Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Sod Borstar Commander)

Customs and Border Protection • Tucson, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Tucson Sector, Special Operations Detachment, located in Tucson, AZ. 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. As a second-line Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (SOD BORSTAR COMMANDER), you will serve as a secondary law enforcement officer and be responsible for performing law enforcement duties and responsibilities and overseeing SOD BORSTAR Unit operations, managing, directing, and coordinating assignments consistent with sector and USBP mission and objectives. This includes detecting and preventing the smuggling of, or illegal entry of, aliens into the United States; detecting and apprehending those aliens in violation of the conditions under which they were admitted; and detecting and apprehending those falsely claiming United States citizenship or legal status. You will also direct SOD BORSTAR work that includes enforcement operations, intelligence collection and reporting, administrative and logistical support, technological requirements, personnel, labor and employee relations issues, internal and external communications, and other program areas as required. Additionally, you will provide technical and administrative supervision to subordinates who engage in law enforcement, intelligence, technical projects, support, and administrative work, and oversee and direct the assignment of agents to employ remote monitored sensor systems, surveillance systems, and other highly technical electronic equipment.

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
• Must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standards
• Possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Providing direction and oversight for all Border Patrol related functions within an assigned area; Assisting, advising and instructing subordinates in their work and resolving difficult problems requiring coordination with other operating units; Developing, managing or directing operational policy or programs related to Border Patrol operations.
• 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 have successfully completed the BORSTAR Selection and Training (STC) Course
• Must possess the ability to operate a Government Owned Vehicle
• A valid, non-restricted driver's license is required
• Must be able to meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms
• Must be able to obtain a Secret or higher-level clearance

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in the Spanish language (able to speak and read in Spanish)
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performing law enforcement duties and responsibilities and overseeing SOD BORSTAR Unit operations
• Managing, directing, and coordinating assignments consistent with sector and USBP mission and objectives
• Detecting and preventing the smuggling of, or illegal entry of, aliens into the United States
• Detecting and apprehending those aliens in violation of the conditions under which they were admitted
• Detecting and apprehending those falsely claiming United States citizenship or legal status
• Directing SOD BORSTAR work that includes enforcement operations, intelligence collection and reporting, administrative and logistical support, technological requirements, personnel, labor and employee relations issues, internal and external communications, and other program areas as required
• Providing technical and administrative supervision to subordinates who engage in law enforcement, intelligence, technical projects, support, and administrative work
• Overseeing and directing the assignment of agents to employ remote monitored sensor systems, surveillance systems, and other highly technical electronic equipment

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.

What This Job Offers

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