About the opportunity
This position is located within the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Del Rio Sector, Mission Readiness Operations Division in Del Rio, TX. The Program Manager (Director) provides expert technical advice, research, and suggestions to resolve complex operational, workforce management, and budgetary problems. Responsibilities include supporting policy, hiring plans, position management, federal benefits, payroll, performance management, and procurement. The role involves overseeing the Table of Organization, conducting budget analysis, and managing reprogramming requests to ensure expenditures align with planned budgets. The position requires a one-year probationary period for new federal employees and may require an 18-month supervisory probationary period.
Salary and benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
- Retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
- Flexible work schedules
- Tuition reimbursement
- Transportation subsidies
- Uniform allowance
- Health and wellness programs and fitness centers
- Relocation expenses authorized
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service
- Must have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates for at least three of the last five years (exceptions apply for federal/military service or study abroad)
- Must meet GS-14 qualification requirements, including 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
- Current federal employees must meet Time-in-Grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade)
- Must pass a background investigation and drug testing
Required documents
- Resume (English, two pages or less, including specific work history details)
- Responses to the job questionnaire
- Responses to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment
- SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) for current or former federal employees
- Supporting documentation for CTAP eligibility (if applicable)
- Documentation for political appointment status (if applicable)
- Reasonable accommodation documentation (if applicable)
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 2026-09-16
How to apply
- Read the entire announcement and instructions
- Click the 'Apply Online' button on the USAJOBS page
- Complete the application questionnaire
- Attach all required supporting documentation
- Submit the application by the deadline
- Complete the required USA Hire Assessments if notified via email after submission
Additional information
- The position is not covered under the bargaining unit.
- Relocation expenses are authorized.
- New supervisors must complete mandatory training, including 4 weeks of in-residence training in Harpers Ferry, WV, within the first 90 days.
- The open period may be extended to allow for a sufficient applicant pool.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Experienced federal professionals holding GS-14 level qualifications or equivalent specialized experience in operations, workforce management, or budgeting.
- Candidates seeking a comprehensive federal benefits package with relocation expenses authorized for a fully funded leadership role.
- Applicants comfortable with an on-site working environment based in Del Rio, Texas.
What should you think carefully about?
- Relocation to Del Rio, Texas, is required if not already locally based, though relocation expenses are authorized.
- New federal employees must complete a one-year probationary period, and supervisors may face an 18-month supervisory probationary period along with mandatory in-residence training in Harpers Ferry, WV.
- Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria, including U.S. citizenship, selective service registration where applicable, and background investigation and drug testing clearances.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role fits leaders aiming to advance their career in public sector management, offering a chance to direct high-level division operations, oversee substantial budgets, and shape strategic workforce policies within the U.S. Border Patrol.
Our take
Current or qualified federal professionals ready for a senior on-site leadership position in Texas should strongly consider applying, whereas candidates unwilling to undergo federal background checks, probationary terms, or relocation should look elsewhere.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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