Supervisory Border Patrol Agent

Quick Facts

• Role: Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (first-line supervisor)
• Focus: Prevent illegal entry and enforce immigration and criminal laws
• Pay: GS-13 (Step 1 to Step 10)

Description

This supervisory first-line law enforcement role directs Border Patrol agents and station operations to prevent illegal entry into the United States by land, water, or air. You will enforce criminal provisions of immigration and nationality laws, seek out and apprehend smugglers and aliens unlawfully present, and supervise personnel (including leave, discipline, and performance appraisals). The role requires firearms qualification, Spanish proficiency, and successful completion of pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Direct assignments of subordinate Border Patrol Agents, specialized units, and station operations
• Lead activities aimed at preventing illegal entry into the United States by land, water, or air
• Seek out and apprehend smugglers or aliens unlawfully in the United States
• Enforce the criminal provisions of the Immigration and Nationality laws
• Perform supervisory functions for personnel, including leave approval, resolving disciplinary problems, and preparing annual performance appraisals

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Selective Service registration (for eligible males born after 12/31/1959)
• Primary U.S. residency for at least 3 of the last 5 years
• Pass background investigation and/or polygraph
• Meet job-related medical and fitness standards
• Spanish proficiency: able to speak and read Spanish
• Initial and continuing firearms qualification under federal law (meeting required eligibility criteria)
• Specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 in relevant law enforcement duties (e.g., enforcing immigration rules/laws, arrest and firearms judgment, rapid analysis for prompt law enforcement action, developing/maintaining informant contacts)
• Ability to operate a government-owned vehicle; valid, non-restricted driver’s license
• Willingness to work regular rotating shifts and possible daily overtime
• Ability to travel overnight on a regular and recurring basis
• Comply with uniform and grooming standards (including tattoo/branding restrictions)
• Meet DHS age eligibility rules for initial appointment (temporary increase up to 40, subject to criteria)

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on the type of position held and whether it is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.