Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Watch Commander)

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Customs and Border Protection
• Department: Department of Homeland Security
• Location: Harlingen, Texas
• Salary: $129258 – $168040/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 2
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-08-27
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-10

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Job Summary

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 Operations Division located in Harlingen, 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.

Key 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 $129,258.00 (GS-14, Step 1) to $168,040.00 (GS-14, Step 10). Coordinating various activities related to law enforcement, including detention and processing operations; seized property; fleet maintenance and supplies; and facilities and office management. Facilitating community relations and partnerships with other agencies. Ensuring compliance and completion of major duties and responsibilities of subordinate supervisors and agents.

Reviewing administrative and criminal cases for accuracy in order to ensure that all casework complies with legal guidelines. Utilizing and managing a variety of information systems and databases to conduct information searches, queries, update files and disseminate information.

Contact

cbphiring-applicantinquiry@cbp.dhs.gov · 855-500-3722

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $129258 – $168040/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-10.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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