Supervisory CBP Officer (Asst Port Director)

Customs and Border Protection; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 109,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection is seeking a Supervisory CBP Officer (Asst Port Director) at the New Orleans OFO, Area Port Mobile, AL. This leadership role directs port operations, coordinates personnel and resources, and ensures compliance with laws and regulations to safeguard borders.

The position starts at $109,383 (GS-13, Step 1) up to $142,199 (GS-13, Step 10) per year, with a Secret security clearance requirement and eligibility under the Fed Transition path.

Job description

Supervisory CBP Officer (Asst Port Director)

• Hiring Agency: Customs and Border Protection
• Department: Department of Homeland Security

Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, New Orleans Field Office in Area Port Mobile, AL.

Key Responsibilities

Joining the Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations will allow you to use your expertise to manage one or more national programs in order to help to detect and prevent terrorists and instruments of terror from entering/exiting the U.S. Apply for this exciting opportunity to direct programs that strengthen the Department's ability to perform homeland security. This position starts at a salary of $109,383.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $142,199.00 (GS-13, Step 10).

In this Supervisory position you will become a key team member of homeland security professionals overseeing one or more functional areas at the port of entry. Major duties may include: Leading port operations by assessing mission needs, establishing priorities, and coordinating personnel, equipment, and other resources needed to support OFO operational requirements.

Applying applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures involving the admissibility of travelers, cargo, conveyances, international mail, and the movement of vessels, aircraft, and vehicles. Overseeing passenger, trade, and tactical enforcement activities involving inspection operations, targeting, examinations, anti-smuggling efforts, anti-terrorism priorities, border security, and agriculture enforcement.

Managing work through subordinate supervisors by setting priorities, assigning responsibilities, resolving operational issues, monitoring performance, and supporting employee development. Administering labor-management and workforce responsibilities by applying collective bargaining requirements, addressing grievances or complaints, engaging with union representatives, and promoting fair and consistent supervisory practices.

If going from a LEO Covered Position to a Secondary CBPO Special Retirement Covered (SRC) Position: Please be advised that when you enter on duty in this Secondary CBPO SRC position you will no longer be covered under the Special Retirement System for Law Enforcement Officers, but will only be covered under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).

For further information on the Secondary CBPO Enhanced Retirement Coverage, please see the Qualifications section If going from a Primary CBPO Special Retirement Covered (SRC) Position to a Secondary CBPO SRC Position and you have less than 3 years in a Primary CBPO SRC Position: Please be advised that when you enter on duty in this Secondary CBPO SRC position you will no longer be covered under the Special Retirement System for CBP Officers, but will only be covered under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or covered under your applicable non-special retirement system depending upon previous service.

For further information on the Secondary CBPO SRC, please see the Qualifications section.

Requirements & Education

Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $109383 – $142199/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.