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$147,945 – $192,331
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
A policy advisor role supporting telecommunications program leadership at USDA's Rural Utilities Service, focused on tracking regulatory and legislative changes, preparing technical briefings, and providing strategic guidance on broadband expansion. Suited for someone with deep telecom sector knowledge and federal policy experience seeking to shape rural connectivity initiatives.
Our summary, not Agriculture, Rural Development’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience at the next lower GS grade or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience establishing program goals and objectives
- Experience reviewing and evaluating policy effectiveness
- Track record providing technical advice on broadband projects
- Ability to analyze legislative and regulatory impacts on programs
- Experience managing accountability and tracking systems
- Federal civilian employees must meet 52-week time-in-grade requirement