BORDER PATROL AGENT (INTELLIGENCE)

Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence)

Summary Organizational Location : This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Blaine Sector, Sector Intelligence Unit, located in Blaine, WA.

Responsibilities : 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 $99,606.00 (GS-12, Step 1) to $129,494.00 (GS-12, Step 10).

As a Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence) you will serve as a primary law enforcement officer and be responsible for :

• Collecting, analyzing, and disseminating strategic and tactical intelligence reports within the Agency and to other law enforcement officials nationwide.
• Updating national databases with collected information on smugglers, informants, and counterfeit operations.
• Utilizing a variety of automated information systems for gathering intelligence information gathering and reporting on trends and patterns.

Requirements :

Conditions of Employment :

Qualifications :

Rigorous Law Enforcement Officer Special Retirement Coverage : This is a rigorous position subject to mandatory retirement under the special retirement provisions for law enforcement officers under CSRS and FERS.

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.

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.

You must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; and meet 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 / 21 / 2025.

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 five 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, and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances.

Polygraph Examination : This is a polygraph-required position. If you are not a current CBP employee in a law enforcement position, you may be required to take a polygraph exam and have favorable results in order to continue in the pre-employment process.

Age Requirement : In accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03, unless the below criteria applies, you must meet this age requirement by the date of referral to the hiring manager. Veterans Preference Eligibility : To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its recent decision of Isabella v. Dept. of State, the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312.

You must submit proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) at the time of application.

Education : Additional Information : This is a Non-Bargaining Unit status position. Motor Vehicle Operation : You must possess the ability to operate a Government Owned Vehicle. A valid, non-restricted driver's license is required.

Shift Work / Overtime : This position requires regular and recurring shift work. You must be willing and available to work rotating shifts. You could be required to work overtime on a daily basis and will be compensated up to an additional 25% of your base pay in accordance with the Border Patrol Agent Pay Reform Act of 2014.

Travel : Overnight travel may be required on a regular and recurring basis.

Uniform / Grooming Standards : This position requires wearing an officially approved uniform and complying with established grooming standards found here, as established by the Border Patrol's Uniform and Grooming Standards Policy #IOP-5320-02A-UGSBPA. Please note that in accordance with these standards, tattoos and / or brandings on the head and face are not permitted. Obscene, racially / ethnically derogatory and / or gang tattoos or brandings shall not be visible.

Security Clearance : You will be required to obtain a Secret or higher level clearance for this position.

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and / or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps / VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.