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How much do commission coast guard investigative service jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for commission coast guard investigative service in the United States is $75,325.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Commission Coast Guard Investigative Service vs Coast Guard Law Enforcement Specialist?

AspectCommission Coast Guard Investigative ServiceCoast Guard Law Enforcement Specialist
Primary RoleInvestigates crimes and misconduct within the Coast GuardEnforces laws, conducts patrols, and performs law enforcement duties
Required CredentialsSpecial agent credentials, background checks, possibly security clearancesLaw enforcement training, certifications, and physical fitness standards
Work EnvironmentInvestigative offices, onboard vessels, and crime scenesOnshore and maritime patrols, law enforcement operations
Employer/Industry UsagePart of Coast Guard's investigative branchPart of Coast Guard's law enforcement division

While both roles serve within the Coast Guard, the Commission Coast Guard Investigative Service focuses on investigations and intelligence, whereas the Coast Guard Law Enforcement Specialist handles patrols and law enforcement duties. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify career paths and job expectations within the Coast Guard.

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Infographic showing various Commission Coast Guard Investigative Service job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,325 per year, or $36.2 per hour.

Criminal Investigator

United States Coast Guard - ABILITY Job Fair

Newark, NJ

$61K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

This vacancy is for a GS-1811-9/11, Criminal Investigator located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, COAST GUARD INVESTIGATIVE SERVICE-CG-CGIS.

Qualifications:Basic Requirements: Individual Occupational Requirements/Medical Requirements
The duties of positions in this series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying.
AND

To qualify at the GS-9 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level in the federal or private sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.

NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
Specialized experience may include the following:

  • Providing protective service operations and enforcing applicable Federal laws.
  • Planning minor investigations.
  • Applying criminal and civil investigation-related policies, concepts, and principles.
  • Conducting minor investigations.

NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.
OR
To qualify at the GS-11 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level in the federal or private sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.

NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
Specialized experience may include the following:

  • Performing undercover operations, surveillance, and search/seizure operations.
  • Presenting evidence which reconstructs events, sequences and time elements.
  • Respond to requests for investigative assistance from Coast Guard commands and other law enforcement authorities.
  • Assist U.S. Secret Service with protective assignments.

NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:This position does not have a positive education requirement.Employment Type: OTHER

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