Federal Job Search Articles
Federal resume and hiring news from the firm that wrote the book, since 1971.
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The 3-Page IRS CDP Resume
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2941″ img_size=”full” image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” lightbox=”no” link_target=”_self” width=”3/4″ el_position=”first last”][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] The Candidate Development Program Overview Applying for Candidate Development Programs (CDP) may require different resume types and…
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5 Secrets to the New USAJOBS Applicant Pages
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] 5 Secrets to the New USAJOBS Applicant Pages USAJOBS just got updated as of 8/20! You will see new colors (green, gray and black), new bold…
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Many Federal Agencies Offer Jobs Fighting Terrorism
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2930″ img_size=”full” image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” lightbox=”no” link_target=”_self” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] Especially in these times, legions of American civilians feel called to join the battle against terrorism, international…
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Want to be an ALJ? Great News for 10-Point Veterans!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2928″ img_size=”full” image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” lightbox=”no” link_target=”_self” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] The 2016 Administrative Law Judge Announcement (https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/433604700) may have closed, but 10-point Veterans may still apply. Pursuant…
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DoD Program Gives Jobs Priority to Relocated Military Spouses
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”3904″ img_size=”full” image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” lightbox=”yes” image_link=”http://www.fedjobtraining.com/books/jobseekers-guide” link_target=”_blank” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] Being married to someone serving active duty presents many challenges, from making a home on a…
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3 Keys To Getting a Higher Level Position
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2918″ img_size=”full” image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” lightbox=”no” link_target=”_self” width=”3/4″ el_position=”first last”][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] Identifying Keywords in “Specialized Experience” It’s essential to tailor your application to each SPECIFIC ANNOUNCEMENT. Although…
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Blog, Emergency Job Search Tip, Federal Job Info, Federal Job Search, Federal Resume Writing, Senior Executive Service (SES), USAJOBS7 HOT TIPS FOR GETTING PROMOTED IN THE GOVERNMENT
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2911″ img_size=”full” image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” lightbox=”no” link_target=”_self” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] FACT: The average federal grade level is GS-12. The Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) FY 2013 profile…
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How to Prepare a Federal Resume For a GS-14 Position
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] Several years ago, we helped Jim Morris succeed in being hired as a GS-12/13 Program Analyst (0343 series) in the Federal Government. Jim has now been in that same GS-13…
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Blog, Creating First Resume, Federal Job Info, Federal Job Search, Federal Resume Writing, Students, Uncategorized, USAJOBSCongratulations! You’ve Gotten Your Degree – Have You Considered A Federal Job?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2897″ img_size=”full” image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” lightbox=”no” link_target=”_self” width=”3/4″ el_position=”first last”][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] The government is hiring New Grads and Interns! Many college students list the US government as one…
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Choose Your Career Before You Pick a College Major
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2892″ img_size=”full” image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” lightbox=”no” link_target=”_self” width=”3/4″ el_position=”first last”][vc_column_text pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] 3 Catastrophic Errors and 3 Ways to Avoid Them It certainly is ironic: Service men and women…