Federal Government Jobs in the United States
Jobot
$90000 - $130000 YEAR
Des Plaines, IL
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Jobot
$90000 - $130000 YEAR
Des Plaines, IL
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Constellation Energy
$164700 - $183000 undefined
Washington, DC
The position is involved in all aspects of the federal affairs department, including lobbying strategy and execution (using both internal and external resources), developing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders across the political spectrum, drafting policy briefings and memorandum, tracking federal legislation, trade association participation, and leveraging Executive participation with federal officials. In addition, for certain issues as assigned by the Vice President, Government Affairs, this position serves as an issue manager responsible for leading, coordinating and integrating all public affairs initiatives, programs, communications and activities with key stakeholders to support the strategic needs of the business.
Censeo Consulting Group
$90000 - $140000 YEAR
Washington DC, DC
Censeo is seeking a consultant to serve as a Customer Engagement Manager to support the GSA by providing customer engagement and operations planning support to customer agencies transitioning to the GO.gov e-gov travel services (ETS) shared service. Censeo Consulting Group is a top Washington D.C. based management consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build operational excellence, deliver better outcomes, and lower cost.
Flagstar Bank
Troy, MI
Portfolio Maintenance: Coordinate all client-facing activities in assigned territory including completion of formal and informal bid requests, responses to client telephone calls and e-mails, implementation of services, general account reviews, and other activities. Relationship Management: Accountable for maintaining existing client relationships and expanding these relationships by cross selling appropriate bank products and investments with the goal being to increase group revenue and ensure profitability of these relationships.
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.
Atlanta, GA
In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group’s 2025 Vision to become a “Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology,” Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders. - Engage with trade and other membership organizations on priority issues, tracking developments and working to shape industry’s broader positioning to reflect Daiichi Sankyo’s business needs.
Jobot
$100000 - $145000 YEAR
Des Plaines, IL
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Forte Preparatory Academy
$65000 - $95000 undefined
Flushing, NY
Forte Prep Academy High School is a new 9th through 12th grade college preparatory, tuition-free public charter school for Queens, New York, with a focus on serving the Jackson Heights, Elmhurst and Corona communities. Our mission is: Through a relentless pursuit of academic, community, and personal excellence, Forte Prep Academy Charter Schools equip all students to become the next generation of leaders in Queens and beyond.
Credence
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH
Credence has an immediate opening for a Government-Furnished Equipment/ Property Support, Senior who will be primarily responsible for supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center WAM (AFLCMC/WAM) directorate, F-16 division at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. The Contractor shall assist to coordinate with the foreign customer and USG Contractors to research all missing and lost items procured from all LOA lines including those items returned for repair.
The United States Secret Service
$20.83 - $26.04 per Per hour
Auburn, NY
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Jobot
$25 - $45 HOUR
Linthicum Heights, MD
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Jobot
$220000 - $230000 YEAR
Irvine, CA
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Judge Group
$200000 - $350000 YEAR
Washington, DC
This executive-level leader will drive client delivery excellence, manage high-impact digital transformation programs, build strong relationships with senior DoD stakeholders, and spearhead business development efforts in emerging technologies and mission-critical IT services. 1. Practice Leadership: Lead and scale a high-performing consulting team delivering IT strategy, enterprise architecture, cloud migration, cybersecurity, and digital modernization for DoD clients.
Jobot
$70000 - $85000 YEAR
Monroe, NC
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Jobot
$220000 - $255000 YEAR
Sacramento, CA
This position is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned professional to apply their knowledge and expertise in the legal industry, specifically in the areas of land use, government advice, the Brown Act, the Political Reform Act, non-profit organizations, mediation, and legal writing. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Jobot
$170000 - $200000 YEAR
Los Angeles, CA
Leveraging your expertise in accounting and finance, you will provide strategic oversight and guidance to our audit team, ensuring the highest quality of audit and advisory services to our state and local government clients. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Jobot
$150000 - $200000 YEAR
Westlake, MD
The ideal Senior Tax Manager has 5+ years of tax experience in a regional firm focused in tax compliance, reviewing complex annual tax returns, as well as multi-state tax returns supporting government contracting clients. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Providence Non-RN - Oregon
$100000 - $120000 YEAR
Portland, OR
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Jobot
$90000 - $125000 YEAR
Hampton, VA
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Jobot
$100000 - $150000 YEAR
Bolingbrook, IL
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GSMS
$115000 - $135000 YEAR
Virginia Beach, VA
Federal Account ManagerSummary: The Federal Account Manager is a field-based role responsible for the development, management, and execution of sales strategies within the Federal Government markets, specifically Veterans Administration (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) systems. Representing client companies supported by GSMS / WSI, the Federal Account Manager will drive product awareness, sales growth, and market share within assigned territories.
Jobot
$100000 - $150000 YEAR
Lexington, NC
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Jobot
$135000 - $170000 YEAR
Irvine, CA
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Jobot
$150000 - $200000 YEAR
Sacramento, CA
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C3 AI
Tysons, VA
C3 AI delivers a family of fully integrated products including the C3 Agentic AI Platform, an end-to-end platform for developing, deploying, and operating enterprise AI applications, C3 AI applications, a portfolio of industry-specific SaaS enterprise AI applications that enable the digital transformation of organizations globally, and C3 Generative AI, a suite of domain-specific generative AI offerings for the enterprise. • Continuously identify technical risks and gaps; devise mitigation strategies in anticipation of customer needs and communicate project status to internal and external executive stakeholders .
Jobot
$100000 - $125000 YEAR
Mount Clemens, MI
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Jobot
$120000 - $180000 YEAR
Allentown, PA
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Versa Networks
$175000 - $260000 YEAR
Austin, TX
As a leader in Secure SD-WAN, SSE (Secure Service Edge), SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) and Next-generation Managed Services, we are empowering organizations across the globe to transform their IT infrastructure for the modern cloud era. This role requires deep technical expertise in networking, cybersecurity, SD-WAN, and SD-LAN technologies, as well as excellent communication skills to support mission-critical federal environments.
Jobot
$110000 - $140000 YEAR
Newport News, VA
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Stamford American International Hospital
$62.75 - $83.16 HOUR
Chicago, IL
Positions are flexibly staffed at any of the three levels and progression from one level to the next higher level depends, first, on the need for a position at the higher level; second, on the nature, scope and complexity of the duties assigned; and third, on an employees demonstrated and applied knowledge, skills and abilities and professional behaviors. Clinical Government Audit Analyst and Appeal Specialist II is the full proficiency or journey level of the Clinical Government Audit Analyst and Appeal Job Family where employees are responsible for independently performing the full range of duties of moderate difficulty and complexity as outlined under the Job Duties Essential Functions.
Medline Industries - Transportation & Operations
Atlanta, GA
Calling on the non-acute care government market including emergency management, EMS, medical examiner offices, prisons, department of health, and board of commissioners offices; • Selling clinical and operational solutions to all levels of decision makers including owners, senior clinical officers and purchasing/procurement managers; • Selling products that include incontinence, skin care, DME, advance wound care, minor procedure kits, and gloves; Developing a strong knowledge base about Medline’s very large product catalog and numerous value added programs and services; • Developing meaningful relationships with new customers and deepening relationships with existing customers; • Cold calling and prospecting to develop new business opportunities; • Presenting new products and initiatives; educating customers on current industry trends and regulations; • Preparing bids and negotiating contracts. Complex sales strategy/approach to sell solutions across multiple levels; Background in commissioned, tangible product sales; Track record of demonstrable sales growth and quota attainment; Ability to present multiple product lines; Excellent communication and organizational skills; Stable work history; Computer proficiency especially in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Medline Industries - Transportation & Operations
Detroit, MI
Complex sales strategy/approach to sell solutions across multiple levels; Background in commissioned, tangible product sales; Track record of demonstrable sales growth and quota attainment; Ability to present multiple product lines; Excellent communication and organizational skills; Stable work history; Computer proficiency especially in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook. Medline serves as the main interface for many of the most commonly used healthcare products and services for our valued customers so they can care for their patients and staff in various segments; emergency management, EMS, medical examiner offices, prisons, department of health, and board of commissioners offices.
Medline Industries - Transportation & Operations
Chicago, IL
Provide a consultative approach in partnership with field sales to fulfill customer needs by identifying optimum product mix for customers and identifying customer cost-savings opportunities, implementation, inventory availability and issue resolution. Lead Medline’s Sales efforts within a primarily select group of highly complex or major accounts of regional, national or strategic significance within our State and Local Government division.
C3 AI
Tysons, VA
C3 AI delivers a family of fully integrated products including the C3 Agentic AI Platform, an end-to-end platform for developing, deploying, and operating enterprise AI applications, C3 AI applications, a portfolio of industry-specific SaaS enterprise AI applications that enable the digital transformation of organizations globally, and C3 Generative AI, a suite of domain-specific generative AI offerings for the enterprise. • Identify and prioritize key accounts, cultivating relationships with senior-level decision-makers, program managers, and influencers within defense organizations.
Medline Industries - Transportation & Operations
Northfield, IL
Responsible for serving as a strategic partner to senior sales leaders, the Advanced Analyst plays a key role within the Sales Enablement team by driving growth and retention through advanced analytics, business insights, and cross-functional collaboration. Leveraging deep business acumen, the Advanced Analyst uncovers opportunities to enhance performance, efficiency, and profitability, translating complex data into actionable insights that guide strategic decisions and long-term planning.
Jobot
$105000 - $130000 YEAR
Newport News, VA
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C3 AI
Tysons, VA
C3 AI delivers a family of fully integrated products including the C3 Agentic AI Platform, an end-to-end platform for developing, deploying, and operating enterprise AI applications, C3 AI applications, a portfolio of industry-specific SaaS enterprise AI applications that enable the digital transformation of organizations globally, and C3 Generative AI, a suite of domain-specific generative AI offerings for the enterprise. • Demonstrated experience in deploying, managing, and operating scalable and fault-tolerant Kubernetes-based infrastructure in AWS and Azure clouds; on-premise deployment experience preferred.
Home Health of Western Colorado
$45.9 - $51.2 HOUR
Montrose, CO
Minimum of a master’s degree in Speech Pathology, with Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), or the equivalent of minimum of one-year experience working with adults/children with disorders of neurological origin, including language comprehension, expression, cognition, articulation, voice, fluency, swallowing, and The candidate must also have the ability to function independently within the department. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member’s contribution to the quality of our work.
Talkiatry
$300000 - $350000 undefined
Philadelphia, PA
Custom developed technology driven solutions for psychiatry including an integrated EMR which supports provider-to-patient messaging, telemedicine, direct lab integration and proprietary tools to track and gain insight into your patients’ outcomes. In addition to a highly competitive Benefits plan, Talkiatry’s Full Time Psychiatrists compensation plan totals ~$300K- $350K+ annually, which consists of a base salary, in addition to a monthly productivity incentive; monthly productivity incentive is guaranteed throughout clinician’s onboarding ramp up period.
Talkiatry
$300000 - $350000 undefined
Harrisburg, PA
Custom developed technology driven solutions for psychiatry including an integrated EMR which supports provider-to-patient messaging, telemedicine, direct lab integration and proprietary tools to track and gain insight into your patients’ outcomes. In addition to a highly competitive Benefits plan, Talkiatry’s Full Time Psychiatrists compensation plan totals ~$300K- $350K+ annually, which consists of a base salary, in addition to a monthly productivity incentive; monthly productivity incentive is guaranteed throughout clinician’s onboarding ramp up period.
Saab
$115700 - $150500 YEAR
Syracuse, NY
We are seeking a Level 4 Senior Staff RF Antenna Engineer with deep expertise in antenna systems, element/mutual coupling, and free-space radiation performance—and the proven ability to rapidly evaluate, troubleshoot, and optimize existing antenna designs. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.
Saab
$101600 - $132000 undefined
Nedrow, NY
When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RF circuit design, system integration, and performance optimization, with hands-on experience in taking designs from concept to production.
Abnormal
Atlanta, GA
Were looking for a Senior Software Backend Engineer with strong DevOps expertise to lead and support our team managing restricted government cloud environments for federal customers. As a Senior Software Backend and DevOps Engineer, youll troubleshoot production issues, enhance infrastructure, and ensure a smooth, secure experience for federal users.
C3 AI
Tysons, VA
C3 AI delivers a family of fully integrated products including the C3 Agentic AI Platform, an end-to-end platform for developing, deploying, and operating enterprise AI applications, C3 AI applications, a portfolio of industry-specific SaaS enterprise AI applications that enable the digital transformation of organizations globally, and C3 Generative AI, a suite of domain-specific generative AI offerings for the enterprise. • Continuously identify technical risks and gaps; devise mitigation strategies in anticipation of customer needs and communicate project status to internal and external executive stakeholders .
Senior Community Care of Colorado
$29 - $38 HOUR
Cimarron, CO
Perform and record, if required, as specified by the planned treatment program, non-evaluative on-going data: Measurements of vital signs, range of motion, strength and linear increments; Types of assistive mobility devices used, and the distances covered; Results of tests and evaluations performed by the registered physical therapist. Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.
Truhealth
Duncan, OK
TruHealth is seeking an advanced practice provider, either a nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA) with experience in primary care or internal medicine, preferably with geriatrics focus. If you are an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN or NP) or physician assistant (PA) who enjoys working with the aging population, consider joining the TruHealth team.
Parkland
Plano, TX
2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card or obtain certification during initial orientation at Parkland from one of the following: American Heart Association .
Judge Group
Warminster, PA
As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will deliver essential speech and language services, including conducting evaluations, developing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), providing direct therapy, and offering expert consultation to teachers, parents, and appropriate staff. By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes.
Cameo Consulting Group
Arlington, VA
Managing correspondence for the office, including retrieving mail and answering phone calls to the main office number, by recognizing necessary actions and routing correspondence to the correct staff to best address it. Maintaining and organizing a non-record filing system and document-tracking database to help Office prioritize incoming requests of the office and successfully meet deadlines.
Cameo Consulting Group
Arlington, VA
Managing correspondence for the office, including retrieving mail and answering phone calls to the main office number, by recognizing necessary actions and routing correspondence to the correct staff to best address it. Maintaining and organizing a non-record filing system and document-tracking database to help Office prioritize incoming requests of the office and successfully meet deadlines.
Federal Government Jobs Overview
How would you like a job that allows you to make a difference in your fellow Americans' lives while you do what you love? Now, think of any job title, and chances are, you can find that exact position in the federal government. When you work for the government, you can fulfill your career goals while helping to improve the lives of Americans. Federal government jobs also give you valuable experience, opportunities for education and advancement, a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits. The federal government is the largest employer in the U.S. and provides more than 2 million jobs in 350 occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Most federal government jobs in the U.S. are in the executive branch of the government, which has departments that oversee all the government's services, from agriculture to the treasury to education. For example, if you are a statistician, you could work for the Bureau of Labor Statistics within the Department of Labor or the Census Bureau within the Department of Commerce. A physician could work for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention within the Department of Health and Human Services. A lawyer could work at the U.S. Copyright Office, which is within the Library of Congress, an agency of the legislative branch.
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Federal Government Worker Education and Skills
The federal government hires employees with all levels of education, from high school diplomas to advanced university degrees. The Office of Personnel Management sets a general schedule of job classifications based on education level. Some jobs require a certain level of education but not in any particular field of study. Other positions require education in a specific study area.
Overall, the federal government looks for employees who have the ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds, excel at teamwork, are adaptable, think strategically, maintain confidentiality when needed, and can help to solve problems and overcome obstacles.
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How Much Do Federal Government Jobs Pay?
The government classifies federal jobs under six categories: administrative, professional, technical, blue collar, clerical, and other white collar/unspecified. According to the BLS, pay for government jobs ranges from $9.18/hour for a fast food cook to more than $200,000 a year for a surgeon. You can compare the median salary for any federal government occupation using figures from the Office of Personnel Management to private sector salaries using Monster's Salary Tools. For example, a microbiologist makes a mean wage of $119,860 a year in the federal government and a median of $54,217 a year in the private sector.
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