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.
Budget and Finance Specialist (Procurement)
U.S. House of Representatives
Full-time · Washington, DC · $95,995 – $102,423
This role manages procurement, budget analysis, and financial reporting for the U.S. House Sergeant at Arms, serving as the go-to point of contact across divisions on purchasing decisions and financial guidance. It suits someone with hands-on experience in budget and procurement administration who can master government financial systems and policies.
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Section Chief - Blue Campaign
Department of Homeland Security Headquarters
Full-time · Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
This is a supervisory role leading the Department of Homeland Security's Blue Campaign, a federal initiative against human trafficking. The position suits experienced federal managers comfortable with strategic program oversight, cross-agency collaboration, and building teams focused on awareness, training, and victim-centered prevention work.
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Systems Integration & Missions Engineer
STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP)
Washington Navy Yard, DC · $102,415 – $158,322
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Fire Protection Engineer
Department of Energy Headquarters
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
The Department of Energy seeks a fire protection engineer to serve as the principal expert responsible for all fire safety and life safety programs at DOE Headquarters, overseeing systems, approving designs, and leading investigations to maintain compliance with national codes. This role suits an experienced engineer with federal facilities expertise who can command authority over complex safety infrastructure and guide senior leadership on critical infrastructure decisions.
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Senior Staff Engineer, LRV Systems (R6242)
Shield AI
Washington, DC · $170,000 – $310,000
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Trial Attorney
Office of Personnel Management
Washington, DC · $74,678 – $197,200
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Freelance Producer, Special Report
Supercast
Washington, DC
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Librarian
Library of Congress
Washington, DC · $70,623 – $91,815
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Police Officer (Secret Service Police) Canine Explosives Detection
U.S. Secret Service
Washington, DC · $77,987 – $134,165
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Legal Careers
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, DC · $93,000 – $200,000
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Head of National Security Sales (DoW/IC)
Menlo Ventures Portfolio
Washington, DC · $550,000 – $700,000
Lead enterprise sales strategy and team building for Anthropic's AI products within U.S. defense and intelligence agencies, managing relationships from combatant commands to IC leadership and owning revenue targets across a complex, compliance-heavy market. This role suits experienced defense contractor sales executives with deep Pentagon and intelligence community networks, active TS/SCI clearance, and proven success scaling teams in regulated government sectors.
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Maintenance Technician
JLL
20 locations
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Senior Manager (M2), Partner Resolution Management
Intuit
Washington, DC · Remote
Lead a team resolving complex escalations for Intuit's highest-value accounting partners, managing end-to-end governance, cross-functional collaboration, and root-cause fixes to protect trust and reduce recurring issues. This role suits experienced people leaders comfortable with operational rigor, high-stakes partner management, and driving systemic improvements across product and support functions.
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Administrative Business Partner - ShipOS
Palantir
Full-time · 2 locations · $60,000 – $97,000
This role supports senior leaders on Palantir's high-priority ShipOS program, which partners with the U.S. Navy to modernize maritime operations and submarine production. You'll manage schedules, anticipate needs, and handle complex logistical planning across multiple workstreams—not typical administrative work, but a strategic position that keeps fast-moving teams aligned and efficient.
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Staff Attorney
U.S. Courts
4 locations · $102,415 – $187,093
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Human Resources Specialist
Department of State Headquarters
Washington, DC · $89,508 – $158,322
The Department of State is seeking HR specialists to advise on recruitment strategies, develop job analyses, manage position classifications, and provide guidance on benefits and performance management across various bureaus. This role suits experienced HR professionals comfortable navigating federal regulations and supporting managers with complex personnel decisions.
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Supervisory CBP Officer (Chief of Staff)
Customs and Border Protection
Full-time · Washington, DC · $173,968 – $197,200
A senior leadership role within U.S. Customs and Border Protection where you advise top executives on complex operational and policy matters while managing national programs focused on homeland security. This position suits experienced federal law enforcement or government professionals comfortable with high-level stakeholder engagement and program oversight in a security-focused environment.
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Supervisory Supply Technician
Veterans Health Administration
3 locations · $57,736 – $75,059
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Trial Attorney - Environmental Defense Section (Open Continuous)
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice
Washington, DC · $99,800 – $197,200
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Supervisory Environmental Engineer (Deputy Director)
Architect of the Capitol
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
This Deputy Director role oversees environmental compliance, engineering, and sustainability programs across the U.S. Capitol Complex, managing staff and regulatory relationships while ensuring adherence to federal and state environmental standards. The position suits experienced environmental engineers who combine technical expertise with supervisory skill and can guide complex permitting, remediation, and pollution prevention initiatives.
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Attorney Advisor - General (Assistant General Counsel)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Washington, DC · $102,415 – $197,200
This role provides legal counsel to federal prison leadership on matters ranging from facility management and inmate sentencing to constitutional rights and reentry policy. It suits attorneys with correctional law experience who want to influence how the justice system treats incarcerated people.
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Insurance Analyst
Treasury, Departmental Offices
Washington, DC · $121,785 – $187,093
This Federal policy role analyzes insurance sector developments and legislative impacts for the Treasury Department's Federal Insurance Office. The position suits experienced analysts who can research complex financial and regulatory issues and communicate findings clearly to policymakers.
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Senior Special Counsel
Securities and Exchange Commission
Washington, DC · $174,859 – $292,300
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Occupational Health Nurse
Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Full-time · 2 locations · $121,785 – $158,322
This occupational health nursing role in the federal government manages medical eligibility screening, evaluates employee health risks, and provides clinical guidance on workplace safety and accommodations. The position suits experienced nurses seeking to apply clinical expertise in a government setting focused on occupational health policy and employee wellness.
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HR Specialist Benefits
U.S. Coast Guard
Full-time · Washington, DC · $102,415 – $133,142
This federal HR role manages complex benefits administration for Coast Guard employees, including retirement processing, insurance programs, and compliance with federal regulations. It suits experienced benefits specialists comfortable interpreting evolving policy and providing expert guidance to staff and management.
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