2026.02.15

What’s Customs and Border Protection like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the SUPERVISORY BORDER PATROL AGENT (WATCH COMMANDER) position at Customs and Border Protection.

Ms.Smith

What job is being offered?

Ms.Smith

They’re looking for a Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (Watch Commander) at the Department of Homeland Security in Marfa, Texas.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this role is between $129,258 and $168,040.

Dr.Job

What qualifications do you need for this job?

Ms.Smith

To qualify for the GS-14 grade level, you need at least one year of specialized experience that’s similar to the next lower grade level, which includes providing oversight for Border Patrol functions and managing operational programs.

Dr.Job

What kind of experience is considered specialized for this position?

Ms.Smith

Specialized experience includes law enforcement duties like making arrests, using firearms responsibly, and effectively dealing with people in law enforcement situations.

Dr.Job

Is there any special retirement coverage for this position?

Ms.Smith

Yes, this job is a secondary law enforcement position, which means it has mandatory retirement under specific provisions for law enforcement officers.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith