Border Patrol Agent (BORSTAR)

Full-time other-general

Summary This announcement has been amended on 07/20/2026 to extend the closing date to 07/30/2026. 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, Targeting and Intelligence Division, Special Operations Detachment located in McAllen, TX. Additional selections may be made beyond the number of vacancies specified in this vacancy announcement. 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 $91,985.00 (GS-12, Step 1) to $119,583.00 (GS-12, Step 10). Engaging in law enforcement wo...