Jobs in Washington, D.C.
1,168 open roles — posted here, and found on employers' own careers sites.
42 new this week, 34 the week before, counting only boards we were already tracking.
Median posted pay $146,000 from the 975 roles here that state a range. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it.
Data Scientist
Department of State Headquarters
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
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Program Manager
Office of Personnel Management
2 locations · $169,279 – $197,200
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Special Agent in Charge
Internal Revenue Service
Washington, DC · $151,661 – $228,000
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Police Officer (Dignitary Protection) - Up to 60K Recruitment Incentive
Supreme Court of the United States
Washington, DC · $86,530 – $147,928
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Special Agent (Lateral)
U.S. Capitol Police
Washington, DC · $90,853 – $147,928
The U.S. Capitol Police seeks experienced law enforcement officers to join its Protective Services Bureau as Special Agents, performing either dignitary protection for Congressional leaders or criminal investigations involving federal law. This role is for lateral transfers from other federal law enforcement agencies who have completed advanced training and want to work in a specialized protective and investigative capacity.
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Deputy Director, Office of Investment Security
Treasury, Departmental Offices
Full-time · Washington, DC · $143,913 – $197,200
This is a Deputy Director position in the U.S. Treasury's Office of Investment Security, where you would manage policy, legal, and operational work on foreign investment screening and national security matters at either the GS-14 or GS-15 federal grade level. The role suits experienced policy analysts or lawyers with a background in international finance, investment transactions, or national security who want to shape how the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States reviews transactions.
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Inventory Technician
Architect of the Capitol
Washington, DC · $51,957 – $67,543
This role manages inventory and supply operations for a gift shop serving the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, involving stock counts, requisitions, documentation, and occasional sales floor support during peak seasons. It suits someone with warehouse or inventory management experience who can handle both data entry and physical stocking tasks in a federal government setting.
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Advanced Practice Nurse - Neurology
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Washington, DC · $134,419 – $202,008
This role supports veterans with spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions through advanced clinical practice, including prescribing treatments, managing patient panels, and developing innovative care delivery models like telemedicine clinics. It suits experienced nurse practitioners seeking meaningful work in specialized neurology care within a federal healthcare system.
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Supervisory Equal Employment Specialist
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
This supervisory role leads a federal civil rights compliance branch that processes employment discrimination complaints across the Department of Transportation. The position suits candidates with extensive experience in EEO law, discrimination case management, and team leadership who can develop policy, mentor staff, and ensure agency-wide adherence to federal civil rights regulations.
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Program Analyst (Strategy and Resources)
U.S. Coast Guard
Full-time · Washington, DC · $121,785 – $158,322
This is a federal government role analyzing human resources strategy and budgets for the Coast Guard, suitable for someone with several years of experience managing workforce programs and financial planning in a government environment.
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Deputy Director
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice
Full-time · Washington, DC · $151,661 – $228,000
The Civil Division of the Department of Justice seeks a Deputy Director for the Federal Programs Branch to defend federal government policies and decisions in district court litigation. This role suits experienced litigators and government lawyers ready to lead teams, shape policy, and argue complex constitutional and administrative law cases at the executive level.
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Operations Research Analyst
Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Washington, DC · $102,415 – $158,322
This federal operations research role involves developing analytical frameworks and mathematical models to support budgeting and resource allocation decisions at the Department of Homeland Security. The position suits analysts experienced in quantitative problem-solving who want to apply data-driven methods to government program management and policy development.
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Senior Advisor - SI Enablement and Data Strategy
Securities and Exchange Commission
Washington, DC · $161,608 – $292,300
A senior data strategy role within the SEC's enforcement division, supporting investigations and operations through better use of data assets and emerging analytics capabilities. This position suits someone experienced in data governance, organizational technology strategy, and translating complex technical concepts for leadership audiences.
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Protective Armor Vehicle Specialist
U.S. Secret Service
Full-time · Washington, DC · $67,248 – $96,778
This Secret Service role maintains and repairs a fleet of armored protective vehicles used for presidential and official transportation, requiring both automotive expertise and the ability to support tactical driving operations. The position combines mechanical work with security operations, suited for experienced automotive technicians seeking a federal career with advancement potential.
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Executive Director, Mission Center for National Resilience
Department of Homeland Security Headquarters
Washington, DC · $151,661 – $228,000
This is a senior executive role within the Department of Homeland Security leading a research and development mission center focused on cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection. The role suits experienced technology and program managers with substantial government or defense sector background who can lead complex initiatives spanning multiple agencies and drive strategic advancement of the nation's cyber resilience capabilities.
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Information Technology Specialist (Data Scientist)
National Gallery of Art
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
This role develops data science and analytics products to guide decision-making across museum operations, audience engagement, and strategic planning. It suits someone who can build predictive models and data pipelines while translating technical findings to non-technical stakeholders across a large cultural institution.
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Talent and Development Specialist
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC · $84,271 – $94,901
This role supports the U.S. House of Representatives in building talent pipelines and HR best practices across Member, Committee, and Leadership offices. The position suits HR professionals with congressional experience who can advise on recruitment, staff development, and retention strategies tailored to the unique demands of legislative offices.
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Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Office of Operations
Federal Acquisition Service
Washington, DC · $151,661 – $216,400
The General Services Administration seeks an experienced executive to serve as Deputy Assistant Commissioner overseeing complex federal operations, finance, and service delivery functions. This senior leadership role requires someone who can drive strategic direction, manage multi-functional service centers, and build partnerships across government and industry.
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Human Resources Specialist - Information Systems (Human Resources Information Systems Architect)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Washington, DC · $102,415 – $158,322
A federal HR systems architect who designs and maintains the information platforms that support human resources operations across a large organization. This role suits someone with deep technical expertise in databases and system design who wants to apply those skills to government HR infrastructure.
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Information Technology Specialist (Security)
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Headquarters
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
This NASA role secures critical IT infrastructure by managing vulnerability remediation, access controls, and cloud security across enterprise systems. It suits experienced security professionals who can lead technical initiatives, advise leadership on cybersecurity strategy, and maintain compliance with federal standards.
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Federal Judicial Clerkship (2 Years) (2027)
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Internship · Washington, DC · $85,447 – $111,087
A two-year judicial clerkship at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Office of Administrative Law Judges, where you will draft decisions and orders, conduct legal research, and assist judges in resolving complex energy regulation cases. This role suits recent law graduates seeking courtroom exposure, technical legal training, and a pathway to litigation or in-house counsel positions.
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INTELLIGENCE RESEARCH SPECIALIST
Development Finance Corporation
2 locations · $121,785 – $158,322
This federal intelligence analysis role focuses on conducting multi-source research and producing written assessments to support policy decisions and senior leadership. It suits analysts with experience synthesizing classified and unclassified information into structured intelligence products for U.S. government stakeholders.
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Customer Experience Strategist
Bureau of the Fiscal Service
Washington, DC · $125,776 – $187,093
This federal role develops and executes customer experience improvements for the Bureau of the Fiscal Service, advising stakeholders on strategies to better serve their users. The position suits someone skilled at research, data analysis, and translating customer insights into actionable service enhancements.
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Grants Management Specialist
Office of Justice Programs
Washington, DC · $121,785 – $158,322
A federal grants management role in the Department of Justice supporting tribal victim services programs. The position requires managing complex grants for crime victim services across tribal communities, monitoring compliance, and providing technical assistance to grantees.
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Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems)
Department of Energy Headquarters
Full-time · Washington, DC · $61,722 – $111,087
This federal role supports HR technology operations at the Department of Energy, assisting with troubleshooting, system maintenance, data analysis, and process automation across HR information systems. It suits candidates with technical HR background or IT skills who can bridge human resources and information systems needs.
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