PROCESS

OF APPLYING FOR FED. JOBS

 

I.  PREPARATION:

    A.  You need to gather the information needed, such as:

        a.  DD-214

        b.  High School Diploma / GED / College Transcripts

        c.  If you are a Service Disabled Veteran or a Purple Heart recipient, contact the VA for a "Veterans    Preference Letter, SF-15, or click here for more information.

        d.  Prepare a general RESUME that includes your Education, Work History, Accomplishments, Special Skills, etc..  Click Here for assistance.  We suggest you go to O*Net Online, for Job Descriptions and Job Requirements.  This information can also be very useful when completing a Job Application.

II.  APPLICATION PROCESS:

    A.  You need to set up a Personal Account at www.USAJOBS.gov .  For detailed instructions, Click Here.  (Be sure to Save your UserID and Password.)

    B.  If you "Created a New Agent" when you set up your Account, new Job Solicitations will automatically be sent to you via email.  You should review the Announcement carefully, to ensure you have the basic Qualifications.

    C.  When you submit your Application for a Job, you will be required to complete an "On-Line Assessment".  The purpose is to measure your Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, (KSA's), that are important for successful job performance.  This is the first Review of your application for a job.  Be very careful to give yourself Full Credit for all of your accomplishments.  If you Undervalue your abilities and accomplishments in the On-Line Assessment, it is unlikely that you will get an interview...

    D.  When you apply, be sure to Review and Modify your Resume, to ensure it addresses each of the (KSA's) mentioned in the Job Announcement.  (More than one Resume can be stored at USAJOBS.gov or one can be uploaded.)

    E.  Your Resume should specifically address the Issues discussed in the "On-Line Assessment".  (Very Important.)

    F.  You will need to submit a copy of your High School Diploma / GED or College Transcripts, DD-214 and eligibility for Veterans Preference.

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