Competitive Compensation Jobs in Washington DC

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Washington DC’s tech scene rewards Competitive Compensation, attracting 279 roles that showcase transparent salary data for engineers, product managers, and data scientists.

Top employers—such as federal agencies, think tanks, and high‑growth startups—offer Competitive Compensation packages that align with the city’s cost of living, making DC a prime market for salary‑conscious talent.

Social Worker (Clinical/SRU)

Company: Department of the Army - U.S. Army Medical Command

Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a position in the Warrior Transition Battalion at Joint Base Lewis McChord. The job may offer a recruitment or relocation incentive and salary negotiation for new Federal service employees.

Financial Manager

Company: Department of the Treasury - Treasury, Departmental Offices

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is a Financial Manager at Departmental Offices, supporting Treasury responsibilities for District of Columbia retirement programs.

Dental Assistant

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Spokane, Washington Spokane, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The dental assistant position at the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, Washington involves assisting the dentist in patient care and performing clinical and clerical functions independently.

Engineering Technician

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Smithsonian Institution

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Smithsonian Institution is a large museum complex with 21 museums and the National Zoo. The Office of Facilities Management and Reliability provides building services through maintenance and operational zones.

Health Technician - Prosthetic/Orthotic Technician

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Seattle, Washington Seattle, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The positions are located within the Orthotics and Prosthetics Central Fabrication Laboratory at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System in Seattle, WA. Learn more about this agency.

Supervisory Information Technology Specialist

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Federal Emergency Management Agency

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in FEMAs Office of the Chief Technology Officer and is responsible for providing expert-level technical and operational guidance to the agency.

Lead Security Guard

Company: Department of the Army - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Location: Pasco, Washington Pasco, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The text describes a Direct Hire Authority solicitation for competitive service positions at the Ice Harbor Project, a multipurpose hydropower project with various missions.

Operations Specialist (Watch Officer) (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Company: Department of Transportation - Office of the Secretary of Transportation

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in the Office of the Intelligence Security and Emergency Response S60 Operations Division Office of the Secretary Department of Transportation DOT. You will serve as a Watch Officer WO in the Transportation Operations Center TOC and will be responsible for monitoring the National Transportation System reporting on events and incidents and threats to the systems integrity.

Actuary - DH

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation's Office of Negotiations and Restructuring.

Writer Editor

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Smithsonian Institution

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Smithsonian Institution is a large museum complex with 21 museums and a scholarly press that publishes research publications.

Supervisory Financial Technology and Innovation Specialist

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Federal Housing Finance Agency

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The vacancy announcement is for a Supervisory Financial Technology and Innovation Specialist position at the EL15 grade level. The incumbent will work in the Office of Financial Technology and perform work in support of major initiatives.

Attorney Advisor (Regulatory & Legislative Affairs)

Company: Department of Transportation - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The AttorneyAdvisor provides legal counsel to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's regulatory development teams.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I identify Competitive Compensation roles in Washington DC on Job Transparency?
Start by filtering Job Transparency’s search for Washington DC and selecting the Competitive Compensation tag; then review the listed salary ranges and verify that the roles match your experience level. Next, compare these ranges against local median salaries from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to ensure competitiveness in Washington DC.
What industries in Washington DC offer the highest Competitive Compensation for tech talent?
Federal agencies, defense contractors, and cybersecurity firms in Washington DC consistently offer Competitive Compensation that exceeds the national average, especially for senior software engineers and data scientists.
How can I negotiate Competitive Compensation in Washington DC after receiving an offer?
Use the transparent salary data from Job Transparency to benchmark your offer against similar Washington DC roles, then present a data‑driven counter‑proposal that highlights your unique contributions and the market rate for Competitive Compensation in Washington DC.

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