Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence) at U.S. Border Patrol — Applications Closed

Job Description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), within the Department of Homeland Security, is hiring a Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence) for the Havre Sector Intelligence Unit (SIU) in Havre, Montana.

This GS-12 post centers on collecting, analyzing, and disseminating strategic and tactical intelligence reports to assist border security and law enforcement operations nationwide. You’ll update national databases with information on smugglers, informants, and counterfeit operations, and employ automated systems to pinpoint movements and patterns.

This role is ideal for present U.S. Border Patrol GS-1896 employees seeking a voluntary reassignment into intelligence operate.

Salary & Compensation

Salary: $91,985 - $119,583 per year.

Qualification

To qualify for the GS-12 grade level.. You must have one year of specialized know-how equivalent to GS-11.. Performing tasks such as reviewing intelligence details.. Developing patterns and patterns.. Collecting sensitive info on criminal activities.. And developing intelligence collection schemes.

This is a voluntary reassignment chance for existing USBP GS-1896 employees with competitive status.

• One year of specialized background equivalent to GS-11, including reviewing, processing, and evaluating incoming intelligence data from various sources.
• Expertise using creative methodologies to develop tendencies, patterns, profiles, estimates, studies, and tactical interdiction to fix rare challenges.
• Collecting sensitive details about criminal activities of aliens involved in alien smuggling, narcotics trafficking, terrorism, and organized crime.
• Developing intelligence collection plans.
• Must be a present U.S. Border Patrol GS-1896 employee with competitive status in one of the following: existing GS-1896-12 BPA, or present GS-13 or higher SBPA/BPA willing to grab a voluntary alter to lower grade.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Must have principal U.S. Residency for at least three of the last five years (waivers may apply).
• Must be proficient in the Spanish language (express and read).
• Must meet firearms requirements under the Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended by the Lautenberg Amendment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and disseminate strategic and tactical intelligence reports within CBP and to other law enforcement officials nationwide.
• Update national databases with collected info on smugglers, informants, and counterfeit operations.
• Use various automated data systems for gathering intelligence and reporting on movements and patterns.
• Prevent illegal entry of aliens into the United States by land, water, or air.
• Enforce criminal provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Laws.
• Pursue out and apprehend smugglers or aliens who are in the United States illegally.
• Grow intelligence collection plans and arrange sector-wide intelligence gathering operations.
• Analyze disparate facts, events, and other intelligence material to spot applicable information.

Conditions & Requirements

• Leading U.S. Residency for at least three of the last five years (waivers may put in).
• All pre-employment processes conducted in English.
• Must pass a background investigation and polygraph examination.
• Must meet job-related medical and fitness standards.
• Must be proficient in Spanish (speak and review).
• Must encounter early and continuing firearms qualifications.
• Subject to mandatory retirement under unique law enforcement officer retirement provisions (CSRS and FERS).
• This is a polygraph-required role.

Benefits

• Complete federal gains package covering health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance.
• Retirement scheme and Thrift Savings Blueprint (alike to 401(k)).
• Versatile Spending Account and Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal depart days and paid federal holidays.
• Adaptable function schedules, tuition reimbursement, transportation subsidies, uniform allowance.
• Health and wellness programs and fitness centers.
• Disabled veteran exit open for eligible veterans.
• Opportunities for employee training and development.

How You Will Be Evaluated

1. Your submission won’t be rated; it will be referred to management in name order.
2. A series of vacancy questions will decide your eligibility.
3. If you gather fundamental conditions, your submission package may be referred to management for picking consideration.
4. Falsification of your submission will strip you from consideration.
5. Competencies evaluated contain knowledge of law enforcement techniques, expertise in analyzing intelligence material, using automated systems, and coordinating intelligence operations.
6. Due weight given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion decisions.
7. Tentative role provide expected within 60 days after close of announcement.

Required Documents

• Resume (maximum two pages) in English, such as position titles, thorough responsibilities, dates (MM/DD/YY), hours per week, full label, phone number, email, and salary.
• Responses to the role questionnaire.
• SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) for existing CBP employees (encouraged but not needed for CBP know-how; called for for federal background outside CBP).
• If claiming CTAP priority: separation notice, most new SF-50, most latest performance rating, and agency certification.
• If a current or former political appointee: initial and termination SF-50s.
• Performance appraisal and incentive awards (may be requested).

How to Apply

1. To register, to your the authorized submission portal account (or generate one) and unseal the announcement. Finalize the online submission and assessment questionnaire. Attach your resume (maximum two pages) and any needed supporting documents (e.g., SF-50s). Guarantee all materials are in English and uploaded by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 07/29/2026. Only the most current submission will be employed. Verify that all information.

Additional Information

• This is a voluntary reassignment opening for present USBP GS-1896 employees only.
• Career Transition Assistance Strategy (CTAP) eligible CBP employees may put in.
• Polygraph reciprocity may be accepted from prior federal polygraph exams.
• Certain veterans may be eligible for a polygraph waiver.
• Residency need: must have lived in the U.S. Or its protectorates for at least three of the last five years; waivers on offer for certain government-related absences.
• DHS applies E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
• The Just Shot to Compete for Jobs Act puts in; criminal history won’t be requested before a conditional job give.
• Contact the CBP Hiring Center at 855-500-3722 or [email protected] for inquiries.
• Address for inquiries: United States Border Patrol, Washington, DC 20229.

About Company

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the largest federal law enforcement agency within the Department of Homeland Security, responsible for securing the nation's borders and facilitating lawful trade and travel. The U.S.

Border Patrol is a component of CBP focused on preventing illegal entry and apprehending people who violate immigration laws. This role is within the Havre Sector Intelligence Unit, which aids border security operations in Montana through intelligence analysis and dissemination.