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How much do gs 14 jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for gs 14 in Indiana is $21.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.07 and $30.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a GS-14?

A GS-14 position refers to a pay grade within the General Schedule (GS) used by the U.S. federal government to classify jobs. GS-14 roles are considered senior management, technical, or supervisory positions and typically require advanced experience and expertise. Employees at this level often lead teams, manage significant projects or programs, and provide expert advice within their agency. The pay range for GS-14 varies depending on location, but it is among the higher GS pay grades.

What are some typical challenges a GS-14 employee might face when transitioning from technical roles to managerial responsibilities?

GS-14 positions often require managing teams, overseeing complex projects, and balancing both technical and administrative duties. One common challenge is shifting from being a subject matter expert to focusing more on leadership, delegation, and strategic planning. Navigating federal regulations, managing diverse teams, and adapting to a more policy-driven environment can also be demanding. Successful GS-14s often leverage strong communication skills and seek mentorship to ease the transition.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a GS-14 federal employee, and why are they important?

To thrive as a GS-14 federal employee, you generally need advanced expertise in your field, a relevant bachelor's or master's degree, and substantial professional experience in public administration or a specialized area. Familiarity with government systems such as USA Staffing, federal project management tools, and knowledge of regulations like the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) are often required. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication set top performers apart in this senior role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for managing complex projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance and efficiency within federal agencies.

What is the difference between Gs 14 vs Gs 13?

CriteriaGs 14Gs 13
Required credentialsBachelor's degree, specialized experienceBachelor's degree, relevant experience
Work environmentOffice, administrative, technicalOffice, administrative, technical
Employer usageFederal agencies, government officesFederal agencies, government offices

Gs 14 positions typically require more experience and responsibility than Gs 13 roles, often involving specialized expertise or leadership tasks. Both levels are common in federal agencies and share similar work environments, but Gs 14 roles generally involve higher complexity and decision-making authority.

How long does it take to become a GS 14?

Reaching a GS-14 position typically requires around 10 to 20 years of federal service, depending on the individual's career progression, performance, and qualifications. Advancement involves gaining experience, demonstrating leadership, and often completing specialized training or certifications relevant to the role.

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Infographic showing various Gs 14 job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 25% In-person, and 75% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,062 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTANT

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$125K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 538 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 49 rated military and defense

Job description

Who May Apply:
  • This announcement is open to current, permanent DFAS employees in the competitive service and current DFAS VRA employees and eligible DoD PPP Military Spouse preference applicants.

This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants. For more information, visit USA Hire Assessment.Qualifications:Human Resources will determine your qualifications for each entry grade level based on your interest and the additional following criteria. Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe this in your resume. Combinations of education and experience may also be sufficient.
Basic Requirements:
This position has a positive education requirement. To qualify for this position you must meet one of the basic requirements described below:
  • (1) Completion of all requirements for a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. OR
  • (2) Candidates may also qualify through a combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge AND 24 semester hours in accounting/auditing courses, which may include up to 6 hours of business law, OR a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor.
You may need to send proof of education or of certification to be considered for this position. Click here for more information on who must submit documentation at the time of application and what documentation is acceptable: Transcripts and Certifications.
GS-14 Level:
  • In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-13 for GS-14) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
GS-14 Specialized Experience Is Defined As:
  • Providing expert-level professional accounting, finance and reporting services, management advice, and assistance to supported customers in the application of accounting theories, concepts, principles and standards to independently negotiate solutions to the most complex issues related to operational accounting and finance work.
Examples of Qualifying Specialized Experience:
  • Expert knowledge of accounting principles, standards, theories, practices, concepts, and techniques sufficient enough to provide advisory and consulting services to senior leadership, operational managers, and supported customers on accounting and financial matters
  • Ability to independently resolve controversial financial management issues complex in nature.
  • Provide authoritative interpretations of national and organizational policies and provide recommendations on overall structure and processing requirements of accounting systems; and, ability to design, develop, integrate, and implement new functional and financial systems.
  • Experience preparing, validating, auditing and analyzing financial statements, records and reports.

You may qualify for consideration if meeting specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.Education:GS-14 Substitution of Education for Experience:
  • Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level.

This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 3 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment. If you are selected, you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position unless you are already in a position that requires a Level 3 Certification in which case you must complete the certification within the original 2-year period. Failure to become certified within the required time-frame may be grounds for removal from the position and/or from Federal service. Information about the DoD FM Certification Program is available at http://www.dfas.mil/dam/dfas/careers/pdf/DoDFMCertificationProgram.pdf.
**This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, HOW TO APPLY and NEXT STEPS sections below for instructions.Employment Type: OTHER

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