Federal law enforcement & investigation jobs
This hub covers criminal investigators and special agents (1811), police officers (0083), customs and border protection officers (1895), and general inspection, investigation and compliance specialists (1801).
Law enforcement roles often carry maximum entry ages, medical and fitness standards, and background investigations. Many 1811 and 0083 positions qualify for special retirement coverage and law enforcement availability pay.
USAJOBS currently lists 270 open law enforcement & investigation announcements. The most active recent employers are Customs and Border Protection, Transportation Security Administration and U.S. Capitol Police. 26 of the latest 100 offer remote work or telework.
OPM occupational series: 1811, 0083, 1895, 1801
- Open announcements
- 270
- Top hiring agency (recent)
- Customs and Border Protection
- Remote or telework (recent)
- 26 / 100
Occupation snapshot: Law Enforcement & Investigation
National figures for related occupations across all employers, not just the federal government. Federal pay is set by each announcement's grade and locality.
| Occupation | National median wage | Outlook | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detectives and Criminal InvestigatorsO*NET-SOC 33-3021.00 | $93,790 per year$45.09 per hour2025 data | Below Average outlook0% projected change (2025-2035)7,800 openings per year | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol OfficersO*NET-SOC 33-3051.00 | $76,210 per year$36.64 per hour2025 data | Average outlook4% projected change (2025-2035)51,500 openings per year | High school diploma or equivalent |
This page includes information from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA), and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
Newest federal law enforcement & investigation jobs
CBP Officer (TTP-Field Liaison)
Closes Nov 10, 2026Customs and Border Protection · Department of Homeland Security
Washington, District of Columbia
$125,158 - $162,708 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Supervisory Law Enforcement Specialist (Rapid Protection Force)
Closes Nov 10, 2026DHS Headquarters · Department of Homeland Security
Multiple Locations
$111,174 - $162,708 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
LEAD POLICE OFFICER
Closes Nov 6, 2026Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy
Point Mugu, California
$65,148 - $84,689 per year · GS-8
- Full-time
- Permanent
Supervisory CBP Officer (Watch Commander - POE)
Closes Nov 10, 2026Customs and Border Protection · Department of Homeland Security
Buffalo, New York
$135,167 - $175,722 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Deputy Regional Director)
Closes Nov 10, 2026DHS Headquarters · Department of Homeland Security
Multiple Locations
$147,899 - $197,200 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
Deputy Regional Director
Closes Nov 10, 2026DHS Headquarters · Department of Homeland Security
Multiple Locations
$147,899 - $197,200 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR
Closes Nov 18, 2026Defense Finance and Accounting Service · Department of Defense
Multiple Locations
$62,297 - $121,502 per year · GS-9 to 12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Police Officer
Closes Nov 9, 2026Pentagon Force Protection Agency · Department of Defense
Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia
$77,526 - $134,165 per year · AD-6 to 7
- Full-time
- Permanent
Law Enforcement Specialist (Firearms Instructor)
Closes Nov 10, 2026Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers · Department of Homeland Security
Glynco, Georgia
$89,508 - $116,362 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Compliance Officer
Closes Nov 18, 2026Agricultural Marketing Service · Department of Agriculture
Multiple Locations
$74,678 - $159,575 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge (ASAC)
Closes Nov 17, 2026Office of Inspector General · Department of Labor
Detroit, Michigan
$138,734 - $180,360 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Investigative Specialist
Closes Nov 13, 2026Citizenship and Immigration Services · Department of Homeland Security
Los Angeles, California
$104,349 - $161,313 per year · GS-12 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Supervisory International Compliance Analyst
Closes Nov 10, 2026Commerce, International Trade Administration · Department of Commerce
Washington, District of Columbia
$169,279 - $197,200 per year · GS-15
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Supervisory International Compliance Analyst
Closes Nov 10, 2026Commerce, International Trade Administration · Department of Commerce
Washington, District of Columbia
$169,279 - $197,200 per year · GS-15
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
LEAD POLICE OFFICER
Closes Nov 10, 2026Air Combat Command · Department of the Air Force
Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
$55,882 - $72,644 per year · GS-8
- Full-time
- Term
POLICE OFFICER (INSTRUCTOR)
Closes Nov 5, 2026Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy
Kingsville, Texas
$62,023 - $80,634 per year · GS-9
- Full-time
- Permanent
Client Representative
Closes Nov 9, 2026Customs and Border Protection · Department of Homeland Security
Multiple Locations
$106,437 - $138,370 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Criminal Investigator
Closes Nov 9, 2026Pentagon Force Protection Agency · Department of Defense
Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia
$72,977 - $158,322 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
Senior Compliance Investigator
Closes Nov 12, 2026Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration · Department of Transportation
Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)
$125,776 - $197,199 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Remote
Detective
Closes Nov 12, 2026United States Army Installation Management Command · Department of the Army
Fort Huachuca, Arizona
$56,942 - $74,022 per year · GS-8
- Full-time
- Permanent
Supervisory Criminal Investigator
Closes Nov 9, 2026Headquarters, NASA · National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Multiple Locations
$169,279 - $197,200 per year · GS-15
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
ASSISTANT INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR INVESTIGATIONS
Closes Nov 16, 2026Secretary of the Navy Offices (SECNAV) · Department of the Navy
Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia
$199,172 - $228,000 per year · ES-00
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Body Worn Camera Coordinator (BWCC)
Closes Nov 9, 2026Internal Revenue Service · Department of the Treasury
Ann Arbor, Michigan
$98,729 - $128,350 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement and Compliance Specialist
Closes Nov 9, 2026Headquarters, NASA · National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Kennedy Space Center, Florida
$126,711 - $164,729 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Supervisory Detective
Closes Nov 13, 2026United States Army Installation Management Command · Department of the Army
Fort Sill, Oklahoma
$74,678 - $97,087 per year · GS-11
- Full-time
- Permanent
Supervisory Inspector General
Closes Nov 12, 2026Army Tank-Automotive and Armament Command (TACOM) · Department of the Army
Warren, Michigan
$138,734 - $197,200 per year · NH-4
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Police Officer (Rapid Response Team)
Closes Nov 30, 2026U.S. Capitol Police · Legislative Branch
Washington, District of Columbia
$90,853 - $147,928 per year · LP-03
- Full-time
- Permanent
POLICE OFFICER
Closes Nov 18, 2026Air Force Special Operations Command · Department of the Air Force
Hurlburt Field, Florida
$54,314 - $70,609 per year · GS-7
- Full-time
- Permanent
SUPERVISORY POLICE OFFICER
Closes Nov 9, 2026Air Combat Command · Department of the Air Force
Grand Forks, North Dakota
$55,882 - $72,644 per year · GS-8
- Full-time
- Permanent
INSPECTOR GENERAL
Closes Nov 23, 2026Army National Guard Units · Department of the Army
Lincoln, Nebraska
$89,508 - $116,362 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
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