Records analyzed
1 sub-agencies
Cross-joined with state geography and occupational mix
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM
Open-data reference.
Federal workforce data for SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM. This agency represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce. Source: OPM FedScope, March 2025.
What the Numbers Say About SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM employs 162 federal civilian workers, which accounts for 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce of 2,289,472 reported in the OPM FedScope March 2025 release. Compared to the prior period, headcount moved sideways by 0.0%, a signal that hiring authorities and attrition at this agency are roughly in balance during the current reporting window.
On compensation, the average salary of $125,533 sits 14.3% above the federal civilian average of $109,869. Average length of service at SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM is 13 years, reflecting a workforce that has built institutional knowledge across 1 sub-agencies. For applicants comparing federal employers, this pay premium (or gap) combined with tenure patterns helps explain why some agencies retain staff through full careers while others cycle more rapidly through early-career hires.
Geographic reach is another signal of scale: SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM has employees in 3 states and territories, with the largest concentration in ILLINOIS (53 employees at $91,072 avg salary). Over the most recent 0 months of workforce-dynamics data, the agency recorded 0 accessions against 0 separations for a net change of +0 positions — useful context for job seekers evaluating whether SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM is expanding, contracting, or simply replacing departures. All figures draw directly from OPM FedScope Employment Cubes and update quarterly.
Workforce Overview
Employees
162
0.0% from prior period
Average Salary
$125,533
+2.1%
Avg Length of Service
13 yrs
Sub-agencies
1
Data vintage
March 2025
OPM FedScope quarterly snapshot
Source authority
OPM FedScope
U.S. Office of Personnel Management — official federal HR data
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM pay vs. federal civilian average
Agency average $125,533 relative to federal average $109,869
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM workforce by GS grade tier
Estimated distribution of 162 employees across the General Schedule pay grades. Tier weights are modeled from the agency's average salary of $125,533, average length of service of 13 years, and sub-agency salary brackets. Color encodes pay-band tier (entry / mid / senior / executive).
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM — estimated GS-grade workforce mix. Source: OPM FedScope March 2025; pay tiers modeled from agency averages.
Salary Analysis
How SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM pay compares to the federal average of $109,869
Agency Average
$125,533
Federal Average
$109,869
vs. Federal Avg
+14.3%
Salary Range by Sub-agency
Under $80K
0
$80K–$100K
0
$100K–$120K
0
$120K–$150K
162
Over $150K
0
Sub-agencies & Organizational Units
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM has 1 sub-agencies. The highest-paying unit averages $125,533.
| Sub-agency | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM | 162 | $125,533 | 13 yrs |
Geographic Presence
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM has employees in 3 states and territories. ILLINOIS has the most with 53 employees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work at SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM? ▾
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM employs 162 federal workers as of March 2025. This represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce of 2,289,472.
What is the average salary at SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM? ▾
The average salary at SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM is $125,533 per year, which is 14.3% above the federal average of $109,869.
What is the average length of service at SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM? ▾
The average length of service at SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM is 13 years. The federal average is 11.8 years.
How many sub-agencies does SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM have? ▾
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM has 1 sub-agencies or organizational units. The largest is SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM with 162 employees.
In how many states does SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM have employees? ▾
SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM has employees in 3 states and territories. The largest concentration is in ILLINOIS with 53 employees.
Is SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM hiring or downsizing? ▾
Workforce dynamics data is not currently available for SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM.
Where can I find salary data for occupations at SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM? ▾
While PlainGovJobs provides agency-level salary data, you can explore detailed salary data by occupation on WageDex at wagedex.com, which covers 831 occupations with Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Data Source: U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) FedScope Employment Cubes, March 2025. Federal civilian non-seasonal full-time and part-time employees. Data does not include military personnel, postal workers, or intelligence agency staff. Last updated: 2026-03-10.
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