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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for gs 15 in the United States is $71,107.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A GS-15 job is a high-level federal government position in the General Schedule (GS) pay system, typically held by senior managers, technical experts, or supervisors. These roles often require advanced degrees, extensive experience, and leadership responsibilities. GS-15 positions are commonly found in agencies such as the Department of Defense, NASA, and the Department of Justice. Salaries for GS-15 employees vary based on location but generally represent the highest pay grade before the Senior Executive Service (SES).

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges of a GS-15 employee?

GS-15 employees are typically responsible for leading major organizational units or programs, providing expert guidance, and making decisions that have significant agency-wide impact. Common challenges include navigating complex regulatory environments, managing large teams, overseeing substantial budgets, and balancing competing priorities. The role often involves coordinating with stakeholders across different departments or government agencies, requiring excellent communication and negotiation skills. GS-15 positions offer the opportunity to shape policy, drive innovation, and influence the direction of federal initiatives, making them crucial senior leadership roles in the public sector.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Gs 15 position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a GS-15, you need extensive subject matter expertise, leadership experience, advanced analytical skills, and strong project management abilities, typically supported by a relevant academic degree and substantial government service. Familiarity with federal regulations, budget management systems, and agency-specific software is often required. Exceptional soft skills include strategic thinking, diplomacy, and the ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. These skills are important for effectively overseeing complex programs, influencing policy, and driving organizational results at a senior federal level.

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Supervisory Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-15 (FPL GS-15) (DH) (Open-Continuous)

Supervisory Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-15 (FPL GS-15) (DH) (Open-Continuous)

US Department of Education

New York, NY

$150K/yr

Other

Posted 13 days ago

U.S. Department Of Education rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 98 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

513th of 691 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

These positions are located in the Department of Education, Federal Student Aid (FSA). To deliver the best possible experience for students and their families, we are hiring multiple roles for our supervisory management and program analyst teams.

Qualifications:

This is an open continuous announcement with cutoff dates. Applications will be referred based on receipt of application and established cutoff dates as follows:

1st cutoff date: 07/10/2026

Last cutoff date: 07/24/2026

Minimum Qualification Requirements
You may meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-15, if you possess the specialized experience.
Specialized Experience for the GS-15
One year of experience in either federal or non-federal service that is equivalent to at least a GS-14 performing two (2) out of three (3) of the following duties or work assignments:
1.  Experience integrating organizational elements to identify inefficiencies, develop and implement process improvements, and deliver strategic insights through data visualization that drive measurable outcomes and guide senior leadership decisions.
2.  Experience planning and directing staff activities, assigning work based on organizational priorities, evaluating performance, providing feedback, and recruiting, developing, and resolving employee concerns.
3.  Experience interpreting and applying Title IV regulations, federal student aid policies, and program procedures in higher education, loan servicing, financial services, or similar regulated environments.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) 
The quality of your experience will be measured by the extent to which you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). You do not need to provide separate narrative responses to these KSAs, as they will be measured by your responses to the occupational questionnaire (you may preview the occupational questionnaire by clicking the link at the end of the Evaluations section of this vacancy announcement).
1.    Skills in planning, developing and carrying out complex projects and studies meeting goals.
2.    Ability to provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on highly complex, sensitive or controversial proposals and issues.
3.    Knowledge of policy analysis and development principles to assess program policies identity needed improvements and provide authoritative recommendations.
4.    Skills in developing, managing and overseeing long-and-short range organizational plans, including workforce planning, contractor oversight, staff realignments, employee relations issues, hiring constraints and organizational restructuring activities. 

Education:

Education cannot be substituted for experience for this position and grade level.

Employment Type: OTHER

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