Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Watch Commander)

Overview

This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Tucson Sector, Douglas Station, located in Douglas, AZ. Additional selections may be made beyond the total number of vacancies and for additional divisions / units within the duty location(s).

Duties

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. Typical duties include :

• Overseeing all aspects of station operations, directing and coordinating assignments in support of the Border Patrol mission.
• Detecting and preventing the entry of undocumented individuals, narcotics, illicit contraband, terrorists, and weapons of terrorism.
• Analyzing local conditions of the station's Area of Responsibility and deploying resources to mitigate identified threats.
• Overseeing station operations during assigned shift, including enforcement, detention, processing, seized property, fleet maintenance, facilities management, and community relations with other agencies.
• Reviewing administrative and criminal cases for accuracy to ensure compliance with legal guidelines.
• Utilizing information systems and databases to conduct information searches, update files, and disseminate information.

Requirements and Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

You qualify for the GS-14 grade level with 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade, including :

This position has an Individual Occupational Requirement : Specialized Experience in law enforcement or related work demonstrating ability to make arrests, exercise sound judgment with firearms, interact professionally, analyze information rapidly, and establish informant networks.

Secondary Law Enforcement Officer Retirement Coverage : This is a secondary position with mandatory retirement provisions under CSRS / FERS. Details available in the announcement. A link is provided in the full job posting for retirement coverage information.

Language Requirement : Must be proficient in Spanish (speak and read).

Firearms Requirement : Must meet initial and continuing firearms qualifications. Certain disqualifying conditions apply as listed in the posting.

Medical Requirements : Post-offer medical screening to determine ability to perform essential functions safely.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional Information

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan; Flexible Spending Account; and paid leave and holidays. Benefits vary by position and employment status.

Required Documents

If claiming CTAP, provide separation notice and required documents.

Additional documents as applicable; ensure legibility and timely submission.

How to Apply

To begin online application, create or log in to a USAJOBS account and follow prompts. Include completed assessment questionnaire, resume, and supporting documents in English. Applications cannot be accepted by mail or email. Submit by 11 : 59 PM Eastern Time on 10 / 14 / 2025.

Questions : CBP Hiring Center at 952-857-2932 or CBPhiring-applicantinquiry@cbp.dhs.gov.

Agency Contact Information

CBP Hiring Center, United States Border Patrol, Washington, DC 20229, US

Next Steps

Salary information and locality pay can be viewed via the provided link. Open period may be extended to ensure a sufficient applicant pool. Applicants will be notified by email after each step. If referred, expect a final disposition notice. A tentative offer may occur within 60 days after close of the announcement and may include a suitability / security background check.

Fair and Transparent Hiring

Guidance on criminal history inquiries, EEO, privacy, reasonable accommodation, and other policies is provided in the posting.

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