Supervisory Border Patrol Agent

Quick Facts

• Role: Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (first-line supervisor)

• Location: Tucson Sector, Three Points Station (Tucson, AZ)

• Pay (GS-13): $111,456 (Step 1) to $144,894 (Step 10)

Description

Serve as a first-line supervisory law enforcement officer to prevent illegal entry into the United States by land, water, or air and to enforce immigration and related criminal provisions. Direct subordinate Border Patrol Agents, specialized units, and station operations while seeking out and apprehending smugglers or individuals unlawfully present. Perform supervisory duties including leave approval, discipline, and annual performance appraisals.

Responsibilities

• Direct assignments of subordinate Border Patrol Agents, specialized units, and station operations

• Lead activities aimed at preventing illegal entry by land, water, or air

• Seek out and apprehend smugglers or aliens illegally in the United States

• Enforce criminal provisions of the Immigration and Nationality laws

• Supervise personnel: approve leave, resolve disciplinary problems, and prepare annual performance appraisals

Requirements

• U.S. citizen

• Selective Service registration (for eligible males)

• Primary U.S. residency for at least 3 of the last 5 years

• Pass required background investigation and/or polygraph

• Meet job-related medical and/or fitness standards

• Proficient Spanish (speak and read)

• Ability to qualify initially and continuously with firearms per federal requirements

• Specialized law-enforcement experience equivalent to GS-12 (arrests and firearms judgment; rapid analysis and prompt decisions; courteous law-enforcement interactions; develop and maintain informant contacts)

• Ability to operate a government-owned vehicle; valid non-restricted driver’s license

• Willingness to work rotating shifts and possible overtime

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government includes a comprehensive federal benefits package for employees and eligible family members; eligibility depends on the specific position type.