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.

Orthotist-Prosthetist

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Walla Walla, Washington Walla Walla, Washington

Posted Sep 16, 2024

This position is part of the VISN 20 Prosthetics and Sensory Aids Service, primarily in the Orthotic and Prosthetic Clinical Service. The Prosthetics and Sensory Aides Service Line is unique in that it is a fully integrated system at the VISN level.

Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) (Reemployed Annuitant and ICTAP Applicants Only)

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

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

Posted Sep 16, 2024

The Secret Service is seeking retired professionals to support their mission and share their knowledge and experience with the current workforce. The agency's Criminal Investigators perform critical protective and investigative assignments with a tradition of honor, integrity, and excellence.

ELECTRICIAN/ WORKER TRAINEE

Company: Department of the Navy - Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command

Location: Bremerton, Washington Bremerton, Washington

Posted Sep 16, 2024

This flyer notifies interested applicants of anticipated vacancies and provides instructions on how to apply. It also notes that notice of result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to the flyer.

Systems Engineer

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

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

Posted Sep 16, 2024

This job announcement is for a non-bargaining unit position in the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Office of Investment and Program Accountability, in Washington, District of Columbia. The position requires U.S. citizenship, a background investigation, and a drug screen. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, or a combination of education and experience. The position requires one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent, including formulating and executing solutions to complex problems, preparing reports, serving as a principal contributor on team-based projects, and performing research and tests. The position is at the full performance level and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Judicial Law Clerk to Senior Judges (Permanent/Part-Time)

Company: Judicial Branch - U.S. Courts

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

Posted Sep 16, 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.

Counsel

Company: Judicial Branch - Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts

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

Posted Sep 16, 2024

The Counsel position provides legal advice and services to the Director and Administrative Office of the United States Courts AO staff, the Judicial Conference of the United States, and its committees, judges, and other senior court officials.

SURVEY TECHNICIAN (HYDROGRAPHIC)

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

Location: Aberdeen, Washington Aberdeen, Washington

Posted Sep 16, 2024

This is a job announcement for a Survey Technician position in the competitive service. The job involves working with various survey systems and equipment.

General Attorney

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection

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

Posted Sep 16, 2024

This position is with the Department of Homeland Security within US Customs and Border Protection Office of Associate Chief Counsel Enforcement and Operations located in Washington DC.

HELPER TRAINEE (VARIOUS TRADES)

Company: Department of the Navy - U.S. Pacific Fleet

Location: Bremerton, Washington Bremerton, Washington

Posted Sep 16, 2024

This flyer notifies interested applicants of anticipated vacancies and provides instructions on how to apply. It also notes that notice of result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to the flyer.

Policy Analyst

Company: Department of the Treasury - Treasury, Departmental Offices

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

Posted Sep 16, 2024

The position serves as a Policy Analyst in the Office of Investment Security within the Office of International Affairs, reviewing transactions involving foreign investment in the United States to determine their effect on national security.

PHYSICAL SCIENCE TECHNICIAN

Company: Department of the Navy - U.S. Pacific Fleet

Location: Bremerton, Washington Bremerton, Washington

Posted Sep 16, 2024

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the How to Apply section of this flyer to be considered.

Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) (Reemployed Annuitant and ICTAP Applicants Only

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

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

Posted Sep 16, 2024

The Secret Service is seeking retired employees to support their mission and share their knowledge and experience with the current workforce. The agency's mission is to perform critical protective and investigative assignments with a tradition of honor, integrity, and excellence.

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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