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International Cooperation Personnel - Federal Salaries of 2021
Pay Rates for "International Cooperation Personnel"
How much does an International Cooperation Personnel in the federal government get paid? $130,460.80* *Based on the 2021 average.International Cooperation Personnel was the 408th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2021, with 59 employed. The most common payscale was the general schedule payscale.
In 2021, the U.S. Agency for International Development hired the most employees titled International Cooperation, with an average salary of $129,468.
Government International Cooperation jobs are classified under the General Schedule (GS) payscale. The minimum paygrade for a International Cooperation job is GS-4, and the highest paygrade that can be attained within this job series is GS-15. Remember that the starting and maximum yearly pay listed above reflect base pay only - your actual salary will be higher based on the Locality Pay Adjustment for the area in which you work.
This occupation includes all classes of positions the duties of which are to advise on, administer, supervise, or perform research and operational work in the planning, development, and implementation of foreign economic assistance programs undertaken by the United States. These duties require a knowledge of economic, social, cultural, and political conditions in the country of assignment and of United States foreign policy.
Agencies that have hired an International Cooperation Personnel
| Agency | Employees Hired | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Agency for International Development | 55 | $129,468.16 |
| Science and Technology Directorate | 4 | $144,109.50 |
International Cooperation Personnel Pay Distribution
The average pay for an International Cooperation Personnel is $130,460.80. The highest paid International Cooperation Personnel made $174,468 in 2021.
Common International Cooperation Personnel Payscales
| Payscale | Number of International Cooperation Employees |
|---|---|
| GS - General Schedule | 59 |
| Starting Paygrade: | $28,921.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-4, Step 1 |
| Maximum Paygrade: | $152,771.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-15, Step 10 |
| Category: | Administrative and Management |
| Occupation Family: | 0100 SOCIAL SCIENCE, PSYCHOLOGY, AND WELFARE GROUP |
Other Jobs at the GS-4 Paygrade
GS-4 is the starting paygrade for International Cooperation jobs. Here are some other Federal Government jobs that can be held by employees at the GS-4 paygrade.
| Occupation | Occupation Category | Starting Paygrade | Maximum Paygrade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegal Specialist | Administrative and Management | GS-4 | GS-15 |
| Agricultural Market Reporting | Administrative and Management | GS-4 | GS-15 |
| Budget Analysis | Administrative and Management | GS-4 | GS-15 |
| Correspondence Clerk | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Animal Health Technician | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
Average International Cooperation Pay Trend from 2004 to 2021
In 2004, the average pay for an International Cooperation Personnel was $70,903. Since then, the average pay has increased to $130,461 in 2021.
Data Sources
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The series code of this occupation is 0136.