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USAJOBS Search API

Jobs & Careers Free key (no card)

AuthenticationFree key (no card)
Rate limitNo fixed public quota; up to 500 results per page.

Documentation: developer.usajobs.gov ยท Checked Sep 13, 2026

About

USAJOBS is the official job board for the U.S. federal government, and its search API lets you query every open posting with filters for keyword, location, department, pay grade, remote status, and hiring path. Each result includes the job summary, salary range, closing date, and the direct application link. A free key is required and sent in a request header.

Details

Free to start. You may need a free key, but no credit card.

Auth: Free key (no card)

Rate limit: No fixed public quota; up to 500 results per page.

Verified: 2026-09-13

Best for: personal developer business

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Setup

  1. Request a free API key on the USAJOBS developer site.
  2. Add three headers to every request: Host, User-Agent (your email), and Authorization-Key (your key).
  3. Start with the tutorial's example search in the docs to see the JSON format.
  4. Add filters like LocationName, PayGradeLow, or RemoteIndicator to narrow results.
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