Federal Job Search Articles
Federal resume and hiring news from the firm that wrote the book, since 1971.
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Does Your Resume Pass the Five-Minute Test?
Recently we received some feedback from a Human Resources person who was selecting resumes for a Senior Executive Service (SES) position. Her job was to make the second cut and find the…
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Introducing Jason Jernigan: Schedule A, Recent Graduate, and Ready for Hire!
Introduction by Kathryn Troutman I am a federal career coach for people with disabilities, and I have been working with Jason Jernigan for the past two years while he has been finishing…
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How Wounded Warriors Can Overcome Barriers to Federal Jobs
There are advantages for Wounded Warriors in seeking federal employment. They can use veteran’s preference in hiring, and the years they accumulated in the military as well as many benefits carry over.…
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College Counselors’ Top Tips for Students Applying for Federal Jobs
Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) April 24, 2014 (see article on PRWeb) Many students and new grads are interested in federal employment. About one-fourth of US college students list government as one of their…
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How to Start a Federal Resume Writing Project: Military and Veterans
Question: “I’m currently active duty military, and I’m looking to transition into a second career with the federal government. I was wondering how your service works. Do I give you my performance…
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Finding Your Perfect Match
Some people approach a federal job search like they would approach buying a home. “Here is my wish list: gourmet kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, in a good neighborhood with great schools,…
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LinkedIn®: More Tips for Building Your Profile
In our February 4, 2014 blog (http://localhost/2014/02/are-you-linkedin-or-lockedout/), we reviewed strategies to construct an effective LinkedIn® Profile, including how to optimize your Professional Headline, Professional Summary, and Skills/Expertise. This month, we offer additional…
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Federal Employees Eligible for Retirement Will Rise Sharply by 2017, Creating Thousands of Professional Opportunities
[Posted on PR Web, February 14, 2014] In just three years, nearly 600,000 federal workers will be eligible for retirement. This means that many well-paying jobs will come open in numerous specialties…
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Are You LinkedIn® or LockedOut?
If you haven’t yet created a LinkedIn® Profile, you’re missing out on a valuable digital tool in your job search process. Social media sites such as LinkedIn® provide great networking opportunity to…
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Supervisors: Does Your Resume Feature Your Strengths?
I recently attended a Veterans’ Career Fair and took the opportunity to meet with five veterans, all former supervisors. I learned that they were seeking positions in areas like operations, administration, and…