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Melissa ISD

Certified History Teacher

Melissa, TX · On-site

Knowledge of world history in a variety of sub-topic areas, including geography, sociology, economics, political science, systems of government, anthropology, responsible citizenship, and humanities.

K&L Gates

Government Affairs Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

$18/hr

The global law firm of K&L Gates LLP is seeking Government Affairs Interns for our Fall 2026 ... A criminal history will not categorically exclude a candidate from employment, and the Firm will ...

SpaceX

Government Affairs Manager

Hawthorne, CA · Hybrid

$110K - $150K/yr

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS MANAGER The Government Affairs Manager will lead Government Affairs for SpaceX ... Demonstrated history of achieving definitive, measurable outcomes through political or community ...

NeighborImpact

Government Affairs Counsel

Redmond, OR · On-site

$50/hr

Demonstrated history of progressively responsible experience in government relations, legislative affairs, public policy advocacy, or a closely related field required. * Ability and willingness to ...

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How much do government history jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average weekly pay for government history in the United States is $366.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $336.54 and $394.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What do professionals in government history do?

Professionals in government history research, analyze, and interpret historical records related to governmental institutions, policies, and events. They often work in archives, museums, educational institutions, or government agencies, helping to preserve and communicate the historical context of government actions and decisions. Their work may involve preparing reports, advising policymakers, curating historical exhibits, or contributing to public education on civic and governmental history.

What is the difference between Government History vs Government Archivist?

AspectGovernment HistoryGovernment Archivist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in History, Political Science, or related fieldMaster's in Library Science, Archival Studies, or related field; often requires archival certifications
Work EnvironmentResearch institutions, government agencies, museumsGovernment agencies, archives, libraries
Employer & Industry UsageHistorical research, policy analysis, educationPreserving, organizing, and managing government records

While both roles involve working with historical information related to government, Government History focuses on research, analysis, and interpretation of historical events, whereas a Government Archivist specializes in preserving and managing official records and documents. The two careers often overlap but serve different primary functions within the realm of government history and recordkeeping.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in government history roles?

Professionals in government history roles often encounter challenges related to balancing the need for historical accuracy with confidentiality or political sensitivities. They may need to navigate bureaucratic processes to access or preserve archival materials, and sometimes work under tight deadlines when providing historical context for policy decisions or public communications. Additionally, collaborating with various departments and stakeholders is common, requiring strong communication skills and adaptability. These challenges make the role dynamic, but also highly rewarding for those passionate about public service and historical research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Government Historian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Government Historian, you need a strong background in history or political science, typically supported by an advanced degree and experience in archival research. Proficiency in digital archiving tools, historical databases, and research management systems is often required. Exceptional analytical thinking, attention to detail, and clear written communication are crucial soft skills for interpreting historical records and presenting findings. These skills are important because they ensure accurate preservation, analysis, and dissemination of historical information for policy, education, and public understanding.
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Infographic showing various Government History job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $19,075 per year, or $9.2 per hour.
Open-Source Media Analyst

Open-Source Media Analyst

Accenture Federal Services

Fort Liberty, NC

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

As an Open-Source Media Analyst, you will be responsible to develop a shared understanding of the information environment by providing timely, accurate, and contextual analysis of traditional media, social media, and key audiences, and communicate insights to decision-makers.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a shared understanding of the information environment by providing timely, accurate, and contextual analysis of traditional media, social media, and key audiences, and communicate insights to decision-makers.
  • Align media monitoring and analysis with internal and external command priorities and national messaging objectives.
  • Analyze open‑source information and apply intelligence processes to identify, compile, assess, and disseminate all‑source material.
  • Maintain situational awareness of the information environment to provide strategic counsel on priority topics at any time.
  • Deliver clear, confident briefings—both orally and in writing—to senior leaders. Identify, monitor, and analyze trends across social media, breaking news, media briefings, congressional hearings, and key speeches, and distribute products that convey these insights.
  • Develop creative approaches to ensure monitoring and analysis products reach and resonate with the right audiences.
  • Collaborate with command leaders and staff across subordinate and supporting organizations to identify communication risks and opportunities.
  • Conduct and oversee research to provide leaders with historical context and a broad understanding of the information environment.
  • Advise on the capabilities, limitations, and effectiveness of various media monitoring and analysis tools and products.
  • Train personnel in media monitoring methodologies, analytic techniques, and supporting technologies.
  • Thrive within an agile, adaptive, and challenging team environment, including during travel to austere locations.
  • Continuously monitor, integrate, and share relevant best practices and technologies emerging from industry and academia.

Basic Qualifications

  • 3 years of experience delivering strategic media or intelligence monitoring and analysis for senior government or industry leaders.
  • Experience ingesting, analyzing, and summarizing large volumes of metadata, public data, social media, and other intelligence sources.
  • Experience using communication tools to prepare and present multimedia products to diverse audiences

Nice to have

  • Must be able to flex and adapt working hours to meet the operational requirements of a dynamic command – mission-critical support is sometimes required during extended hours and on weekends and holidays
  • Ability to support command operations by working 12‑hour shifts during alerts for up to 90 days annually.
  • Experience utilizing AI to create agents with proper algorithm to monitor regional/global/traditional/social media
  • Understanding of the global security landscape, including emerging threats, asymmetric challenges, and special operations priorities.
  • Experience synthesizing high‑volume, high‑velocity information to deliver actionable, contextual reporting for decision-makers.
  • Experience using technology to automate monitoring tasks and develop production workflows for analysis dissemination.
  • Bachelor's degree in international relations, government, history, journalism, communications, marketing, business administration, or a related field—or equivalent work experience.

Clearance

  • An active TS/SCI is required

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