Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Rio Grande Valley Sector, Law Enforcement Operational Programs Division, Strategic Communications Unit located in Edinburg, TX. Additional selections may be made to include other organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.
This position starts at a salary of $74,678.00 (GS-11, Step 1) to $116,362.00 (GS-12, Step 10). As a Strategic Communication Specialist, you will provide leadership with advice and assistance in writing and developing communications materials to ensure coordination and communication throughout the organization.
Duties and responsibilities include: Planning, writing, and editing internal and external communication products to keep stakeholders informed of sector operations, programs, priorities, and initiatives. Developing, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of sector communication strategies, materials, and programs that support and promote enhanced engagement with USBP stakeholder communities.
Identifying and anticipating communication needs and potential reaction from stakeholders, including congressional; media; non-governmental; state, local, and tribal governments; and other USBP stakeholder communities. Establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with USBP headquarters, subject matter experts, and other sector communication offices responsible for congressional, public, and intergovernmental affairs.
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Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position.
cbphiring-applicantinquiry@cbp.dhs.gov · 855-500-3722
This position is with Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security.
The posted pay range is $74678 – $116362/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-21.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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