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Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Assistant Patrol Agent in Charge)

Customs and Border Protection · Posted 12 days ago

On-site Marfa, TX $109K – $142K Apply by Jul 13, 2026 Border Patrol Enforcement Series ESTPISTJ
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About the Role

Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Big Bend Sector, Sector Intelligence Unit, located in Marfa, TX. Additional selections may be made beyond the total number of vacancies specified using this vacancy announcement. Further selections may also be made for additional organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.

What You'll Do

  • 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 $109,383.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $142,199.00 (GS-13, Step 10).
  • As a second-line Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (APAIC), you will serve as a secondary administrative law enforcement officer (under 5 U.S.C. 8331 (6C) and 8412 (d) and be responsible for supervising, directing, and coordinating all operational and administrative activities at a Border Patrol station or substation.
  • Typical duties will include: Directing and overseeing enforcement, detention, processing, and seizure operations to detect, interdict, and apprehend individuals and contraband attempting illegal entry into the United States.
  • Supervising, mentoring, and evaluating subordinate supervisors and agents, providing policy guidance, resolving complex operational issues, and managing performance, conduct, and staffing decisions.
  • Analyzing local threat conditions and deploying personnel, technology, and other resources to gain operational advantage, mitigate risks, and maximize enforcement effectiveness in alignment with national strategies.
  • Developing and implementing station or substation procedures, goals, and action plans consistent with DHS, CBP, and USBP policies, and advising the PAIC on operational gaps, deficiencies, and recommended solutions.
  • Managing the stations or substations budget, equipment, property, and facilities, ensuring proper accountability, maintenance, and cost-effective support of mission operations.

Requirements

  • You must be a U.S.

Personality Fit

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Job ID: 35f30ca7-bf53-4c4b-ac99-fce4df18494a

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