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.
Federal Account Executive
LangChain
Full-time · Washington, DC · $300,000 – $350,000 · Remote
This role involves building LangChain's sales presence within U.S. federal government agencies, selling AI infrastructure to the Department of Defense, civilian agencies, and intelligence community customers. It suits experienced enterprise software sellers with deep federal procurement knowledge and existing relationships across government and system integrator partners.
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Assistant Director (Finance)
Smithsonian Institution
Full-time · 2 locations · $143,913 – $187,093
This federal role oversees financial management for the National Museum of the American Indian, directing a team that administers budgets exceeding $43 million across three museum locations. The position suits experienced finance managers comfortable with government budgeting, trust fund administration, and providing strategic financial guidance to senior leadership.
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Supervisory Security Specialist
Office of Personnel Management
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
This role leads security operations across a federal agency, managing physical, information, and industrial protection programs while supervising security staff and advising executives on risk mitigation. It suits experienced security professionals ready to oversee agency-wide programs and serve in a management capacity within government.
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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Pain Management
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Washington, DC · $171,494 – $222,945
This role supports pain management clinics by optimizing medication therapy for chronic pain patients, conducting comprehensive drug assessments, and collaborating with physicians and other providers. It suits licensed pharmacists with specialized knowledge in pain management who want to work in a clinical team environment and mentor pharmacy students.
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Digital User Experience Analyst
Internal Revenue Service
Washington, DC · $125,776 – $197,200
The IRS seeks a Digital User Experience Analyst to design and refine user-centered digital products and strategies across the agency. This role suits someone with expertise in UX design, digital analytics, and stakeholder management who can influence policy and improve how taxpayers interact with government services online.
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Mission Support Specialist
Customs and Border Protection
Full-time · 2 locations · $70,623 – $111,087
A federal administrative specialist role supporting the Department of Homeland Security's legal office, handling personnel actions, property management, and office operations while coordinating with regional teams. This suits someone with prior administrative experience in a government or complex organizational setting who can manage compliance-heavy processes independently.
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Supervisory IT Program Manager (INFOSEC/PLCYPLN)
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice
Washington, DC · $169,279 – $197,200
This federal supervisory role manages information security programs and IT initiatives across the Department of Justice, overseeing budget, contractor compliance, and strategic alignment with national security requirements. It suits experienced IT managers with a background in federal cybersecurity governance and program oversight.
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Information Technology Spec
U.S. Coast Guard
Washington, DC · $121,785 – $158,322
This federal role develops and oversees IT and software acquisition policies for the Coast Guard, ensuring effective lifecycle management of technology programs from conception through sustainment. It suits experienced IT acquisition professionals who can balance policy development with program oversight and can navigate complex government procurement frameworks.
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Public Affairs Specialist
Department of State Headquarters
2 locations · $121,785 – $158,322
This role leads digital media strategy for the U.S. Department of State's European bureau, directing how foreign policy messages reach global audiences through social platforms, video, and emerging digital channels. It suits someone experienced in managing large-scale digital campaigns, analyzing audience behavior, and translating policy objectives into engaging content across multiple platforms.
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Securities Attorney
Securities and Exchange Commission
Washington, DC · $153,114 – $259,402
This SEC role analyzes tips, complaints, and suspicious activity reports to identify potential securities law violations, then prepares legal assessments and recommendations for further action. It suits attorneys with investigative experience in securities enforcement who want to work on complex financial crimes in a government setting.
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Branch Chief
Treasury, Departmental Offices
Washington, DC · $169,279 – $197,200
This is a senior leadership position overseeing counterintelligence operations, threat assessment, and personnel management within the Treasury Department's Office of Counterintelligence. It suits experienced intelligence professionals ready to step into executive-level responsibilities managing teams, advising senior officials, and driving organizational improvements across federal intelligence functions.
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Shift Supervisor
U.S. Capitol Police
Washington, DC · $150,235 – $189,308
This role leads a shift within the Capitol Police's intelligence operations center, managing protective intelligence gathering, threat assessment, and coordination with law enforcement partners. It suits experienced security or intelligence professionals comfortable with high-stakes decision-making during routine operations and emergencies.
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Physical Security Specialist (Security Specialist - Applied Technology)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Washington, DC · $121,785 – $158,322
A technical specialist role within the Federal Bureau of Prisons' Physical Security Unit, designing and evaluating security technology systems including counter-drone systems, sensors, and telecommunications infrastructure to protect correctional facilities. This role suits candidates with hands-on experience integrating security systems, conducting radio frequency analysis, or overseeing physical security implementations in secure environments.
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Gardener Helper (Part-Time)
Architect of the Capitol
Part-time · Washington, DC · $25 – $31 / hour
This part-time role at the U.S. Botanic Garden involves propagating, cultivating, and maintaining diverse plant collections for display and educational purposes. It suits people with horticultural knowledge who can work independently, including weekends and emergencies, and are willing to obtain a DC pesticide applicator license.
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Government Information Specialist (Compliance)
Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
This role advises senior DHS and ICE leadership on privacy risks within government programs, systems, and data practices, then develops and oversees compliance documentation to mitigate those risks. It suits experienced privacy professionals ready to shape federal information governance at a senior level.
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Director, Homeland Identity Intelligence Center
Department of Homeland Security Headquarters
Washington, DC · $151,661 – $228,000
This position leads the Department of Homeland Security's identity intelligence operations, overseeing screening, vetting, and watchlisting functions across the federal intelligence community. The role suits experienced intelligence or security professionals with deep expertise in counterterrorism, transnational threats, and identity data systems who have managed large organizations and budgets.
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Police Officer (Secret Service Police) Emergency Response Team
U.S. Secret Service
Washington, DC · $77,987 – $134,165
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Information Technology Specialist (Systems Analyst)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
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Vice President and Chief Human Capital Officer
Development Finance Corporation
Washington, DC · $151,661 – $228,000
A senior HR executive role overseeing human resources strategy, policy, and operations for a federal development finance agency. This suits leaders with deep experience managing enterprise HR programs and advising C-suite executives on talent management and organizational initiatives.
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LE2 MECHANICAL SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP)
Washington Navy Yard, DC · $102,415 – $158,322
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Manager, Member Protection Program #5416
U.S. Senate
Washington, DC · $130,469 – $181,570
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Archivist
National Gallery of Art
Washington, DC · $70,623 – $91,815
This role supports the Gallery Archives at a major national art museum by managing the institution's records in all formats, from documents and photographs to digital materials. You would handle collection arrangement, preservation, reference services, and digitization while helping steward over 160,000 artworks and institutional records.
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Executive Director, Office of Multiple Award Schedules
Federal Acquisition Service
Washington, DC · $151,661 – $209,600
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Assistant Director (Information Systems)
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC · $175,617 – $188,067
This role oversees information systems audits for the U.S. House of Representatives, managing audit teams, conducting complex IT control assessments, and developing findings on vulnerabilities and governance issues. It suits experienced IT auditors with strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of systems security and audit tools, and the ability to guide junior staff while communicating technical issues to senior management.
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Program Specialist (Special Assistant)
Library of Congress
Washington, DC · $121,785 – $158,322
This role supports the director of scholarly programs at the Library of Congress by managing administrative, program, and analytical work for the Kluge Center. It suits someone organized and detail-oriented who can handle complex grant proposals, correspondence, legislative analysis, and strategic planning while collaborating across a large federal institution.
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