Foreign Affairs Officer

Department of State Headquarters · Department of State

📍 Washington, District of Columbia 💰 $143913 – $187093/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Department of State Headquarters
Department: Department of State
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Salary: $143913 – $187093/yr
Hiring Path: Fed Internal Search
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information
Date Posted: 2026-10-06
Application Deadline: 2026-10-20

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Job Summary

The position is located in the Office of Central American and Panamanian Affairs (CEN), Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA), Department of State (DOS). The Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) advances U.S. interests throughout the Western Hemisphere by promoting regional security , democratic governance, economic prosperity, and cooperation on shared transnational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Serves as Senior Nicaragua Desk Officer and provides analysis and recommendations concerning political, economic, security, migration, governance, and social developments affecting U.S. interests and foreign policy objectives in Central America.

Requirements & Education

See the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement for education requirements. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

For a list of accredited organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials, visit: www.naces.org/members.php.

Contact

EllisAJ1@state.gov · 771-204-5105

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Department of State Headquarters, Department of State.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-20.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.

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