• Must be proficient in the Spanish language. (i.e., able to speak and read in Spanish).
• Must possess the ability to operate a Government Owned Vehicle. A valid, non-restricted driver's license is required.
• Must be willing and available to work rotating shifts.
• May be required to work overtime on a daily basis.
• Overnight travel may be required on a regular and recurring basis.
• Must be able to meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms as outlined in the Gun Control Act of 1968, amended by the Lautenberg Amendment of 1996.
• An applicant whose background includes any of the following will be ineligible for consideration: 1) convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment exceeding one year; 2) has any outstanding warrants or is a fugitive from justice; 3) unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance; 4) adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to a mental institution; 5) illegally or unlawfully in the United States; 6) renounced U. S. citizenship; 7) subject to a court-ordered restraining (protection) order from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner (spouse, former spouse, parent of applicant's child, individual who cohabitates or has cohabitated with the applicant), or child; or 8) convicted under Federal, State, or Tribal Court of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence against an intimate partner or child.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• If you currently serve in a permanent Secondary LEO Retirement covered position, you are exempt from this mandatory prerequisite.
• Certain veterans may be eligible to obtain a polygraph waiver.
• Polygraph reciprocity may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Directing Station operations to prevent the illegal entry of noncitizens into the U.S.
• Seeking out and apprehend terrorists, migrant smugglers, and those noncitizens who entered the U.S. illegally.
• Developing and Implementing Station policies and guidelines within the framework of broad program objectives established at the Sector level.
• Developing the Station's priorities and oversees the development and implementation of goals and objectives for several program segments through subordinate supervisors.
• Directing Station-wide intelligence and interdiction activities, both foreign and domestic, involving the collection, correlation, evaluation, and dissemination of intelligence information gained through operations, informants, and liaison development programs.

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.
• Relocation Expenses and GSA Lump Sum (VRP) Payments: Agents relocating will receive the following lump sum amount, depending on their status. These lump sum payments are in lieu of any other relocation payments, the home buyout is not included under this relocation.
• Agents relocating into or out of Puerto Rico will receive a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move in lieu of a GSA Lump Sum (VRP) payment, subject to the availability of relocation funding.
• Compensation up to an additional 25% of your base pay in accordance with the Border Patrol Agent Pay Reform Act of 2014.

What This Job Offers

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