Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Deputy Chief Patrol Agent)

Summary

SummaryOrganizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, with vacancies in the following Sectors:Big Bend SectorBlaine SectorBuffalo SectorDel Rio SectorDetroit SectorEl Centro SectorGrand Forks SectorHavre SectorHoulton SectorMiami SectorNew Orleans SectorRamey SectorSpecial Operations GroupSpokane SectorSwanton SectorYuma SectorLearn more about this agencyOverviewHelpAccepting applicationsLocationFew vacancies in the following location:Location Negotiable After SelectionNo matching locations found.Work site optionsNoNoYes—A PCS relocation benefit has been authorized.$152,040 – $197,200 per yearGS 15Promotion potential15Learn more about pay scale and gradePay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.Work scheduleFull-timeOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.PermanentOccupations and job series1896 Border Patrol Enforcement SeriesYesThis job is in the Competitive ServiceNoYesSensitive Compartmented InformationSome jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.USBP-IMP-13102308-SNM891177300This job is open toHelpInternal to an agencyCurrent federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.Clarification from the agencyCurrent U.S. Customs & Border Protection employees who are currently working in a permanent competitive service position; Career Transition Assistance Plan CBP employees.DutiesRelocation Authorized Position: All relocations will be placed on hold at the time of selection, as USBP awaits to receive funding. As soon as funding becomes available, you will be contacted by the CBP Hiring Center to coordinate an enter on duty (EOD) date and complete the necessary relocation forms.Relocation expenses have been authorized for this position. See the Relocation Expenses Reimbursed section of this announcement and U.S. Border Patrol Paid Moves for additional details.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 (Deputy Chief Patrol Agent) , you will serve as a secondary law enforcement officer (under 5 U.S.C. 8336 (c) and 8412 (d)) and be responsible for directing and overseeing Sector-wide law enforcement operations, administrative functions, and strategic initiatives in support of the Chief Patrol Agent. Typical duties will include:Directing the planning, management, and coordination of complex border security and law enforcement operations across the Sector.Providing executive-level policy guidance and resolving complex issues involving laws, regulations, procedures, and operational impacts.Managing collaborative enforcement efforts with federal, state, local, tribal, foreign, and non-governmental partners to support intelligence sharing and border security operations.Developing and implementing Sector organizational structures, policies, procedures, goals, and operating plans to achieve national Border Patrol objectives.Advising the Chief Patrol Agent on operational matters, program improvements, resource needs, and personnel actions.RequirementsConditions of employmentYou must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this positionMales born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective ServicePrimary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below)All pre-employment processes will be conducted in EnglishYou may be required to pass a background investigation and/or polygraphCBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing proceduresYou must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standardsLocation Negotiable: The duty location for this position will be offered based on U.S. Border Patrol operational needs.Mobility Agreement: This position is subject to a Mobility Agreement. Applicants are required to acknowledge the Mobility Agreement within the application questionnaire; however, only those selected for the position will be subject to the terms of the Mobility Agreement. You can preview the mobility agreement here: Salary listed reflects the rest of U.S. scale and, if applicable, will be adjusted to meet the locality pay or cost of living expenses of the duty location upon selection. Salary above excludes COLA. Please see the following link for specific COLA Rates.QualificationsYou qualify for the GS-15 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:Providing technical and administrative direction for Border Patrol or comparable law enforcement operations involving enforcement of immigration, criminal, or related laws.Applying law enforcement procedures and investigative techniques to plan, oversee, or evaluate enforcement activities.Supporting in the coordination of Sector-wide intelligence, investigative, and interdiction activities.Inspecting operations to determine effectiveness and compliance with sector and agency policies.This position has an Individual Occupational Requirement: 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.Secondary Law Enforcement Officer Special Retirement Coverage: This is a secondary position subject to mandatory retirement under the special retirement provisions for law enforcement officers under CSRS and FERS 5 CFR 842.803, 5 CFR 831.903, 5 USC 8425(b), 5 USC 8335(b),5 USC 8412(d) and 5 USC 8336(c). Employees in secondary positions must meet the following conditions in order to be eligible for special retirement provisions: moved directly from a rigorous position to a secondary position without a break in service; complete 3 years of service in a rigorous position; and have been continuously employed in a secondary position(s) since moving from a rigorous position without a break in service exceeding 3 days. For more information on required years of service and retirement age, please click this link. For further information on when an employee continues or discontinues coverage under the special retirement system for law enforcement officers, see the CSRS and FERS handbook, Chapter 46 (CSRS pages 12-14, and FERS pages 41-43). If you have questions regarding your retirement coverage provisions, contact the CBP Retirement Operations Center at (202) 863-6180.Mandatory Prerequisite for Secondary Administrative LEO Retirement Covered Position : This position has been identified as Administrative, that is, an executive, managerial, technical, semiprofessional, or professional position for which experience in a primary/rigorous law enforcement or firefighting position, or equivalent experience outside of the Federal government is a mandatory prerequisite,as defined by 5 CFR 831.902 (CSRS) and 5 CFR 842.802 (FERS). Note: if you currently serve in a permanent Secondary LEO Retirement covered position, you are exempt from this mandatory prerequisite.Language Requirement : Must be proficient in the Spanish language. (i.e., able to speak and read in Spanish).Firearms Requirement: This position requires that the incumbent 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.Medical Requirements: Following a tentative job offer, candidates must undergo and successfully complete a medical screening process. Individuals must be medically and physically capable of performing the essential job functions and duties of the position safely and efficiently without endangering the health and safety of the individual, others, or national security. For more information regarding the medical screening process and requirements, check out our video and visit our website.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.You must:Meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; andMeet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 11/17/2026.The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin,#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

SummaryOrganizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, with vacancies in the following Sectors:Big Bend SectorBlaine SectorBuffalo SectorDel Rio SectorDetroit SectorEl Centro SectorGrand Forks SectorHavre SectorHoulton SectorMiami SectorNew Orleans SectorRamey SectorSpecial Operations GroupSpokane SectorSwanton SectorYuma SectorLearn more about this agencyOverviewHelpAccepting applicationsLocationFew vacancies in the following location:Location Negotiable After SelectionNo matching locations found.Work site optionsNoNoYes—A PCS relocation benefit has been authorized.$152,040 – $197,200 per yearGS 15Promotion potential15Learn more about pay scale and gradePay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.Work scheduleFull-timeOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.PermanentOccupations and job series1896 Border Patrol Enforcement SeriesYesThis job is in the Competitive ServiceNoYesSensitive Compartmented InformationSome jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.USBP-IMP-13102308-SNM891177300This job is open toHelpInternal to an agencyCurrent federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.Clarification from the agencyCurrent U.S. Customs & Border Protection employees who are currently working in a permanent competitive service position; Career Transition Assistance Plan CBP employees.DutiesRelocation Authorized Position: All relocations will be placed on hold at the time of selection, as USBP awaits to receive funding. As soon as funding becomes available, you will be contacted by the CBP Hiring Center to coordinate an enter on duty (EOD) date and complete the necessary relocation forms.Relocation expenses have been authorized for this position. See the Relocation Expenses Reimbursed section of this announcement and U.S. Border Patrol Paid Moves for additional details.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 (Deputy Chief Patrol Agent) , you will serve as a secondary law enforcement officer (under 5 U.S.C. 8336 (c) and 8412 (d)) and be responsible for directing and overseeing Sector-wide law enforcement operations, administrative functions, and strategic initiatives in support of the Chief Patrol Agent. Typical duties will include:Directing the planning, management, and coordination of complex border security and law enforcement operations across the Sector.Providing executive-level policy guidance and resolving complex issues involving laws, regulations, procedures, and operational impacts.Managing collaborative enforcement efforts with federal, state, local, tribal, foreign, and non-governmental partners to support intelligence sharing and border security operations.Developing and implementing Sector organizational structures, policies, procedures, goals, and operating plans to achieve national Border Patrol objectives.Advising the Chief Patrol Agent on operational matters, program improvements, resource needs, and personnel actions.RequirementsConditions of employmentYou must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this positionMales born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective ServicePrimary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below)All pre-employment processes will be conducted in EnglishYou may be required to pass a background investigation and/or polygraphCBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing proceduresYou must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standardsLocation Negotiable: The duty location for this position will be offered based on U.S. Border Patrol operational needs.Mobility Agreement: This position is subject to a Mobility Agreement. Applicants are required to acknowledge the Mobility Agreement within the application questionnaire; however, only those selected for the position will be subject to the terms of the Mobility Agreement. You can preview the mobility agreement here: Salary listed reflects the rest of U.S. scale and, if applicable, will be adjusted to meet the locality pay or cost of living expenses of the duty location upon selection. Salary above excludes COLA. Please see the following link for specific COLA Rates.QualificationsYou qualify for the GS-15 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:Providing technical and administrative direction for Border Patrol or comparable law enforcement operations involving enforcement of immigration, criminal, or related laws.Applying law enforcement procedures and investigative techniques to plan, oversee, or evaluate enforcement activities.Supporting in the coordination of Sector-wide intelligence, investigative, and interdiction activities.Inspecting operations to determine effectiveness and compliance with sector and agency policies.This position has an Individual Occupational Requirement: 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.Secondary Law Enforcement Officer Special Retirement Coverage: This is a secondary position subject to mandatory retirement under the special retirement provisions for law enforcement officers under CSRS and FERS 5 CFR 842.803, 5 CFR 831.903, 5 USC 8425(b), 5 USC 8335(b),5 USC 8412(d) and 5 USC 8336(c). Employees in secondary positions must meet the following conditions in order to be eligible for special retirement provisions: moved directly from a rigorous position to a secondary position without a break in service; complete 3 years of service in a rigorous position; and have been continuously employed in a secondary position(s) since moving from a rigorous position without a break in service exceeding 3 days. For more information on required years of service and retirement age, please click this link. For further information on when an employee continues or discontinues coverage under the special retirement system for law enforcement officers, see the CSRS and FERS handbook, Chapter 46 (CSRS pages 12-14, and FERS pages 41-43). If you have questions regarding your retirement coverage provisions, contact the CBP Retirement Operations Center at (202) 863-6180.Mandatory Prerequisite for Secondary Administrative LEO Retirement Covered Position : This position has been identified as Administrative, that is, an executive, managerial, technical, semiprofessional, or professional position for which experience in a primary/rigorous law enforcement or firefighting position, or equivalent experience outside of the Federal government is a mandatory prerequisite,as defined by 5 CFR 831.902 (CSRS) and 5 CFR 842.802 (FERS). Note: if you currently serve in a permanent Secondary LEO Retirement covered position, you are exempt from this mandatory prerequisite.Language Requirement : Must be proficient in the Spanish language. (i.e., able to speak and read in Spanish).Firearms Requirement: This position requires that the incumbent 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.Medical Requirements: Following a tentative job offer, candidates must undergo and successfully complete a medical screening process. Individuals must be medically and physically capable of performing the essential job functions and duties of the position safely and efficiently without endangering the health and safety of the individual, others, or national security. For more information regarding the medical screening process and requirements, check out our video and visit our website.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.You must:Meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; andMeet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 11/17/2026.The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin,#J-18808-Ljbffr