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.

Contracting Officer

Company: Non-Federal Civilian Customers - Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia is looking for the best talent to join their organization.

International Program Specialist (DE)

Company: Department of Commerce - Office of the Secretary

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This vacancy is for an International Program Specialist in the Office of the Secretary Office of the General Counsel Commercial Law Development Program CLDP within the Department of Commerce.

FOREIGN AGRICULTURAL AFFAIRS OFFICER (TRAINEE)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Foreign Agricultural Service

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Foreign Agricultural Service FAS is a small but dynamic foreign affairs agency with approximately 90 offices around the world. Overseas Foreign Service Officers FSOs are responsible for supporting FAS efforts in agricultural trade promotion, market intelligence, trade policy, trade capacity building, and food security.

Criminal Investigator - Counter Assault Team

Company: Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Secret Service

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Secret Service is offering a Special Agent position with a starting salary of $63,381 and promotion potential to $153,354. The position comes with additional compensation through Law Enforcement Availability Pay.

Social Worker - Program Coordinator (Caregiver Support Program)

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Walla Walla, Washington Walla Walla, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, which reimburses student loan payments up to $200,000 over one to five years.

Economist (RAMP)

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

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Research Assistant Mentorship Program (RAMP) is a two-year developmental program that provides training in research, policy evaluation, and data management. It is suitable for candidates pursuing a PhD, masters degree, or an applied statistics career in economics, finance, data science, or public policy.

Auditor

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Federal Election Commission

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in the Audit Division of the Federal Election Commission, reporting to the Assistant Staff Director.

Attorney-Advisor (General)

Company: Department of Homeland Security - DHS Headquarters

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security's Office of the General Counsel, supporting the authorized activities of the Office of Intelligence and Analysis.

Criminal Investigator - Special Agent (HAMMER)

Company: Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Secret Service

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Secret Service is offering a Special Agent position with a starting salary of $63,381 and promotion potential to $167,336. The position comes with additional compensation through Law Enforcement Availability Pay.

Architect

Company: Department of Justice - Offices, Boards and Divisions

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is for a Senior Architect in the Disability Rights Section, providing technical expertise and consultation on accessible and barrier-free buildings.

Judicial Law Clerk to Senior Judges (Permanent)

Company: Judicial Branch - U.S. Courts

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims reviews Board decisions appealed by claimants who believe the Board erred in its decision. The Courts review is based on the record before the agency and arguments of the parties.

Budget Officer

Company: Non-Federal Civilian Customers - Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia is looking for the best talent to join their organization.

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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