The Special Assistant works in the Bureau of Counterterrorism (CT), Front Office (FO). The Coordinator for CT is the principal counterterrorism official within senior management of the Department and reports directly to the Secretary of State. The incumbent reports to the CT leadership (Principal Deputy Coordinator and the Coordinator) and acts as the "Chief of Staff" for the Coordinator and the bureau's Front Office activities and operations.
For more details about the bureau, please visit CT.
Key Responsibilities
Manages Counterterrorism (CT) Front Office operations, liaises with principals, and improves task management to enhance and maintain the quality and timeliness of CT output products.
Requirements & Education
Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.
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 Top Secret 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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