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Tips for Writing a Federal Resume

Creating a federal resume that brings your qualifications to life and shows that you are a perfect fit for the job can be a challenge. Be sure to demonstrate how your skills, experience, training and education match the employer’s needs. Avoid misspelled words and bad grammar. Following are a few ways to make this easier.

Consider what positions you are interested in and review what qualifications or experience they require by reviewing different types of jobs and job opportunity announcements on USAJOBS . Gather information and begin to build out a description of your knowledge, skills and experience to add to your resume. How you present your skills and experience in your resume will help determine whether or not you are invited to interview for a job.

Attend job assistance training prior to departing the service. Contact your Transition Assistance Center as soon as possible and sign up for a Transition Assistance Program Workshop. If you are not near a Military Transition Center, you may use the services at Transition Assistance Offices operated by the other military services. Use your transition counselors. They have the tools and knowledge you need. If available, get their help in creating your first resume or filling out a draft application. Ask them to critique your work and then make the changes they suggest.

One size never fits all. As you apply for jobs, tailor your resume to the position’s requirements. Study the job opportunity announcement and emphasize the parts of your work history that match the qualification requirements listed there. It is important to portray your knowledge and skills as a match to the requirements of the position and demonstrate the ability to do the job. This is easy to do when you include your results, achievements and accomplishments. Minimize the use of technical jargon or specialized terminology (e.g., military abbreviations) in your resume.

Resumes are generally presented in one of three formats: chronological, functional or a combination of both. Which format you choose will depend, in part, on the type of work you have performed and whether or not you are going to continue in the same field.

• Chronological resumes list work experience according to date, with the current job appearing first. Chronological resumes work well if your career has been progressive and you plan to continue in the same line of work.
• Functional resumes are organized by the skills you have used on the job. Functional resumes work well if you are contemplating a new career, do not have a lengthy work history, or have held a number of different positions because they sell your abilities based on the skills you have acquired throughout your career. Be sure to include relevant volunteer experience.
• Combination resumes both describe your work experience and highlight your skills. Combination resumes usually provide the most comprehensive overview of your career.

Unlike resumes used in the private sector, federal resumes require additional information. For each past job, give the standard information found in most resumes. Your federal resume should include the following:

• Job announcement number, job title , and job grade of the job for which you are applying
• Your full name, mailing address , day and evening phone numbers and home e-mail .
• Country of citizenship , if different from U.S.
• Veterans – Ensure that you attach or upload supporting documentation (e.g., DD214 or Statement of Service if still on Active Duty; SF-15, Application for 10-point preference; and Disability Rating Letter of 30% or more from the VA, if applicable).
• Peace Corps / AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteers – If you are a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, you will need to provide your Description of Service (DOS) to claim non-competitive eligibility for federal jobs. AmeriCorps VISTA volunteers
• Persons with Disabilities (Schedule A) – To verify eligibility for employment under the Schedule A hiring authority, you must provide proof of disability issued by a licensed medical professions, a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist, or any federal agency, state agency, or an agency of the District of Columbia, or U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits. Contact the Department’s Selective Placement Coordinators for help with hiring and accommodation requests.
• Veterans – Keep in mind that your military training may count towards qualifications. Use your Verification of Military Experience and Training (VMET) document (DD Form 2586) to document your training and education.
• Begin with your current position and list all other positions held in chronological order.
• State the job title, starting and ending dates (including month and year), prior employer's name and address (or write "self-employed," if that applies), and major duties and accomplishments. Include any positions temporarily held.
• Show the average number of hours worked per week or simply state "full-time"; salary or wage earned; supervisor's name, address and telephone number; and whether you’re most recent supervisor may be contacted.
• Veterans - Avoid using military job titles or occupational codes. Instead, look at what you did using your Verification of Military Experience and Training (VMET) as a starting point. Employers prefer proven performers, so make sure you know what employers are looking for in comparison to your military work experience.
• Indicate if your current supervisor can be contacted
• Job-related training courses (title and year).
• self-management skills refer to the way you manage yourself on the job (e.g., dependable, resourceful, etc.);
• functional skills are the skills you use on the job or have used in previous jobs (e.g., operate equipment, supervise, analyze, etc.); and
• technical skills relate to specific skills required to perform a described task (e.g., computer programming, accounting, sales, etc.)
• Current job-related certificates and licenses - Make sure you understand the licensure and certification requirements for your job objective.
• Job-related honors, awards, special accomplishments , leadership activities, memberships, or publications.

Once you have spell checked your resume, take a good look at its overall appearance. Is it appealing and easy to read? Is there enough white space? Are the margins appropriate? Have the headings, font and formatting style been used effectively? Keep in mind that your resume is an employer's first impression of you. Make sure it makes the best one possible.

• Review the job announcements carefully for key words
• Use verbs and adjectives (e.g., managed, implemented, created) that match key words identified in the job announcement.
• Eliminate military lingo (use words such as personnel instead of squad or platoon).
• Include your accomplishments; do not be shy, be truthful.
• Focus on the mission of the agency and translate your experiences.
• Your positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm goes a long way.

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Writing a federal government resume

This page provides an overview with examples of how to write a federal government resume, which have content and formatting that differ from most private sector resumes.

How to write a federal resume

Written by , external, Amanda Costello , 18F content designer and gummi bear enthusiast, July 2019. (Revised March 2024)

Writing a US federal resume is hard. When I started writing mine, all I wanted was a solid example. What needs to be included, in what order, and what would it look like with real information. This is that example. ( Law and Order chimes )

It can be helpful to think about a federal resume like an academic CV, an overview of your whole career. Also, these are long documents . This is not the place for a 1-2 page resume. When I applied, my resume was 7 pages long; after 5 years at 18F, it’s close to 15 pages.

Below are excerpts from my federal resume, along with details and notes about how it’s written and formatted. I want more awesome folks from all backgrounds and experiences as colleagues. I don’t want the resume formatting or particulars to be a mystery; it’s already a very challenging piece of writing.

General things to keep in mind:

• Pay particular attention to the Specialized Experience section of a federal job posting. These items must be clearly represented on your resume to show you’ve done the work to be qualified.
• New in 2024! Another tactic that’s been successful for me has been making the job posting’s Specialized Experience the headers for duties and responsibilities. Obviously you can’t do this until you’re looking at a specific job, but it can be a good way to organize your work for readability.
• Throw out your formatting. I used CAPS for headers, italics for mission statements, and bullet points. Expect that the bulk of your formatting will be stripped out. No columns, no fanciness. Just write. Hard.
• Speaking of writing: get your words going, and then get more words. I had to submit two writing samples, and that was where I could show off my content strategy particulars. Remember the job of the resume content: clear, straight lines between the requirements and your experience.

Explicit disclaimer: This resume format is what I chose to use in applying to 18F in the US Federal Government’s General Services Administration. It is not the only acceptable format, but is what worked well for me. I currently work as a content designer at 18F, but put this together on my own time, using no government resources to do so. Using this formatting is not a guarantee of consideration. You still gotta do the work.

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Resume formatting

AMANDA COSTELLO 123 Lutefisk Street You Betcha, MN 55555

Mobile: 555-555-5555 Email: [email protected]

Availability: April 1, 2024

Job Type: Permanent, Telework Work Schedule: Full-Time

Desired locations:

United States - MN Remote

WORK EXPERIENCE

Workplace name, Unit name if relevant - City, State, Country

Your job title - MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY - Hours per week: xx

Mission statement(s) of the workplace, or summary of the company’s work on a larger scale.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A paragraph-long description of what the work was overall. Describe your work using a wide scope, leaving the specific details for later.

SPECIFIC TOPIC (e.g. CONTENT STRATEGY)

• Examples are in a bulleted list, each point describing a project or part of a project, or a piece of work that fits the heading, plus matches up with the qualifications/reqs.
• I chose to start each bullet with a past tense verb (Collaborated, Wrote, Managed, Edited), because that’s how I usually write resumes.
• Some of these bullets reference specific things I wrote, and those were included as writing samples with my application.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Software you know, tools you use, best practices and methods. This can’t just be a list, but has to have context in your work overview of how and why they were used. Also, please throw Microsoft Word on there because I was once rejected from a job in 2007 because I put “Microsoft Office” and the listing said “Microsoft Word.” Word matching! Seriously!

SELECTED WORK:

• Another bulleted list, this time of URLs related to work I did.
• They had quick little blurbs underneath about what they were, and what I did.
• Photos won’t come through on this resume, so no screenshots or anything.

Work experience example from my 2018 resume

University of Minnesota, College of Education and Human Development - Minneapolis, MN

Lead Content Strategist - 07/2012 to Present - Hours per week: 40

The mission of the College of Education and Human Development is to contribute to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. The college is part of the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, a land-grant high-level research institution, dedicated to generating and preserving knowledge through research, sharing that knowledge through teaching and learning, and apply that knowledge through outreach and public service.

Developed and led college-wide content strategy combining current and prospective student needs with college goals for recruitment and retention. Worked as a member of a cross-functional team including designers, developers, business analysts, marketers, and well as content strategists across 7 academic departments to promote and deliver effective processes and consistent content strategy.

CONTENT STRATEGY:

• Collaborated with college academic departments, research centers, student support offices, and senior leadership to develop a “bottom up” content strategy, prioritizing student needs based on their relationships with academic programs. Assessed content through the lens of recruitment and retention.
• Wrote “Stakeholder’s Guide To Launch,” a two-page reference for the launch of a new college website. By anticipating the top questions stakeholders might field, this guide gave talking points surrounding new features, along with contacts for further questions.
• Served as strategist, editor, and project manager for regular essay series on college diversity and inclusion work, written by academic leadership. This generated authentic, meaningful content and helped stakeholders better understand the time commitment involved in content production.
• Established user-centered college voice and tone guidelines, using “A, but not B” format. This was informed by close work with students in formal and informal usability testing, and brand sort activities with college leadership and key stakeholders.

USER EXPERIENCE (UX) WRITING:

• Combined findings from user research, new graduate student interviews, faculty and researcher focus groups, higher ed industry trends, and analytics to consolidate more than 600 areas of academic research expertise into 111 categories. Categories were deployed across the college for consistent organization and increased findability of research work.
• Developed strategy and standards to categorize and sort 127 academic programs and 111 areas of research expertise. This was incorporated into two web-based tools developed in-house and allowed students to explore college offerings and expertise independent of department. Wrote and edited descriptions for each area, capped at 25 words to promote ease of reading and top-level understanding.
• Planned, edited, and delivered a “Web Writing Best Practices” guide for college content strategists. Formatted as a “one-pager” for printing and pinning up as a reference, this collected links to and recommendations from external tools and guides (Hemingway, 18F, King County Editorial Guide), internal editorial recommendations from the university and college, and voice and tone particulars. Strategists often felt intimidated and overwhelmed by the sheer amount of recommendations connected to good web content; this guide promoted four starting points to improve content: addressing the user (you/your/yours and we/our/ours), employing structured content, concise writing, and using plain language.

USABILITY TESTING AND USER RESEARCH:

• Led and managed annual process of web usability testing, including project kick-offs, stakeholder workshops, scenario development, task analysis, lab and field-based testing, issues analysis, research and recommendation presentations to project team members, key stakeholders and college senior leadership.
• Helped subject-matter expert teams and stakeholders understand their users through research and usability testing methods, defining problems and crafting effective solutions based on both quantitative and qualitative data.

COLLABORATION ON CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TEAMS:

• Contributed to responsive redesign of college website by conducting a content audit, editing student-facing content for an overall 75% file reduction, and migrating updated content to custom-built CMS. Collaborated with design and development teams to create comprehensive style guides, pattern library interface copy.
• Convened monthly “coworking days” among all college web professionals, bringing us together as a team of peers for a day of training, collaborative problem solving, idea sharing, and camaraderie. Set programming, mentored colleagues on presentations, and collected feedback to regularly adjust how our central content strategy was best supporting the specific work of the departments.

ADVOCACY AND OUTREACH:

• Advocated for content strategy best practices to over 30 University departments by regularly meeting with peers and presenting to leadership stakeholder groups. Promoted clear, consistent, user-centered writing from all contributors, even those who don’t identify as “web people,” and facilitated collaboration across organizational silos to increase efficiency and support.
• Consulted with faculty and staff in academic departments outside the college that frequently contributed to content strategy. Regular guest lecturer and student mentor in the Writing Studies program.
• Contributed as one of four subject matter experts to the University of Minnesota’s Content Strategy Self-Help Guide, recommending resources and structuring process for the centrally-maintained system to help contributors at all levels improve content writing and strategic thinking for the web.
• Frequently presented at local Twin Cities-based tech meetups, translating content strategy best practices to adjacent fields such as front- and back-end development, UX research, accessibility, interactive design, and marketing.

Provided strategic content design with skills in copywriting, style guides, plain language, comprehension/reading levels. Conducted usability evaluations using card sorting (OptimumSort), tree testing (Treejack), direct observation user research methods. Worked on a cross-functional team that used Asana, Trello, Slack, Hemingway, pattern libraries, Google Drive, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), and semantic HTML.

• CEHD Academic Programs, www.cehd.umn.edu/programs Developed content and structure for directory/sorting tool
• CEHD Research & Expertise, www.cehd.umn.edu/topics/ Created new content structure around college research, including categories and descriptions
• UMN Content Strategy Self-Help Guide, , external, z.umn.edu/csmap Subject matter expert for update to university-wide guide

VOLUNTEER WORK

MinneWebCon Annual Conference - Minneapolis, MN - www.minnewebcon.org

Conference Director - 10/2011 - 06/2015

MinneWebCon is a two-day web conference in Minneapolis that encourages inclusive grassroots knowledge-sharing. In addition to keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and half-day workshops, our annual conference is a space for speakers and attendees to collaborate, talk, learn, ask, test, and grow.

• Directed volunteer-run tech conference for 200+ annual attendees, bringing local and national speakers to the Twin Cities web community.
• Oversaw event logistics, speaker recruitment and support, partnerships and sponsorships, promotion, and attendee experience with conference committee support and input.
• Introduced speaker mentoring program, pairing conference speakers with an experienced mentor to review slides, practice presentations, and provide support.
• Expanded conference to two-day event in 2012, adding half-day workshops to meet attendee demand for deeper learning.

SELECTED SPEAKING AND PRESENTATIONS

My resume listed about 15 sessions that I thought were relevant to this job. I also had sections on selected publications and selected podcast guest appearances, because those are cool too! The format I use is:

"Title of the Presentation," what kind of session - MM/YYYY Conference Name - City, State, Country

• “How Silos Learn: Working in the Idea Factory,” closing keynote address - 08/2018 (scheduled) PSEWEB Conference - London, ON, Canada
• “Better Stakeholder Wrangling,” half-day workshop - 10/2018 (scheduled) edUi Conference - Charlottesville, VA
• “Better Stakeholder Wrangling,” half-day workshop - 05/2018 Confab: The Content Strategy Conference - Minneapolis, MN
• “Explain Anything to Your Boss & Grandboss,” closing keynote address - 05/2018 Manage Digital Conference - Minneapolis, MN
• “How Silos Learn,” opening keynote address - 10/2017 Digital Project Management Summit - Las Vegas, NV

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN United States Bachelor's Degree MM/YYYY Major: English Minor: Japanese

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Language: Japanese Spoken Level: Novice Written Level: Novice Reading Level: Novice

Name: Jeff Awesomeboss Employer: University of Minnesota Title: The Best Boss Email: [email protected]

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Federal Resume Tips

Federal and private sector resumes.

Federal resumes differ from resumes used in the private sector with regard to both content and purpose.

• multiple pages long
• detailed description of work experience and qualifications
• used to determine if you meet requirements/qualifications for a job announcement. Be sure to list all your experiences (including non-paid).
• generally limited to two pages 
• brief summary of work history
• used as a marketing tool to get an interview

In the Federal Government, your resume is your application. There may be an additional component called an assessment questionnaire . The assessment questionnaire asks you to rank yourself on your qualities necessary to do the job being advertised. It must support the experiences listed in your resume.

Curriculum Vitaes

An academic curriculum vitae does not provide enough information to determine if you meet eligibility requirements. If you use one, please be sure to add the information listed below.

Resume Content

Resumes must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria in the job announcement. It must also support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. To do this, be sure to include detailed examples in your resume.   

Why? We operate under various federal employment laws, rules, and regulations. We are prohibited from drawing conclusions or making assumptions regarding your experience or qualifications.

Resume Checklist

We encourage you to use the  USAJobs online Resume Builder . If you use your own resume, you must include the following information:

• Contact information . This includes your name, address, day and evening telephone numbers, and email address
• Citizenship (if other than the U.S.)
• Relevant work experience . This includes paid and unpaid experiences. For instance, volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social)

For each employment listed, include the following information:

• Dates of employment . Include beginning and end dates in the following format: month/day/year
• Hours per week . We assume fulltime unless otherwise stated. Employment will be prorated in crediting experience.
• Include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable). This information helps determine if you meet minimum eligibility requirements for the position.
• Review the qualifications section in the job announcement closely and directly address the education, skills, and experience required in your resume.
• Series and grade or equivalent (if a Federal position)

Education R equirement

If the position has an education requirement or you are qualifying on the basis of education, include the following:

• Education history .  Specify the type of degree and major of study. 
• Relevant courses . This information is needed if the position requires credit hours.

Do NOT Include

On your resume and cover letter, you should not include any of the following:

• A photograph or video of yourself
• Any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.)  
• Links to web pages
• Spell out all acronyms .
• Projects worked on
• Specific duties and tasks
• Tools, software, or systems
• Results and outcomes (i.e. saved money, time, consolidated resources, etc.)
• Example: an individual in the budget field has "worked with disseminating budgets for small projects." To make the description more relevant, the applicant describes the experience with numbers, "disseminated budgets for small projects amounting to $450,000."
• Example: When a recruiter reads the keyword "analyst," he or she might assume you have experience in collecting data and evaluating effectiveness.
• If a job announcement uses a keyword such as "develops," use it in your resume. It is representative of independence in work assignments and the range of responsibility for the available position.
• Be honest . Be honest in describing your accomplishments, but not modest.
• Use reverse chronological order to list experience . Start with your most recent experience first and work your way back. An exception: when it is more appropriate to list your most relevant work experience first (e.g. if you are changing careers).
• Tailor your resume to include information relevant to the specific position you are applying to. Education and work experience that is indirectly related can be excluded if the resume begins to grow too long.
• Be concise and keep paragraphs short. To make your resume easier to read, add a brief, relevant heading to paragraphs to maximize readability.
• Use bullets to describe your experiences and accomplishments.
• Ensure correct grammar and no spelling errors . Your resume is your first impression – make it a good one!
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Quick Guide to Preparing a Resume For Federal Government Positions

Due to the volume of applications received for any given vacancy announcement within the website, your resume will most likely be processed through an electronic filtering mechanism before being reviewed by a Human Resources Specialist for a qualification determination. Your resume will also be screened according to certain preferences (e.g., Indian Preference, veterans, disability, etc.) and rated based on the extent and quality of your experience, education and training described on the vacancy announcement. It is essential that you tailor the experience listed on your federal resume to the specific position to which you are applying.

Once your application is rated, a quality review will be conducted by Office of Human Capital Management staff and/or a Subject Matter Expert (SME). Resumes are forwarded to the Hiring Manager for interview consideration. Once a hiring decision has been made, applicants will be notified.

Resume Writing

Before you begin, it may be helpful to compile all the information you want to include in your resume. The writing process will be much easier and faster.

It is important to thoroughly review the vacancy announcement for the position you are applying. You should tailor your resume to ensure you include the experience and skills that are required for the position.

What Should be Included in a Federal Resume?

A federal resume calls for some information that is not generally required on a standard resume for private industry positions, and not including the required information may immediately disqualify you from consideration. It is extremely important that you carefully read application instructions and include all required information. Below is an example of a resume for Federal employment:

First and Last Name Address City, State and Zip code Email address Phone Numbers

Special Hiring Authority: (Indian Preference, Veteran’s Preference or Person with Disability - Schedule A ) Federal Experience: ( Yes or No and Indicate Military, Federal or State Gov ) Security Clearance: ( Indicate what level and if it's still active ) OBJECTIVE: To obtain a full-time position in public service with ( Department of the Interior, Indian Affairs as a (Indicate the position including announcement Number if there is one )  

SKILLS SUMMARY: ( Has 3 elements: An introductory paragraph, list of skills directly related to the position, and your skills you have acquired throughout your career, that you want to highlight ) (1st Element: The introductory paragraph - Must be specific and highly detailed for each job series and position you're applying to. You need to outline all the specific skills you have that are directly related to the position you are seeking including Key Words identified in the positions description.) Focused and highly motivated management professional, with 12 + years of extensive experience in Strategic Workforce Planning , EEO , OHR and Diversity Mgt . Utilizing my background in Disability, Accommodations, Business Operations, Project Management, and Statistical Analysis to develop comprehensive programs based on the employment needs and mission of the agency. Deploying metric -based solutions and maximizing our ROI . I'm an innovative and energetic team player, relationship builder, and highly effective communicator. (2nd Element: List of skills directly related to the position and the Key Words you identified - Back up your skill summary with specific examples from you career or education. Identify specific accomplishments, length of time, highlight numerical results and awards derived from those duties and skills. This is the most critical area of the resume. You are relating an activity in your career to that of the position you are applying and showcasing your accomplishments.)

• Develop and create a Strategic Workforce Planning program to ensure were accurately utilizing all available resources. Good Example

• Expert in Equal Employment, Labor and Employee Relations assisting managers and staff in identifying and solving EEO Policy questions on Accommodations, for the past 9 yrs. Better Example

• As Diversity manager I trained a staff of 100+ internal and external personnel on diversity rules and regulations. My efforts resulted in a 70% reduction in violations and improved the overall atmosphere at ABC Co. Best Example (3rd Element: Acquired skills - These are skills you want every employer to know you possess and feel they are what defines you as a model employee. Remember you MUST quantify and qualify every statement you make.)

• Analyze, develop, test and incorporated IT business solutions to enhance business process control and tracking. Good Example

• Supervised, motivated, mentored and lead by example, using experience backed judgment, strong work ethic, and irreproachable integrity, derived from my 12yrs as a Department Manager at ABC Co. Better Example

• Developed and implemented a supply inventory program, which tracked our use of production and office materials. This provided us detailed reports of our available inventory at all times. Allowing us to make more informed purchasing decisions. Resulting in ABC Co. to save 500,000 per year. Best Example

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Name of Employer Position & Title GS level or Salary and Years of Service From: Mo/Year to Mo/Year; (Indicate if the work was Full Time, Part Time, or Seasonal; provide number of hours for PT or Seasonal work) Write a brief description of your experience/duties, and identify your major roles and responsibilities. Describe in detail each position you held for at least the last 10 years and quantify and qualify each statement). IP: Describe each duty as if you are describing it to someone for the first time. Agencies are not allowed to assume you can or can't do anything. Ex: Cashier: A cashier can perform numerous duties, if you only list cashier we can only interpret that as someone we collected and distributed money). As Diversity Manager I analyze develop and manage programs and projects related to the successful deployment of our department's initiatives. My duties included ensuring we provided an inclusive work environment, free from discrimination and ensuring we met all federal and state regulations. This was accomplished by collecting, analyzing human capital data and statistics from various sources to get an accurate analysis of the programs and work environment we provided our employees.   • Performed labor market Statistical analysis and employment projections locally and nationally to determine our recruitment strategy to ensure we were recruiting from a diverse population. Good Example • Coordinated with the Office of Human Capital and EEO managers to develop programs to improve our diversity in the workplace. Performed detailed analysis of the current workforce, and developed a strategy to ensure we targeted a broader workforce. This had an immediate impact on community relations and a 20% increase in local sales. Better Example

• Diversity manager for the past 7 yrs I was responsible for a staff of 20 employees. I coordinated with our Office of Human Capital to develop and measure recruiting timelines and efficiency, to determine cost per employee hired and accurate return on investment. Identified various key elements related to recruiting and performed a statistical analysis on reducing cost per hire. This lead to a yearly savings of 15% on recruiting expenses. Best Example

ACCOMPLISHMENTS (Identify any areas of your career you feel an employer will get a better understanding of who you are and your additional activities, to included honors received by organizations, exceeding specific goals on projects, etc.)

• 2011 Supervised and managed the Specialty Hiring Programs, including NonCompetitive Direct Hiring Authorities, Military Spouse Employment and Individuals with Disabilities Programs, at the Department of Defense. • 2008 Liaised with union and management on contract negotiations and labor dispute settlements with global manufacturer. Prevented the loss of 200+ jobs and saving the company 1.3 million dollars.

• 2006 The Minority Entrepreneur Network - Assisted 5 minority startup companies in researching, forecasting, and drafting their business plans and applications for small business loans.

• 2005 Restructured vendor contracts for a gross savings resulting in $375K per quarter.

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ADDITIONAL TRAINING (List any formal or informal training including accreditations and number of hours in the specific field)

• I have attended various seminars on EEO compliance and diversity Good Example

• Extensive EEO Compliance Training: Laws & Discrimination, Diversity in the Workplace, Workplace Relationships, EEO Complaints and Resolutions: (80+ hrs of training) Better Example

• Extensive Project Management Training specializing in large scale projects and developing the project plans and schedule. All training was done at the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute (DEOMI) 2002 thru 2011 (120 hrs) Best Example

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(Any formal awards you would like to share)

VOLUNTEER WORK & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

(Depending on the type of work volunteering can count the same as formal on the job experience if related to the position) (2010 - current) I hold Diversity workshops at the ABC community center in Washington DC, 6 times each month. I provide employers with information on developing an inclusive and diverse workforce. Note: volunteer work must include the total # of hours PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AAPD - American Association of Peoples with Disabilities HAVA - Honored American Veterans Afield NRA - National Rehabilitation Association PMI - Project Management Institute Wounded Warriors Project - Warriors to Work REFERENCES (List at least 3 references including their contact information)

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Helping job hunters find, apply for, and land government jobs, writing your federal resume – a free virtual briefing by opm.

• Dennis Damp
• January 14, 2022

Writing a Federal Resume

Many federal job applicants are unaware of the requirement to provide a detailed federal style resume with their application. The federal style resume is typically 3 to 10 pages or more compared to the one page private sector version. The best qualified are selected for interviews and to make that cut you must provide detailed supportive information that confirms your qualifications for the position. Basically, you must provide a work history that highlights what you did in your prior work history to achieved the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required for the job.

The key to landing a federal job is tailoring your federal resume to the job announcement , now called the Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) . OPM is offering free (online) hour and a half long briefings to explain each section of the JOA to help applicants identify the right job. According to OPM, “These presentations highlight a 3 part process to assist applicants in writing their Federal resume. Attendees will be shown a real JOA and walked through reviewing the JOA to determine qualifications and interest, identifying the important requirements and then tailoring their resumes with that JOA. Lastly, it will provide a quick overview of the resume builder on USAJOBS.”

The agenda, meeting dates, and times are available on OPM’s web site . Four sessions are initially scheduled for July 28 and 29. Registration is limited to 1500 participants. Other dates will be announced on USAJobs so visit their site frequently if you would like to attend a session.

There are professional services available if you need assistance that provide a free review of your background, previously prepared documents, and job announcement. Those who can put their thoughts on paper logically and have the time to tailor their federal resume to the JOA are able to complete their application on the USAJobs resume builder. Our federal resume sample will help you focus on the task at hand. I suggest completing your federal resume off line on your desktop first. Simply copy and paste what you compiled on your desktop into the resume builder after spell checking and taking your time to compose your resume. Too many rush through the process on the resume builder leaving out key information and the final document may have typos and spelling errors.

If you are interested in a federal job take advantage of OPM’s online virtual briefings and research the process to ensure your application includes the supporting information required to be rated “Best Qualified” for the position.

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USDA Forest Service is hiring HR Specialists

Hosted by Forest Service

Join the USDA Forest Service and be a part of an organization that is committed to caring for the land and serving people. The Forest Service is hiring human resources specialists for classification career opportunities. Positions will be open to current permanent federal employees with competitive status, Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act eligibles, Farm Service Agency permanent county employees, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP, individuals with disabilities, certain military spouses, 30 percent or more disabled veterans, and VEOA eligibles.

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FEMA Hiring Event Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office

New Mexico Highlands University Santa Fe Center, Second Floor

Hosted by Federal Emergency Management Agency

The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office is hiring full-time positions to support the processing of claims and provision of compensation to claimants impacted by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire. The duty station for these positions is Santa Fe, NM.

Ideal candidates must be able to represent the Claims Office with integrity and compassion. They must have strong customer service experience, analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills; demonstrated use of MS Office programs; and experience.

Monday and Wednesday April 29, 2024 and May 1, 2024 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mountain Time Higher Education Center New Mexico Highlands University Santa Fe Center, Second Floor 1950 Siringo Road Santa Fe, NM 87505

Claims Office staff will be available on site to receive resumes and conduct on the spot interviews. All applicants must be U.S. citizens, 18 years of age or older, and possess a high school diploma or GED. Individuals will be required to pass a background investigation that includes finger printing and credit check. Employees are also required to participate in mandatory direct deposit/electronic funds transfer.

NAVFAC Pacific Job Fair

Ala Moana Hotel - Garden Lanai Room

Hosted by Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command

NAVFAC Pacific serves as the Navy's facilities, installations, acquisition and Expeditionary Engineering experts in supporting America's military and national security. Design your civilian federal government career with NAVFAC and make a positive difference.

The job fair aims to fill a variety of professional disciplines, to include: Engineers, Architects, Biologists, NEPA Planners, Construction Managers, Interns, Financial Analysts, Contract Specialists, Facilities Maintenance Transportation & Utilities Workers and Engineer Technicians.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes to [email protected] for job matching and to get pre-qualified for an interview at the job fair.

• Tax Examining Technician - Direct Hire - Incentive Eligible
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IRS Austin, TX Hiring Event - CSR and Tax Examiner Positions

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Hosted by Internal Revenue Service

Join our team!

The IRS is once again hiring entry-level Contact Representative and Tax Examining Technician positions for the upcoming filing season. These customer service positions provide technical assistance to taxpayers and businesses to assist with addressing a wide range of issues associated with tax administration.

During this event, we will be reviewing resumes and making tentative job offers on-the-spot to qualified individuals.

This is a great opportunity to start your career with purpose.

Register today!

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IRS Portland, OR Hiring Event - Accounting and Enforcement Jobs

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The IRS is hiring in Portland OR!

We are hosting a two-day, in person hiring event for career positions for the Portland, OR and surrounding areas. We will be offering opportunities for our  Revenue Agent and Criminal Investigator (Special Agent)   positions. All levels of experience and education are welcome!

During the event, we will be reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and making offers on-the-spot to qualified individuals. To expedite the hiring process, qualified candidates will be able to complete several pre-employment suitability checks such as fingerprinting during the event.

You don't want to miss this opportunity to start your career with purpose!

Kickstart your federal career: Navigating the process & federal resume

Hosted by Patent and Trademark Office

Do you want a career in public service, but you’re not sure where to start?

Join the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Tuesday, April 30, 2-3 p.m. ET , for an informational webinar to gain insights on understanding the job announcement and how to put your best foot forward in your application.

By attending this event, you’ll hear from one of our Office of Human Resources team members and learn:

• How to navigate USAJOBS
• How to read a job announcement
• What to (and what not to) include in your federal resume
• Tips and tricks for creating your federal resume

You do not need to register for this event. We hope to see you there! For more information, contact [email protected] .

USDA Virtual Career Fair

Hosted by Department of Agriculture

Come join USDA for a virtual career fair to learn about career opportunities, employee engagement, and USDA culture. At USDA we aim to attract, inspire, and retain an engaged and motivated workforce to represent USDA. USDA has eight Mission Areas and 29 Agencies with a variety of opportunities in many fields. Check us out and join our wonderful team!

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IRS Revenue Agent Virtual Information Session - Entry Level (GS 5-12)

The IRS is hiring hundreds of accounting professionals nationwide for our entry level Revenue Agent positions.

Whether you have recently graduated with an accounting degree or have a CPA license and limited experience, we may have an opportunity for you to join the IRS.

During this and other scheduled sessions, we'll be discussing the Revenue Agent position's day-to-day duties, the education and experience requirements needed to qualify and how to write an effective resume.

Join us to start your career with purpose!

For additional Revenue Agent events, visit the IRS Careers events page at:   jobs.irs.gov/find-job/irs-events

Virtual Office Hour with USPTO patent examiners

Calling all scientists and engineers!

Are you a U.S. citizen graduating with a science, engineering, or tech-related degree? Do you want a job that is challenging and an opportunity to work from home nationwide with a flexible schedule? Would you like to work in a culture of inclusivity and camaraderie as part of a community that leads America toward breakthroughs in innovation?  Consider becoming a patent examiner at America's Innovation Agency!

At this event, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will share more about why you should work with us as a patent examiner. By attending, you will learn more about the agency, the patent examiner position, and why employees love to work at the USPTO.

Bring your questions about the agency, the role of a USPTO patent examiner, and the hiring process to this informal Q&A session with current team members for these virtual office hours.

If you are a U.S. citizen and are graduating this year with a focus in:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Related fields

…then bring your questions about the agency, the role, and the hiring process to this informal Q&A session with current USPTO patent examiners on May 1st, at noon ET . Our team members are excited to answer your questions, chat with you, and provide you with more info. Plus, we're hiring!

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IRS Virtual Open House for Variety of Positions with LB&I

The IRS is hiring nationwide!

The Large Business and International (LB&I) Division is hosting a virtual open house to feature a variety of positions they are hiring for nationwide.

During this event, you'll hear from LB&I Hiring Managers discussing such positions as:   Appraisers ,  Engineers ,  Economists , Financial Analysts , Tax Law Specialists , and their unique senior-level Revenue Agents ( GS-13 and GS-14 ) in separate breakout rooms. To make you more competitive, we'll also be discussing how to write an effective resume to highlight your experience, skills, and knowledge.

In each breakout room, you'll learn the day-to-day activities and the educational and specialized experience requirements needed to be qualified for that breakout room's position(s). There will be time to ask questions of the employees and hiring managers in this more personal & intimate setting. Following a short presentation, you'll be given instructions on how to submit your resume for consideration in lieu of applying for the positions on USAJOBS.

You don't want to miss this unique opportunity!

Virtual Information Session about Estate & Gift Tax Specialist

We’re hosting a virtual information session about our Estate & Gift Tax Specialist positions. In this session, you’ll hear from managers in the Field Exam Division of SB/SE talk about our Revenue Agent/Employment Tax Specialist positions and provide you a better understanding on what will be expected from you, day-to-day. You’ll also receive information on the qualifications for these positions. Whether you are a student exploring future career options, a recent graduate ready to enter the workforce, or are simply looking for a career change that offers work life balance and great benefits, we have opportunities that may be just right for you!

Click "See more details " to register. For additional information about our open positions or to request any reasonable accommodations, send an email to [email protected], along with your name and inquiry and we will be happy to answer your questions. Please allow at least 2 weeks for us to arrange for your accommodations. Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024 Time: 12:00 PM Eastern Time, 11:00 AM Central Time, 10:00 AM Mountain Time, 9:00 AM Pacific Time.

IRS Holtsville, NY Hiring Event - CSR and Tax Examiner Positions

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Treasury's - Writing Your Federal Resume

Hosted by Department of the Treasury

Come Grow With Us! This presentation was designed to help applicants understand the federal resume. The briefing explains each section of the job opportunity announcement (JOA) in an effort to better inform applicants and to assist them in selecting in or out of the job. The main part of the briefing uses a 3-part process to assist applicants in writing their resume. Attendees are shown a real JOA and walked through a process that helps them review the JOA to determine qualifications and interest, identify the important requirements and then they are shown how to properly tailor their resumes to the JOA. Lastly, we will do a quick overview of the resume builder within USAJOBS.

Virtual Session on Tax Examining Technician and Collection Contact Rep

Virtual Session on Tax Examining Technician and Collection Contact Rep. Are you looking for a challenging but rewarding opportunity? The IRS is now hiring Tax Examining Technicians for the following locations: Fresno, CA, Chamblee, GA, Covington, KY, Florence, KY, Andover, MA, Kansas City, MO, Holtsville, NY, Philadelphia, PA, Memphis, TN, Austin, TX and Ogden, UT. We are also hiring Collection Contact Representatives at the following locations: Fresno, CA, Oakland, CA, Denver, CO, Jacksonville, FL, Chamblee, GA, West Des Moines, IA, Covington, KY, Andover, MA, Detroit, MI, Clarksdale, MS, Kansas City, MO, Cheektowaga, NY, Holtsville, NY, Philadelphia, PA, Franklin, TN, Memphis, TN, Austin, TX, Ogden, UT and Seattle, WA Bilingual Spanish Guaynabo and San Juan PR During this virtual information session, you will hear from Tax Examiners and Collection Contact Representatives who will give you a better understanding of the work they do day-to-day.

Click "See more details " to register.

For additional information about our open positions or to request any reasonable accommodations, send an email to [email protected], along with your name and inquiry and we will be happy to answer your questions. Date: Monday, May 6, 2024 Time: 12:00 PM Eastern Time, 11:00 AM Central Time, 10:00 AM Mountain Time, 9:00 AM Pacific Time.

Virtual Information Session about Administrative Associate positions

We are still hiring Shared Administrative Associates across the nation. We are hosting a virtual information session about our Shared Administrative Associate positions. In this position, you will provide administrative, clerical, and case processing support to managers and technical employees. Your responsibilities will include planning, organizing, and carrying out a variety of administrative and clerical activities required by business operating divisions.

During these information sessions, you will learn more about the position, and we will also have HR Representatives attending the sessions to discuss the application process and some of the requirements for the positions. This session begins at: 3:00 PM Eastern Time, 2:00 PM Central Time, 1:00 PM Mountain Time, 12:00 PM Pacific Time

For additional information about our open positions or to request any reasonable accommodations, send an email to [email protected], along with your name and inquiry and we will be happy to answer your questions. Date: Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Time: 3:00 PM Eastern Time, 2:00 PM Central Time, 1:00 PM Mountain Time, 12:00 PM Pacific Time

Virtual Info Session about Tax Specialist

The Small Business/Self-Employed Division is now hiring for Tax Specialist positions. We’re hosting a virtual information session about our Tax Specialist positions. In this session, you’ll hear from managers in the Field Exam Division of SB/SE talk about our Tax Specialist positions and provide you a better understanding on what will be expected from you, day-to-day. You’ll also receive information on the qualifications for these positions. Whether you are a student exploring future career options, a recent graduate ready to enter the workforce, or are simply looking for a career change that offers work life balance and great benefits, we have opportunities that may be just right for you!

For additional information about our open positions or to request any reasonable accommodations, send an email to [email protected], along with your name and inquiry, and we will be happy to answer your questions.  Please allow at least 2 weeks for us to arrange for your accommodations. Date: Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Time: : 12:00 PM Eastern Time, 11:00 AM Central Time, 10:00 AM Mountain Time, 9:00 AM Pacific Time.

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U.S. Secret Service Hiring Event

James J. Rowley Training Center

Hosted by U.S. Secret Service

The U.S. Secret Service is seeking candidates who are interested and ready for a career in federal law enforcement. You are invited to meet the U.S. Secret Service Recruitment Team (in-person) to learn more about our law enforcement and other career opportunities and to join an exclusive immersive experience at our training facility.

• See Live Tactical Demonstrations
• Meet Our Special Operation Teams
• Leadership Briefing
• Guided Tour
• Career Opportunity When: Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Time: 9:00am-2:00pm Where: James J. Rowley Training Center 9200 Powder Mill Rd, Laurel, MD 20708 The event will be conducted in-person in Beltsville, MD. You are REQUIRED to complete and submit this form for access to the facility no later than 12:00 PM EST on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Privacy Policy: https://www.secretservice.gov/privacy We hope to meet you there! Isisnachelly Dwyer Officer Technician- Recruiter
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• Lead Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard) NF-02
• Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) NF-02

Joint Base Lewis-McChord NAF Job Fair - 7 MAY 2024

Eagles Pride Golf Course

Hosted by US Army Civilian Human Resources Agency

Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) will be hosting a Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) In-Person Job Fair at the Eagles Pride Golf Course in DuPont, WA on Tuesday, 7 May 2024 from 8a to 2p. Texas Roadhouse, Army Airforce Exchange Services and Family & Morale, Welfare and Recreation Division will all be in attendance along with their Hiring Managers. There will be a wide variety of positions available from Childcare, Food Service, Sports, Fitness and Aquatics, Laborers, Lead positions, and more with many vacancies to fill!

Applicants will be able to apply online prior to the event specific positions posted on USAJOBS or in-person during the event. If the position is offered at the job fair, there will be specific instruction listed on the announcement. Participants should come prepared with an updated copy of their resume, professional certifications/transcripts (if available), 2-3 professional references, Photo I.D., SS Card and ready for an interview. On the spot interviews and selections can be made for qualified applicants!!!

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LOCATION : Eagles Pride Golf Course 1529 Mounts Rd SW, Exit 116 I-5 DuPont, WA 98327 (NO BASE ACCESS REQUIRED)

…then bring your questions about the agency, the role, and the hiring process to this informal Q&A session with current USPTO patent examiners on May 8th, at noon ET . Our team members are excited to answer your questions, chat with you, and provide you with more info. Plus, we're hiring!

NRC's 2024 Career Expo

Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center

Hosted by Nuclear Regulatory Commission

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) presents our 2024 Career Expo! We are recruiting for positions that are entry-to-senior level and management career opportunities, such as:

• Health Physics
• Physical Sciences
• Human Resource Specialists
• Administrative Assistants
• Information Technology
• And more! Click here .

If you are curious, inspired, or interested in bringing your energy to a committed team in a dynamic science, engineering, technical, or administrative career, consider the NRC. We are professionals dedicated to protecting people and the environment by safeguarding the use of nuclear materials in medicine, industry, and research.

Whether you are a seasoned professional looking to advance your career or a recent graduate eager to kick start your journey, our Career Expo is your gateway to success!

Please see the requirements below:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Drug testing
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Register TODAY!

Virtual Information Session about Revenue Officer positions

The Small Business/ Self-Employed Division is hiring Revenue Officer’s across the nation.  You will hear from managers in the Field Collection Division of SB/SE about our Revenue Officer positions. The session will provide you a better understanding on what will be expected from you on a day-to-day basis. You will also receive information on the qualifications for this position.  Whether you are a student exploring future career options, a recent graduate ready to enter the workforce, or are simply looking for a career change that offers work life balance and great benefits, we have opportunities that may be just right for you! We will have an HR specialist on the call to answer HR related questions.  Click "See more details " to register.

For additional information about our open positions or to request any reasonable accommodations, send an email to [email protected] , along with your name and inquiry and we will be happy to answer your questions. Please allow at least 2 weeks for us to arrange for your accommodations. Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024 Time: 3:00 PM Eastern Time, 2:00 PM Central Time, 1:00 PM Mountain Time, 12:00 PM Pacific Time

• Contact Representative-Direct Hire-Incentive Eligible - Amended

IRS Denver Hiring Event - Accounting and Cust Support Positions

Embassy Suites Denver Downtown Convention Center

The IRS is hiring in Denver, CO! We are hosting a two-day, in-person hiring event for accounting, collection, and customer support positions in Denver, CO, and the surrounding areas. All levels of education and/or experience are welcome. Come join us to begin a career with purpose! During this event, we will be reviewing resumes, conducting interviews and if selected, making tentative job offers on-the-spot for Revenue Agent , and Contact Representative positions.  Register today!

Navigating the Federal Hiring Process Series: Crafting Your Federal Re

Hosted by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

As the nation’s preeminent public health promotion, protection, preparedness, and prevention agency, CDC works 24/7 to conduct critical science and provides health information that protects our nation against public health threats, both foreign and domestic. Join us for this informative session to hear directly from CDC Recruiters to gain expert knowledge on how to craft your federal resume, tackle the assessment questionnaire, and discover ways to becoming the most competitive applicant during your federal job application process. Please contact [email protected] for any accommodation requests.

A day in the life of a USPTO patent examiner

Do you want a challenging career? Would you like the opportunity to work from home nationwide with a flexible schedule? Do you want to be a part of a culture of inclusivity and camaraderie, and a community that leads America toward breakthroughs in innovation? Are you a U.S. citizen graduating this year with a focus in any of these fields?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may belong at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as a patent examiner! We recruit the most promising at America’s Innovation Agency, and we encourage you to take the step forward in your journey today by joining us virtually on May 15  at noon ET for an informational webinar on becoming a patent examiner.

By attending this event, you will learn more about the USPTO and the patent examiner position, meet with the USPTO team, and hear about our tremendous benefits and why employees love to work here. You do not need to register.

When you are ready to apply, submit your application via USAJOBS .

For more information, contact  [email protected] .

U.S. EPA Region 8, 9, and 10 Federal Careers Virtual Workshop

Hosted by Environmental Protection Agency

Come learn about Federal Employment at Region 8 (Denver), Region 9 (San Francisco), and Region 10 (Seattle) of the EPA! Entry level, early and mid-career professionals are all welcome to attend.

Our work at EPA has purpose and impact. From tackling the climate crisis to advancing environmental justice, what happens here changes our world. Our mission is to protect human health and safeguard the environment – the air, water, and land upon which life depends.

At EPA, you can make a real difference for the environment and the lives of others.

• At EPA, you work at the center of key environmental issues.
• Give examples of the benefits of working on issues at the federal level – designing the policies, issuing the grants, etc.
• Highlight key programs and projects of EPA staff as examples and the impact of the work.

Participants have the opportunity to learn about EPA’s mission, how to navigate USAJOBS and creating a federal resume. There will be panel discussion to provide a glimpse into variety of careers within the EPA.

For more information or to request accommodations, please contact  [email protected] , [email protected] , or [email protected] .

HHS Webinar: Navigating Federal Employment as a Military Spouse

Hosted by Department of Health and Human Services

Military Spouses: Attend HHS’ webinar tailored to military spouses on landing a career in the civil service!

Join us for a free, informational webinar on Wednesday, May 15, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. ET to navigate the federal application process as a military spouse, get answers to your specific questions from HHS employees who are military spouses, and discover the benefits of a career at HHS.

Learn more and register for this information session today!

• Appeals Officer (12 MONTH REGISTER) DIRECT HIRE Amended
• Tax Examining Technician-Direct Hire-Incentive Eligible - Amended
• Tax Specialist (Tax Compliance Officer (TCO) - DIRECT HIRE (12 MONTH REGISTER)

IRS Ogden/SLC Hiring Event for Multiple Positions

Ogden Courtyard by Marriott

The IRS is hiring a variety of positions in the Salt Lake City/Ogden, UT and surrounding areas! All experience and education levels will be welcome! Several entry-to-senior level positions will be offered:

Appeals Officer

Revenue Agent

Tax Compliance Officer

Collection Contact Representative

Tax Examining Technician

During this event, we will be reviewing resumes, conducting interviews and if selected, making tentative job offers on-the-spot. Selected candidates will be able to complete several pre-federal employment required steps during the event.

You don't want to miss this unique opportunity to start your career with purpose!

Register to Attend!

Treasury's - Interviewing Techniques

Come Grow With Us - This presentation introduces the audience to the interview process within the Federal government. It explains the types of interviews (structured/unstructured), different delivery methods, types of common questions, responding utilizing the S.T.A.R (Situation/Task, Action, Result) method and how to prepare for an interview.

…then bring your questions about the agency, the role, and the hiring process to this informal Q&A session with current USPTO patent examiners on May 22nd, at noon ET . Our team members are excited to answer your questions, chat with you, and provide you with more info. Plus, we're hiring!

Hanscom AFB Hiring Event 2024

Sheraton Boston Needham

Hosted by Air Force Personnel Center

AFCS Hanscom AFB Hiring Event Air Force Civilian Service is Hiring When: 23 May 2024, 9am-2pm EST Arrive early, doors close at 2PM EST

Where: Sheraton Boston Needham 100 Cabot St, Needham, Mass, 02494 AFCS HAS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

Acquisition Test Manager Childcare Computer Scientist Contracting Cyber / Information Technology Education Technician Engineering  Equipment Specialist Financial Management Information Protection/Security Logistics Operations Research Analyst Program Management Subject matter experts will be at the event to review resumes and candidate qualifications. Limited on-the-spot interviews and job offers may be made. Registration is highly recommended and may lead to scheduled interviews. Attendees should bring the following documents: Resume, unofficial/official transcripts and professional references. Current or former government employees should also bring a copy of recent SF-50/SF-50-4; DD-214 (copy 2 or 4), VA disability letter, or Schedule A Letter and last two pay stubs from your current employer. Don’t miss this chance to explore a challenging and rewarding career opportunity.  Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age. Positions require a security clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Bureau of Land Management 101 (Careers caring for the land you love)

Hosted by Bureau of Land Management

Interested in a career caring for the land you love? Join the Bureau of Land Management Recruiting Team and learn more about how you can us achieve our mission of managing and conserving public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Our challenging mission calls for the best and the brightest our nation has to offer, and in return, we offer interesting, creative work with opportunities for professional growth throughout the organization. The BLM offers a wide variety of job opportunities for qualified individuals with different levels of education and work experience, tune in to find out more.

Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners

…then bring your questions about the agency, the role, and the hiring process to this informal Q&A session with current USPTO patent examiners on May 29th, at noon ET . Our team members are excited to answer your questions, chat with you, and provide you with more info. Plus, we're hiring!

Treasury's - Navigating USAJOBS

Come Grow With Us! Instructor led training that provides a step-by-step process that covers searching for Federal jobs, creating your account and profile, managing your account, reviewing Job Opportunity Announcements, submitting your applications, and following up on your application status.

Navigating the Federal Hiring Process Series: Interview Tips

As the nation’s preeminent public health promotion, protection, preparedness, and prevention agency, CDC works 24/7 to conduct critical science and provides health information that protects our nation against public health threats, both foreign and domestic. Join us for this informative session to hear directly from CDC Recruiters to gain expert knowledge on how to prepare for your interview, learn best practices to use during your interview, and discover ways to becoming the most competitive applicant during your federal job application process. Please contact [email protected] for any accommodation requests.

U.S. EPA Region 8 , 9 and 10 Federal Careers Virtual Workshop

Participants have the opportunity to learn about EPA’s mission, how to navigate USAJOBS and creating a federal resume. There will be panel discussion to provide a glimpse into variety of careers within the EPA. For more information or to request accommodations, please contact  [email protected] , [email protected] , or [email protected] .

• Patent Examiner (Electrical Engineering)
• Patent Examiner (Biology)
• Patent Examiner (Computer Engineer)
• Patent Examiner (Chemistry)
• Patent Examiner (Chemical Engineering)
• Patent Examiner (Computer Science)

A fireside chat with USPTO patent examiners

Come join us for a laid back and informational fireside chat that will give you an inside look at being a patent examiner at the USPTO. You will get the opportunity to engage in insightful conversations and get answers to your questions directly from team members.

If this sounds interesting to you, then come discover the world of patent examining at America’s Innovation Agency! If you are a U.S. citizen and have graduated or are graduating this year with a focus in…

…then we encourage you to take the step forward in your journey today by joining us for a fireside chat on what it is like being a patent examiner at noon ET on June 20.

Don’t miss your opportunity to take a deep dive into a career that combines purpose with passion. Come join us fireside, and we will ignite your interest in joining the USPTO team. There is no need to register, you can effortlessly dive right into conversation. Hope to see you there!

DOE Careers in Data and Computing Information Session

Hosted by Department of Energy

We are powered by science and technology to fulfill our mission.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) ensures America’s security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges. At our very core, we are an agency powered by science and technology to fulfill our mission–from deploying energy solutions to enhancing national security. Join our event to learn about our important and exciting career opportunities and how the Energy Department is working to maintain American leadership in technology and innovation.

DOE is hiring for AI, Data, IT, and Cybersecurity professionals from diverse backgrounds for positions located across the United States!

Career opportunities include but not limited to :

• Computer Engineer 0854
• Computer Scientist 1550
• Data Scientist 1560
• Electronic Engineer 0855
• IT and Cybersecurity Specialist 2210
• Management & Program Analyst 0343
• Mathematical Statistician 1529
• Statistician 1530

Join us for a virtual information session to learn from Subject Matter Experts across DOE about the exciting career and internship opportunities available and how to apply.

Reserve your spot today!

Do you want a challenging career? Would you like the opportunity to work from home nationwide with a ?exible schedule? Do you want to be a part of a culture of inclusivity and camaraderie, and a community that leads America toward breakthroughs in innovation? Are you a U.S. citizen graduating this year with a focus in any of these fields?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may belong at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as a patent examiner! We recruit the most promising at America’s Innovation Agency, and we encourage you to take the step forward in your journey today by joining us on July 9  at noon ET for an informational webinar on becoming a patent examiner.

By attending this event, you will learn more about the USPTO and the patent examiner position, meet with the USPTO team, and hear about our tremendous bene?ts and why employees love to work here. You do not need to register for this event.

Participants have the opportunity to learn about EPA’s mission, how to navigate USAJOBS and creating a federal resume. There will be panel discussion to provide a glimpse into variety of careers within the EPA. For more information or to request accommodations, please contact  [email protected] , [email protected] , or [email protected]

U.S. EPA Region 8, 9, 10 Federal Careers Virtual Workshop

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Graduate Education

Office of graduate and postdoctoral education, writing your resume for federal jobs, january 18, 2024.

Preparing a résumé for Federal jobs is unlike creating one for jobs in the private and nonprofit sectors. To do so requires an understanding of the nuances of Federal hiring. We invite you to join a representative of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to learn strategies on developing and writing a résumé when you apply for Federal jobs. By the end of this session, you will know the importance of the résumé in applying for Federal Jobs and why preparing a thorough résumé is the single best step you can take towards obtaining Federal Government employment; gain critical tips and guidelines for improving your résumé; and learn how to use the USAJOBS Résumé Builder to create a new résumé.

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The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the Federal Executive Board Present

The 2024 Federal Executive Board Campus Series

Students and recent graduates are key participants in the future Federal workforce. To make a career in public service a reality, understanding the Federal employment process is vital. The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the Federal Executive Boards (FEBs) present the Federal Executive Board Campus Series 2024. This four-session series is open to all students, recent graduates, and FEB Federal academic partners.

The series explains the Federal application and hiring process to help students and recent graduates find internships and full-time jobs working in their career field and will help academic partners gain the information needed to help guide their students.

Registration is now open – sign-up today!

Session 2:  Writing Your Resume for Federal Jobs

Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 1:00 pm-2:30 pm 

Click on link to register    Writing Your Federal Resume

About:  This session reviews unique aspects of writing a résumé that is specifically customized to apply for Federal jobs. Learn what information is required for a résumé that will make you more effective in the Federal hiring process. You will learn what to include, things to avoid, and what makes a résumé for Federal employment different from those used for private sector and other employment.

Session 3: Interviewing for Federal Jobs

Thursday, April 11, 2024, 1:00 pm-2:30 pm 

Click on link to register   Interviewing for Federal Jobs

About: Participants will be equipped to prepare for and engage in successful interviews for Federal jobs. We will cover actions you should take prior to, on the day of, and after your interview. Also, you will learn about the kinds of interviewing methods used by Federal agencies, the types of questions that may be asked during the interview, and how best to respond.

Session 4: Pathways Programs for Students and Recent Graduates

Thursday, April 18, 2024, 1:00 pm-2:30 pm 

Click on link to register   Pathways Programs for Students and Recent Graduates

About: Participants will learn about the three Pathways Programs, i.e., the Internship Program, Recent Graduates Program, and Presidential Management Fellows Program. You will know eligibility requirements for each Program, i.e., what is the same and what distinguishes the Programs from one another. You will learn how you can find and apply for positions under each of the Pathways Programs.

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Registration:  Registration is required to join the webinar sessions.   You must sign up via the Zoom registration link in each announcement to participate. When you register for each event, you will be able to download the event calendar invite with  your unique link  to join the session and will receive an email from  webinar –  opm.gov   [email protected] .

Virtual Platform:  You do not need the Zoom app installed on your device to join the sessions. You may join through the web browser or use the dial-in only option.  Zoom works best with Chrome. For technical issues, please work with your institution’s IT Help Desk. Please use  your unique link  to enter the room at least 10 minutes before the session start time.

Sound:   You can access audio for the webinar through the speakers on your computer or mobile device or by using headphones or earbuds. We will not be able to assist with technical issues, including sound, once the session has started, so please check your device before the session begins. We will, however, do a sound check early in the session.

Accessibility:   Closed captioning will be made available for all participants.

Note: If you require an accommodation, please contact the Event Coordinator at  [email protected]  no later than one week before each session for which you registered.

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