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Tips for Writing a Federal Resume

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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 10, 2019.

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

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:

  • This resume’s job is to connect the requirements of the job posting to your experience using the straightest possible line . I printed out the job posting and highlighted every key phrase of the requirements, qualifications, and what kind of work this job would do. I then made that into a checklist to make sure each one of those things could clearly be mapped to my resume.
  • 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.

Want to chat more about this? I’m on Twitter: , external, @amandaesque

My comments below will all be in code demo backticks .

And now, the resume!

Everything about this top material is standardized formatting. Go ahead and put your own info in just like this.

AMANDA COSTELLO 123 Lutefisk Street You Betcha, MN 55555 Mobile: 555-555-5555

Email: Availability: April 1, 2020 Job Type: Permanent, Telework Work Schedule: Full-Time

Desired locations: United States - MN

WORK EXPERIENCE

Below is an example of one job, and how I talked about it. I recommend listing as complete of a job history as you can for at least the last 7 years, more ideally the last 10 years. Here's a formatting example!

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.

End of formatting example!

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 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

Your volunteer work doesn’t count as experience for scoring, but is still good to include. I used a format similar to the work experience job entry above, though used the bulleted list format for duties and responsibilities, and shortened everything up.

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • 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

I do a lot of presentations and workshops, and they’re a big part of who I am and how I share my work with the community. This is a shortened list to show you what examples look like, including upcoming talks. Like volunteer work, this does not count towards experience scoring, and is optional.

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

  • “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

You can add in particular awards or distinctions here too. I was not a particularly distinguished student. :)

LANGUAGE SKILLS

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

This is totally optional. For each language you speak in addition to English, list the levels at which you speak, write, and read. More details: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/profile/languages/

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

While I listed references on my resume, it’s not required. The hiring folks wouldn’t cold call your references, they’d ask you for their contact information later on in the process.

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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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  • 473 / 473E Exam
  • Available Jobs
  • Job Locations
  • Student Loan Payoff
  • Job Announcements
  • Higher Starting Pay
  • Federal Applications
  • Keys To Getting Hired
  • Interview Prep
  • Education & Experience
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  • Civil Service Tests
  • Veterans Jobs
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  • College Degrees
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opm writing your resume for federal jobs

Federal Government Jobs

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.

Helpful Career Planning Tools 

  • Applying For Federal Jobs
  • Civil Service Exams
  • Interview Preparation
  • Veteran’s Preference

Visit our other informative site

  • http://FederalJobs.net  (Explore occupations, find jobs and application guidance)
  • http://federalretirement.net   (Retirement & other federal employee benefits)
  • http://www.FedCareerInfo.com (Federal Employee’s Career Development Planning)
  • http://PostalWork.net  (Postal occupations and  exams)
  • http://www.SearchFedJobs.com   (Consolidated job search)

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Virtual Information Session: Legal Administrative Specialist positions

Hosted by Internal Revenue Service

We’re hosting a virtual information session about our Legal Administrative Specialist positions. Estate Tax Legal Specialists conduct examinations of Estate, Gift and Generation-Skipping Transfer tax returns. Because the taxes reflect a lifetime of wealth transfers and planning, the Estate Tax Legal Specialist relies on state and federal law to determine property rights, inclusion of assets and transfer of interests. Specialists regularly interact with highly specialized attorneys, accountants and valuation specialists representing the country’s wealthy taxpayers. During this virtual information session, you’ll hear from Legal Specialists who’ll give you a better understanding of the work they do, day-to-day. Date: Monday, March 18, 2024 Note: To be considered for employment by the IRS, you must be a US citizen (native born or naturalized). To review the duties, qualifications, and location specifics, see the job announcement for more details. This session begins at: 12:00 PM Eastern Time, 11:00 AM Central Time, 10:00 AM Mountain Time, 9:00 AM Pacific Time. Click the Register button to Register today! 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’ll be happy to answer your questions.

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Virtual Session: Tax Examining and Collection Contact Representatives

Are you looking for a challenging but rewarding opportunity? The IRS will be hiring Tax Examining representatives 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’ll also be 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’ll give you a better understanding of the work they do, day-to-day. Note: To be considered for employment by the IRS, you must be a US citizen (native born or naturalized). Date: Monday, March 18, 2024 Time: 3:00 PM Eastern Time, 2:00 PM Central Time, 1:00 PM Mountain Time, 12:00 PM Pacific Time. Click the Register button to Register today! 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’ll be happy to answer your questions.

  • Police Officer (Uniformed Division) - SPEAR

United State Secret Service is hiring! SPEAR Program Info Session

Hosted by U.S. Secret Service

You've imagined finding a great job. But have you ever considered finding it with the U.S. Secret Service? We'll let you in on a secret: We're currently hiring for our SPEAR Program. This is a great opportunity to join the Uniformed Division,and we are looking for candidates like you.

Event date: Monday, March 18, 2024 Event time: 1:00 PM EST – 2:30 PM EST Event platform: Microsoft Teams

Secret Service recruiters will be discussing our agency’s mission, the roles of these law enforcement career opportunities, qualifications and the application process.

At the Secret Service, there's no such thing as "just another day at the office." Consider the possibilities. Then consider this: The secret to having a long and successful career may be closer than you think.

BE TOMORROW'S SECRET SERVICE.

Join The U.S. Secret Service.

We look forward to speaking with you!

Isisnachelly Dwyer Officer Technician U.S. Secret Service Recruiting Team

You've imagined finding a great job. But have you ever considered finding it with the U.S. Secret Service? We'll let you in on a secret: We're currently hiring for our SPEAR Program. This is a great opportunity to join the Uniformed Division, and we are looking for candidates like you.

Event date: Monday, March 18, 2024 Event time: 4:00 PM EST – 5:30 PM EST Event platform: Microsoft Teams

Secret Service recruiters will be discussing our agency’s mission, the roles of these law enforcement career opportunities, qualifications and the application process. At the Secret Service, there's no such thing as "just another day at the office." Consider the possibilities. Then consider this: The secret to having a long and successful career may be closer than you think.

Interviewing for Federal Jobs

Hosted by Office of Personnel Management

This is a cost-free event.   Join the staff of the Recruitment Policy and Outreach (RPO) division of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), for an in-depth presentation on the Federal Government interview process. It explains the types of interviews, delivery methods, common questions, responding using the Situation/Task, Action, Result (STAR) method and preparing for an interview.

  • Supervisory Civil/Environmental Engineer (Consultant)
  • Supervisory Civil/Environmental Engineer (Field Operations)
  • Supervisory Civil/Environmental Engineer (District Engineer)
  • Supervisory Civil/Environmental Engineer
  • Engineering Technician (Civil)
  • Supervisory Civil/Environmental Engineer (Senior Supervisory Field Engineer, PE)
  • Supervisory Civil/Environmental Engineer (Deputy Director for Management Operations)

Indian Health Service - Virtual Information Session

Hosted by Indian Health Service

Are you driven to have a positive impact on public health and have an interest working in culturally and geographically diverse environments?

The Indian Health Service Office of Environmental Health and Engineering’s Division of Sanitation Facilities Construction is hosting a Virtual Information Sessions for engineers on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, from 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET. We have job opportunities for the following careers: • Civil/Environmental Engineers • Engineering Technicians • Construction Control Inspectors • GIS Analysts • Drafters • Land Surveyors Learn more about the program’s mission, career opportunities and locations, and tips on the federal application process.

  • Foreign Service Financial Management Officer

Meet a Foreign Service Finance Manager

Hosted by Department of State

Ready to apply your accounting/financial expertise to the global stage? Register now for a virtual discussion with Foreign Service Financial Management Officers (FMO). This prestigious position offers the chance to live and work in over 270 U.S. embassies and consulates globally, merging accounting/finance and international diplomacy.

Key Benefits:

  • Global Mobility: Relocate every two to three years, overseas and domestic.
  • Comprehensive Support for Overseas Living: Fully funded housing, utilities, schooling for children, travel, and moving expenses, choice of assignments.
  • Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package with locality pay, overseas pay, hardship pay, cost of living allowances, quick promotion rates, and more.
  • Exceptional Benefits: Free overseas housing, health savings accounts, low-cost healthcare premiums, retirement benefits, thrift savings plans, generous leave policies, and paid home leave.  

Who's Perfect for This?

  • Financial management pros with government or business experience.
  • Accountants, analysts, and educators in finance.
  • Specialists in compliance, internal controls, and audits.
  • Professionals in banking, payroll, and treasury operations. 

Why You Can't Miss It?

  • Hear from current officers about the impactful work in diverse environments.
  • Learn about qualifications, including supervisory experience and tech-savviness in financial systems.
  • Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) - DIRECT HIRE (12 MONTH REGISTER) AMENDED

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! Register today!

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

VA/VMSTEP FEDERAL APPPLICATION WEBINAR (INSIDER TIPS AND TECHNIQUES)

Hosted by Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer

During the federal application process session, VMSTEP personnel will present on how to write a Federal Government resume, set up a user account and navigate USAJOBS. Get ready to learn insider tips and tricks for crafting a standout federal application that will get you noticed by top federal employers. You will learn the difference between a private sector and federal resume and tips to enhance describing your experience. Veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses and individuals qualified under Schedule A (People with Disabilities/People with Targeted Disabilities) will leave this session armed with information on how to develop a competitive application and how to craft an effective resume for use in applying for positions with VA and other federal agencies.

USDA Forest Service – Navigating USAJOBS Webinar

Hosted by Forest Service

The Forest Service is hosting webinars to help you through the application process. Join us and get answers to your questions.

Note: You may be prompted to download the free Microsoft Teams application. All webinars will be available to watch on-demand after the date and time listed.

Navigating USAJOBS – Tuesday, March 19, 3-4 p.m. MST

Visit the Forest Service Jobs webpage, fs.usda.gov/fsjobs, to learn more about career opportunities, benefits, hiring events, and resources to help with the application process.

We look forward to working with you.

USDA Forest Service – Eligibilities & Qualifications Webinar

Eligibilities & Qualifications – Wednesday, March 20,10am-11am MST

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

Virtual Office Hours with USPTO Patent Examiners

Hosted by Patent and Trademark Office

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 March 20 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 Insight Compensatory Time & Overtime

Hosted by Treasury, Departmental Offices

This session provides an overview of Federal regulations and Departmental Office policy on compensatory time and overtime, to include travel and religious compensatory time. Specifically addresses: - What are the different types of compensatory time? - How is compensatory/overtime time requested, directed, or approved? - How is it different from credit hours.

For Departmental Office Employees Only Informational Link - catalog Registration Link - https://hcm03.ns2cloud.com/sf/learning?destUrl=https%3a%2f%2ftreas02%2dhcm03%2ens2cloud%2ecom%2flearning%2fuser%2fdeeplink%5fredirect%2ejsp%3flinkId%3dREGISTRATION%26scheduleID%3d519271%26fromSF%3dY&company=TREAS02HCM03

U.S. EPA Region 8 & 9 Federal Careers Virtual Workshop

Hosted by Environmental Protection Agency

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

Participants have the opportunity to learn about EPA Region 8 and 9’s mission, how to navigate USA-Jobs and creating a federal resume. There will be panel discussion to provide a glimpse into variety of careers within the EPA.

Our region covers Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming and 28 sovereign Tribal Nations, with our main operational office in Denver Colorado. Region 8 encompasses the heart of the American West, including much of the Rocky Mountains, Great Plains and Colorado Plateau. Join us to learn how EPA Region 8 contributes to EPA’s mission of protecting human health and the environment.

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

HHS Webinar: Exploring Careers at HHS

Hosted by Department of Health and Human Services

Job Seekers: Attend this informational webinar tailored to landing a career at HHS!

Join us for a free webinar on Wednesday, March 20, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. ET to learn more about the career opportunities that HHS has to offer, ask your questions, and discover opportunities to help you find your next career with HHS.

Learn more and register for this information session today!

Spring Agriculture and Business Career Opportunities Hiring Event!

Apply today! Join the U.S. 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 recent graduates. Jobs are available in a variety of exciting and rewarding occupations such as agriculture, natural resources, and business careers.

Apply on USAJOBS.gov.

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  • Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) - DIRECT HIRE (12 Month Register) AMENDED
  • AMENDED Revenue Officer - Direct Hire (12-Month Roster)
  • Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) - Direct Hire - Incentive eligible-AMENDED

IRS Accounting and Collection Hiring Event in Pittsburgh, PA

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

The IRS is hiring in Pittsburgh, PA!

We are hosting a two-day, in person hiring event for accounting and collection professionals for our Revenue Agent and Revenue Officer positions for the Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas. As a Revenue Agent, you will use your skills in accounting to plan and conduct examinations or make determinations on various federal tax matters. As a Revenue Officer, you will collect tax and secure delinquent tax returns from taxpayers who have not resolved their obligations in response to notices and correspondence. All skill and experience levels will be welcome!

During the event, we will be reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and making job offers on-the-spot to qualified candidates. 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!

Register today!

Unlock Your Foreign Service Career: Master the Application Process

Faced rejection after submitting what seemed like a perfect Foreign Service application? It's time to transform your approach. Unlike private sector resumes, the federal application is your initial interview.

Join our session and break the cycle. Discover how to draft an application that stands out. Learn to craft a narrative that highlights your unique qualifications, meets position requirements, and avoids common pitfalls. What we'll cover:

  • The Essentials: Key differences in federal applications.
  • Building Your Story: Effectively presenting your experiences and skills.
  • Common Mistakes: How to steer clear of them.
  • Live Q&A: Get answers to your specific questions.

Ideal for aspiring Foreign Service professionals in specialized tracks like finance, HR, information technology, diplomatic security, medical services, building operations, and administration. Whether you're new to the process or refining your strategy, gain insights to advance your application.

Register now for invaluable insights into securing your role in the Foreign Service.

DOI Wildland Fire Hiring Event - Denver, CO

Hosted by Department of the Interior

Interested in a fire career with the U.S. Department of the Interior? We're hiring!

Join us for an informational webinar to learn about wildland fire jobs at Interior, how to apply, and how to get the most out of our upcoming career fair on April 6-7 in Denver, Colorado . You'll also hear from an impressive panel of fire personnel from the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Information Session Nashville, TN

Hosted by Veterans Benefits Administration

The Veterans Benefits Administration in Nashville, TN is hosting a virtual information session about the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position serving Veterans.

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (VRCs) provide and coordinate a wide range of rehabilitation, counseling, and case management services to disabled veterans and other eligible individuals. The purpose, objectives, services, and outcomes are developed by the VRC during the evaluation. The program's primary focus will be on helping the veteran find work and set goals and objectives to help them become more independent in their daily lives.

During this information session, you'll hear from a VRC working in the field and gain a better understanding of the work they do day-to-day. We'll also discuss how to write an effective federal resume to highlight your experience. There will be a Q&A session for you to ask questions about the position.

Join the event by clicking the "See more details" button below on March 20, 2024 at 11:00 AM Central Time, to learn about the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position available at the Nashville, TN Regional Office.

Hire Power: Enlightenment on USAID/OTI Hiring Mechanisms

Hosted by U.S. Agency for International Development

Join the USAID/the Office of Transition Initiatives’ (OTI) Recruitment Team to get the answers to all of your burning hiring questions! We will delve into the various hiring mechanisms used by OTI and how they differ, what roles each mechanism generally fills, and some overall tips for applying to positions with OTI. Go to our website for more information!

  • Appraiser - Direct Hire (12 Month Register)
  • Economist Direct Hire (12 Month Register)
  • General Engineer Direct Hire (12 Month Register) AMENDED
  • Business Appraiser 12-Month Roster (Direct Hire)
  • Tax Law Specialist (Direct Hire)

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 who will be discussing the following positions:   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!

IRS Recruitment Event for Revenue Agents in the San Diego, CA area

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Circle

The IRS is having an  in-person  recruitment event in San Diego, California. Please schedule your preferred in-person interview time starting at 9:00 AM local time (with last appointment timeslot at 2:00 PM) by clicking on the Get Tickets link.

LIMITED ONE REGISTRATION TIMESLOT PER PERSON. *Registration will close March 15, 2024, 10:00 PM Eastern Whether you’re a student exploring future career options, a recent graduate ready to enter the workforce, or 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 more information about the position and its requirements: Internal RA (Examiner) Direct Hire (12 Mo Reg) USAJOBS - Job Announcement We look forward to meeting you! Note:  To be considered for employment by the IRS, you must be a US citizen (native born or naturalized). Event Details:  Recruitment Event for Revenue Agents Location : DoubleTree by Hilton | Hotel Circle,1515 Hotel Circle South San Diego, CA 92108 Date:  Wednesday, March 20, 2024 Time : 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Local Time

USCIS Miami & Caribbean District Information Session

Hosted by Citizenship and Immigration Services

Join the USCIS Field Operations Directorate, Miami and Caribbean District for a job information session on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 12 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss opportunities across the District, with offices in Miami, Hialeah, Kendall, and Oakland Park, FL, San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Charlotte Amalie, Virgin Islands. We are filling numerous entry-level positions and invite you to learn more! This event is hosted on Microsoft Teams. At the time of the event:

  • Join on your computer or mobile app ( Click here to join the meeting )
  • Or call in (audio only) at +1 202-695-8723 Phone Conference ID: 291 231 285#

Contact [email protected] with any questions regarding this event. USCIS is the government agency that oversees lawful immigration to the United States, upholding America’s promise as a nation of welcome and possibility with fairness, integrity, and respect for all we serve. Every day, we change lives. Click the link below to learn more about USCIS.

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.

IRS Washington DC Hiring Event - Accountants and Engineers

Embassy Suites by Hilton - Washington DC Convention Center

The IRS is hiring Accountants and Engineers in Washington, DC!

During this two-day event, we will be hiring entry-level to senior-level accountants for our Revenue Agent positions and experienced engineers for our General Engineer  positions for the Washington DC area. We will be reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and making offers on-the-spot to qualified individuals. This is a great opportunity to meet with us in person to apply.

Join us to start your career with purpose and work for an agency that will allow you to have the perfect work/life balance!

CIGIE's Semi-Annual Career Fair

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Hosted by Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency

Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency Semi-Annual Career Fair

One Day, One Place, More Than 30 Employers. Come Find Your Next Great Career or Internship at the CIGIE Career Fair! Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with more than 30 Federal Offices of Inspectors General and find out about available and future positions! High school students, college students (all majors), recent graduates, law students, and all other career seekers are encouraged to attend!

Register for this FREE event by March 15, 2024. Register via SmartSheet

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20410 Parking available at L’Enfant Plaza Metro stops: L’Enfant Plaza or Federal Triangle

Date: March 28, 2024 Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

What to Bring: • Must be a U.S. citizen to participate • Government ID (e.g. driver's license or passport) required to enter the building • Your resume (optional)

If you have any questions, need additional information, or for reasonable accommodation requests, please contact [email protected].

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 on March 28  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 for this event.

For more information, contact  [email protected] .

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 who graduated, or is graduating this year, with a focus in any of these fields (or related 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. Take the next step forward in your journey today by joining us on March 28  at noon ET for an informational webinar on becoming a patent examiner.

  • Can't make it? Watch a pre-recorded version here .
  • When you are ready to apply, submit your application via USAJOBS .
  • For more info, contact  [email protected] .

IRS Los Angeles, CA Senior Revenue Agent Hiring Event

Los Angeles Convention Center

The IRS is hiring! Join us in Los Angeles, CA for an in-person hiring event for experienced, senior-level accountants to apply for our Revenue Agent positions. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your existing accounting career as part of an Agency who offers unparalleled career growth and advancement opportunities. In addition to exceptional benefits and work-life balance, you will join a diverse and dedicated workforce committed to serving the American public.

During this event, we will be conducting interviews, reviewing resumes and making job offers on-the-spot to qualified candidates. If selected, you will be able to complete several pre-employment steps, such as fingerprinting, during the event.

Don't miss this opportunity to begin a career with purpose! Register to Attend!

IRS Puerto Rico - Customer Service Reps (Bilingual-Spanish)

Puerto Rico Convention Center

The IRS is hiring in Puerto Rico! Do not miss this opportunity to begin your career with purpose!

The IRS is hiring 500 Bilingual (Spanish) Contact Representatives, also known as customer service representatives, in Puerto Rico. As a Bilingual (Spanish) Contact Representative, you will provide over-the-phone technical assistance to individuals and businesses. You will apply the tax code while addressing a wide range of issues to assist taxpayers in understanding and meeting their tax responsibilities. No prior tax knowledge is required; we will provide the training needed to prepare you to be successful.

This is an excellent opportunity to start an entry level career or grow your existing career as part of an Agency who offers unparalleled growth and advancement opportunities. In addition to the exceptional benefits and work -life balance, you will join a diverse and dedicate workforce committed to serving the American public.

During this 3-day, in-person hiring event, we will be reviewing resumes and education transcripts (if using to qualify) and making job offers to qualified applicants.

Register to attend today!

USDA Forest Service - Tips for Job Seekers Webinar

Tips for Job Seekers – Tuesday, April 2, 10am-11am MST

USDA Forest Service - Resume Webinar

Federal Resumes – Wednesday, April 3, 3pm-4pm. MST

IRS Puerto Rico Hiring Event - Variety of Positions

The IRS is hosting a hiring event for a variety of positions for Puerto Rico. We will be offering positions that are entry-to-senior level and management career opportunities, such as:

  • IT Specialists
  • Revenue Agents
  • Tax Law Specialists
  • Translators (Spanish)
  • Supervisory Customer Service positions

During this 3-day, in-person hiring event, we will be reviewing resumes and education transcripts, conducting interviews, and making job offers to qualified applicants.

IRS Puerto Rico-Veterans and Ind with Disabilities (Sch A)

The IRS is hiring eligible Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities (Schedule A) in Puerto Rico!

The IRS is hosting a 2-day hiring event for a variety of positions open only to eligible veterans and individuals with disabilities for Puerto Rico. We will be offering positions that are entry-to-mid career opportunities, such as: ·       Management and Program Analyst ·       Safety and Occupational Health Specialist ·       Mechanical Engineer ·       Electrical Engineer ·       Architect

This is an excellent opportunity to start an entry level career or grow your existing career as part of an Agency who offers unparalleled growth and advancement opportunities. In addition to the exceptional benefits and work-life balance, you will join a diverse and dedicate workforce committed to serving the American public.

During this 2-day, in-person hiring event, we will be verifying eligibility, reviewing resumes and education transcripts, conducting interviews, and making job offers to qualified applicants. To apply, veterans and individuals with disabilities must meet the requirements for an excepted service appointment. To determine eligibility, click on the register link for complete details.

NLRB 4th Annual Virtual Meet and Greet Webinar

Hosted by National Labor Relations Board

You are cordially invited to attend the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) 4th Annual Virtual Meet and Greet Webinar. The webinar will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EST. The theme for this year is Envision Your Career at the NLRB . During the webinar, you can engage with Attorneys, Field Examiners, and other dedicated professionals through interactive breakout sessions. We will also cover topics such as student programs, internships, Federal resume writing, and benefits. Session Topics: ·         Attorney Career Path: Enforcing Workplace Democracy ·         Field Examiner Career Path: Protecting Workplace Democracy ·         Mission Support Career Path:  Helping the Agency’s Mission ·         Opportunities Await You at the NLRB: Envision Your Career with Us

This is an excellent opportunity to learn about our agency’s mission and consider a future career in the public sector. You are invited to take our pre-event survey using the following link: Meet & Greet Pre-Event Survey Click the button below to register.

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!

…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 April 3rd, 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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The IRS is hiring! Join us in Los Angeles, CA to apply for positions in accounting, collection, and engineering. We are looking to fill hundreds of vacancies for the following positions: ·       Revenue Agents ·       Revenue Officers ·       General Engineers This is an excellent opportunity to start an entry level career or grow your existing career as part of an Agency who offers unparalleled career growth and advancement opportunities. In addition to exceptional benefits and work-life balance, you will join a diverse and dedicated workforce committed to serving the American public.

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Housekeeping Aid Hiring Event-St. Cloud Minnesota

St. Cloud VA Medical Center

Hosted by Department of Veterans Affairs

We are looking for housekeeping aids for: Evening Shift (Mon. – Fri., 4:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., occasional weekends).

To schedule an interview call 320-255-6301 or email [email protected]

Saturday April 6, 2024 8 a.m. to Noon Bldg. 1 (Main Entrance) St. Cloud VA Medical Center 4801 Veterans Drive

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  • Registered Nurse - Community Living Center Short Stay Rehabilitation SIGN-ON BONUS
  • Nursing Assistant- Short Stay Rehab
  • Nursing Assistant - Community Living Center
  • Registered Nurse - Community Living Center ELIGIBLE FOR INCENTIVES
  • Licensed Practical Nurse - Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program
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Nursing Hiring Event-St. Cloud VA Minnesota

Hiring Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Nursing Assistants (NAs) for our inpatient care (24/7) units.

Must pre-register & schedule an interview in advance. Call 320-255-6301 or email [email protected]

Saturday, April 6, 2024 8 a.m. to Noon Bldg. 1 (Main Entrance) St. Cloud VA Medical Center

Bring your resume, references, and a copy of school transcript. Offering both full and part-time positions. Recruitment bonuses available to qualified candidates!

Colorado Fire Hire and Career Fair

Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Center

Colorado Fire Hire and Career Fair April 6-7, 2024 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Center 15500 East 40th Avenue Denver, Colorado

At the career fair, tentative job offers may be made on the spot. Interviews can be scheduled until 4:00 p.m. each day. Wildland fire and human resources representatives from the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will be onsite.

They will offer:

  • Live wildland fire career presentations
  • Resume café
  • In-person interviews
  • USAJOBS tips and tricks

If you can't attend in person, join us for an informational webinar to learn about wildland fire jobs, how to apply, etc.

Wildland Fire Hire and Career Fair Webinar March 20, 2024 virtually 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time Register here! Questions? Contact [email protected] .

FEB Campus Series Spring 2024 Session 2: Writing Your Resume

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 Center for Federal Executive Board (FEB) Operations present the Federal Executive Board Campus Series 2024.  This four-session series is open to all students, recent graduates, and campus professionals (career services, faculty, Department heads, etc.). 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.

Session 2:  Writing Your Resume for Federal Jobs   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.

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Job Fair - Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Forrest City, AR

Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Forrest City Training Center

Hosted by Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Department of Justice (DOJ) Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Forrest City, Arkansas

Date: April 10, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CST) Location: FCC Forrest City Training Center, 1400 Dale Bumpers Road, Forrest City, AR 72335 **Look for the mobile van

What to Bring: 2 forms of Identification (one with photo), detailed resume from USAJOBS.gov, military documents and college transcript (if applicable)

For additional information contact FCC Forrest City at telephone number 870-494-4271 or email at [email protected].

…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 April 10th, 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!

FEB Campus Series Spring 2024 Session 3: Interviewing for Federal Jobs

Session 3: Interviewing for Federal Jobs   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.

Hampton VA Medical Center Job Fair -POSITIONS FOR NORTH BATTLEFIELD VA

Hosted by Veterans Health Administration

JOB FAIR - SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 2024 8 A.M. TO 2 P.M. BLDG 83 100 EMANCIPATION DRIVE HAMPTON, VA 23667

Submit all documentation to [email protected] No later than midnight March 13, 2024

Those who submit their resumes by March 13, 2024, may be scheduled for an interview. Following the interview, if you are given an offer, please plan to stay 3 to 4 hours to complete the hiring process.

Positions include both Supervisory and Non-Supervisory:

  • Physicians (Primary Care and Mental Health)
  • Physician Assistants (Primary Care and Mental Health)
  • Nurse Practitioners (Primary Care and Mental Health)
  • Registered Nurses:

Primary Care Mental Health Multi Specialty

Licensed Practical Nurses

Psychologists

Social Workers (Primary Care and Mental Health)

Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselors

Please be sure to submit or bring the following (If Walk-Ins):

  • Two forms of ID; Current ID, Social Security Card, Driver's License or Passport
  • Naturalization paperwork if a Naturalized U.S. Citizen
  • Proof of Citizenship
  • Resume (include, month/year and hours worked), NOTE: Two References requested (at least 1 from current or former supervisor)
  • Certification/Licensure, Transcripts
  • SF-50 (if current or former federal employee)
  • COVID Vaccine Card
  • Current medication list and information needed to complete your medical history
  • DD 214, SF-15, VA Disability Letter

Navigating USAJOBS – Tuesday, April 16, 3pm-4pm MST

Eligibilities & Qualifications – Wednesday, April 17, 10am-11am MST

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 April 17.

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!

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:

When you are ready to apply, submit your application via USAJOBS . For more information, contact  [email protected] .

FEB Campus Series Spring 2024 Session 4: Pathways Programs

Session 4: Pathways Programs for Students and Recent Graduates   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.

…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 April 24th, 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!

HHS Webinar: Navigating Federal Employment as a Military Spouse

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.

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

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 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 bene?ts and why employees love to work here. You do not need to register for this event.

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.

…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.

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.

U.S. EPA Region 8 (Denver, CO) Federal Careers Virtual Workshop

Our region covers Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming and 28 sovereign Tribal Nations, with our main operational office in Denver Colorado. Region 8 encompasses the heart of the American West, including much of the Rocky Mountains, Great Plains and Colorado Plateau. Join us to learn how EPA Region 8 contributes to EPA’s mission of protecting human health and the environment

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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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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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OPM has identified five executive core qualifications (ECQs). The executive core qualifications define the competencies needed to build a federal corporate culture that drives for results, serves customers, and builds successful teams and coalitions within and outside the organization. The Executive Core Qualifications are required for entry to the Senior Executive Service and are used by many departments and agencies in selection, performance management, and leadership development for management and executive positions. The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential-not technical expertise.

Successful performance in the SES requires competence in each ECQ. The ECQs are interdependent; successful executives bring all five to bear when providing service to the Nation. Announcements of individual SES vacancies and SES Candidate Development Programs (CDPs) generally include the ECQs. Go to USAJOBS for information on SES and CDP opportunities. OPM's Guide to the Senior Executive Service Qualifications provides detailed information on the Executive Core Qualifications.

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