Pay (the $0 - 60K progression)
Starting at the entry level, it is common for a contracting professional to earn approximately $60K/yr by their third year of service. Check out the salaries from year one to three based on different locality pay schedules across the United States:| Work Location | Year 1 (GS-7) | Year 2 (GS-9) | Year 3 (GS-11) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $38,162 | $46,680 | $56,478 |
| Chicago | $40,069 | $49,012 | $59,299 |
| Dallas | $38,631 | $47,253 | $57,171 |
| New York City | $41,110 | $50,285 | $60,840 |
| San Francisco | $43,117 | $52,740 | $63,811 |
| Washington, DC | $39,330 | $48,108 | $58,206 |
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Additionally, if advancement and leadership opportunities are important to you, now is one of the best times to enter the Federal workforce. The Federal Government is experiencing a retirement wave that will continue over the next few years and will result in Federal agencies needing to fill their top positions with new talent. With 50% of the senior managers retiring within the next 7-10 years, you can advance higher, faster, and make a difference.
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