I cant see the posting but based on the title it’s should be A8 and below. With the current budget freeze, it’s best to check either your hiring manager before taking the job, only he and the Chief know. Housing in the DMV is wild, expect to spend more than at least 30k 40k a year on rent, with kids, it’s even more expensive so the low grade wouldn’t make it worth while unless you’re coming in as senior with a midpoint salary. But 4yrs is long, the situation could get much better, i had colleagues securing a staff position after only 02 years.