Once you’ve found a government job you’re interested in (see Part 1: How Do I Find Government Jobs?), you need to understand the federal job announcements to be sure you are qualified for the job and to successfully apply for the position.

The government is the single largest employer in the United States, with more than 20 million employees. Working in the public sector can be a good choice if you are a transitioning military member, as you have first-hand experience with the culture and how the federal government operates.

You might think that a resume is all you need to apply for a federal job, but what is in it might decide whether or not you get an interview.  Learn more in the following post.

Sure, the federal government can now accept just a resume…you aren’t required to address any of the qualification requirements…isn’t that good news? No! It’s bad advice! This was done in an effort to reduce the burden on federal applicants – which is a good thing – but if you don’t address the qualification requirements, how can you expect the resume reviewer (HR Staffing Specialist) to know whether you are qualified or not?

Have you ever thought about working for the federal government?  There are many benefits, as mentioned in the following post.

Are you looking for a new job?  If you’re interested in applying for a position with the federal government, the following post might appeal to you.

Whether you are currently employed or not, you need a change. Maybe you need more money, maybe you want to climb the corporate ladder, maybe you just need a change – a new challenge.

Applying for a federal job is cumbersome and confusing.