Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence)

About the opportunity

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking a Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence) for the Havre Sector Intelligence Unit in Sunburst, Montana. This first-line supervisor role involves leading a team of agents to anticipate, target, detect, and disrupt cross-border violations threatening national security, the economy, and public safety. Key responsibilities include collecting and analyzing intelligence (unclassified to top secret) on smuggling, illegal entry, and narcotics trafficking using HUMINT, MASINT, and OSINT, as well as coordinating with federal, state, local, tribal, and foreign agencies.

Salary and benefits

• Salary range: $109,383.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $142,199.00 (GS-13, Step 10)
• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
• Retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
• Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
• Potential for overtime compensation up to an additional 25% of base pay
• Other benefits may include flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, transportation subsidies, uniform allowance, health and wellness programs, and fitness centers
• Disabled veteran leave for those with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more

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 (waivers available for certain U.S. government employees, military, dependents, or students).
• Must be proficient in the Spanish language (speaking and reading).
• Must be able to meet job-related medical and fitness standards.
• Must possess a valid, non-restricted driver's license and the ability to operate a Government Owned Vehicle.
• Must meet the maximum age requirement: the day before the 37th birthday (temporarily increased to 40) for original appointment, unless specific law enforcement service or veterans preference eligibility applies.
• Must not have convictions for crimes punishable by imprisonment exceeding one year, outstanding warrants, or be a fugitive from justice.
• Must not be unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance.
• Must not be subject to a court-ordered restraining order from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child.
• Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence against an intimate partner or child.
• Possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level (interpreting immigration laws, gathering/analyzing intelligence, developing case work, and investigating smuggling).
• Current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band.
• Must have a current, valid score from the USBP Promotional Assessment by 08/27/2026 (unless permanently held GS-13 or higher).

Required documents

• Resume (maximum two pages, in English, including job titles, detailed duties, dates MM/DD/YY, hours per week, contact info, and supervisory experience).
• Completed job questionnaire.
• SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) for those using federal experience outside of CBP to receive credit.
• Proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) if applicable.
• Separation notice, most recent SF-50, performance rating, and agency certification for CTAP eligibles.
• Initial and termination SF-50s for current or former political appointees.

When to apply

• Application deadline: 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 09/10/2026.

How to apply

• Create a USAJOBS account and click "Apply Online".
• Complete the online assessment questionnaire.
• Upload a resume (maximum two pages, PDF recommended).
• Upload all required supporting documentation.
• Submit the application by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 09/10/2026.