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Interdisciplinary

Galveston, TX · On-site

$69K - $87K/yr

Interdisciplinary Program Manager Gs-13 This is a Interdisciplinary Program Manager GS-13 position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, Regional Planning & Environmental Center ...

Interdisciplinary

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$71K - $89K/yr

Interdisciplinary Program Manager Gs-13 This is a Interdisciplinary Program Manager GS-13 position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, Regional Planning & Environmental Center ...

Interdisciplinary

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$70K - $89K/yr

Interdisciplinary Program Manager Gs-13 This is a Interdisciplinary Program Manager GS-13 position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, Regional Planning & Environmental Center ...

Interdisciplinary

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$64K - $81K/yr

Interdisciplinary Program Manager Gs-13 This is a Interdisciplinary Program Manager GS-13 position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, Regional Planning & Environmental Center ...

ADMINISTRATIVE/TECHNICAL SPECIALIST

$47K - $64K/yr

The NT-05 pay band is equivalent to the GS-13/14. The salary range shown above represents all of the positions within the band, including high grade positions. This is not a high grade position ...

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How much do government gs 13 jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for government gs 13 in the United States is $52.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a GS-13 government employee?

A GS-13 is a pay grade in the General Schedule (GS) used by the U.S. federal government for white-collar positions. Employees at the GS-13 level are typically mid-to-senior level professionals, such as specialists, managers, or supervisors, who require significant experience and expertise. GS-13 positions often involve complex assignments, leadership responsibilities, and sometimes the supervision of lower-grade employees. The salary for GS-13 employees varies based on location and step within the grade, but generally ranges from the upper $80,000s to over $113,000 annually. Advancement to GS-13 usually requires a combination of education, experience, and demonstrated performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a GS-13 government employee?

To thrive as a Government GS-13 employee, you typically need a relevant bachelor's or master's degree, substantial experience in your field, and a strong understanding of federal regulations and policies. Proficiency with government-specific software systems, data analysis tools, and project management platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite and sometimes specialized databases is important. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you manage projects, supervise teams, and collaborate across departments. These skills and qualifications are vital for effectively executing complex tasks, influencing policy, and ensuring mission success in a senior-level federal role.

What are some typical challenges faced by employees in a GS-13 government position, and how can they be addressed?

GS-13 employees often manage significant projects and may supervise teams, which can present challenges such as balancing complex workloads, navigating bureaucratic processes, and adapting to changing policies. Success in this role typically requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to collaborate across departments. Building a network within the agency and staying proactive about professional development can help address these challenges and support career advancement.

What is the difference between Government Gs 13 vs Government Gs 12?

AspectGovernment Gs 13Government Gs 12
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, specialized experienceBachelor's degree, entry-level experience
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, project managementOffice, administrative support
Employer & Industry UsageFederal agencies, various departmentsFederal agencies, similar roles

Government Gs 13 positions typically require more specialized experience and responsibilities than Gs 12 roles. Gs 13 jobs often involve project management, policy development, or supervisory duties, whereas Gs 12 roles are more focused on support and entry-level tasks. Both levels are common in federal agencies, but Gs 13 positions generally offer higher pay and greater responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Government Gs 13 job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,058 per year, or $52.9 per hour.

Criminal Investigator (Direct Hire) - TERM

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$90K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

This announcement will be used to fill vacancies through OPM-Authorized Government-Wide Direct Hire Authority. Category rating, veteran's preference, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants DO NOT APPLY to this vacancy. For more information on OPM's Authorization of Direct Hire Authority, please click here.
Reemployed Annuitants are encouraged to apply.Qualifications:In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government
GS-13: One year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service that is directly in, or related to, the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: plans and conducts multi-jurisdictional and multi-defendant complex white-collar and government program/financial fraud criminal investigations to determine violations of Federal laws and regulations; obtains and evaluates evidence and recommends actions; reconstructs and examines records; conducts interviews and interrogations; develops facts; makes arrests; conducts searches and seizures; assists attorneys during case preparation; and, prepares comprehensive oral and written briefings.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
MEDICAL REQUIREMENT:
The duties of positions in this series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying.
This position is covered under the special retirement provision for Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighter. Therefore, the maximum age for initial appointment to the 1811 series is the date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday. The age restriction does not apply if you served in a Federal civilian (not military) law enforcement officer (FLEO) position covered by special CSRS or FERS retirement provisions, including early retirement. If you have reached the mandatory retirement age of 57, you are not eligible to apply to this vacancy.
Firearms: This position requires the incumbent to carry a firearm while performing duties and maintain firearm proficiency and successfully pass periodic firearm qualifications. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition in accordance with 18 USC 922 (Lautenberg Amendment). Applicants for the Criminal Investigator position who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible for employment.
Lautenberg Amendment: This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm. Any person convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, USC Section 992(g)). A felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is generally defined under the statute as any offense involving the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by the victim's current or former domestic partner, parent, or guardian. The term convicted, as defined in the statute, excludes any person whose conviction has been expunged, set aside, or pardoned, or any person whose civil rights have been restored, so long as such restoration does not restrict the shipping, transport, possession or receipt of firearms or ammunition. Candidates convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the referenced statutes are not eligible for the position.
All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 09/08/2026.Education:For this position you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.Employment Type: OTHER