The Federal Job Search

NEWS YOU CAN USE TODAY

JUNE 2017

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

JUNE CAREER THEME: FEDERAL CAREERS

TRUE OF FALSE? ............................................................ 2 FEDERAL WEBINAR SERIES SIGN UP LINKS & INFO ....... 3 FACULTY SPOTLIGHT ..................................................... 5 FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES ...................... 6 HELFUL LINKS FOR YOUR FED JOB SEARCH ................. 13 PATHWAYS PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS AND GRADS ... 14 FEDERAL RESUME TEMPLATE ...................................... 15 FBI RESUME TEMPLATE ............................................... 16 HOW TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR RESUME TO A JOB ........... 17 WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR FED RESUME .................. 19 CREATING AN E-PORTFOLIO ........................................ 21 SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE FEDS ..................................... 22 FEDERAL INTERVIEW PREP FROM GOVLOOP ............... 23

CJ Career at SNHU continues to explore various career paths that you can pursue with your CJ degree. As with all of our newsletters, this one is dedicated to the idea of career planning. For those of you still undecided about which path to take, this is an opportunity for you to research your options. Take a look at this issue as we explore how to pursue a career with the Federal Government! PREVIEW OF TOPICS ….

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A federal resume should not exceed two pages

I must move to Washington, DC if I want to work for the Federal Government because most federal

jobs are in DC

Resumes are scanned for keywords by an automated system

The job announcement looks like it has been written with someone in mind.

You have to know someone to get a federal job

You need security clearance to qualify for a federal job

You need to tailor your federal resume to each position

All agencies post their jobs on USAJOBS.gov

Answers are found in this issue!

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JUNE 2017: FEDERAL WEBINAR SERIES IS COMING TO SNHU

You don’t need to live in New Hampshire to attend!

Watch, interact, and get the information you need from the comfort of your own home or office! There are 4 different sessions tailored to your unique situation and interest level: One Presentation for Veterans/Military Students and 3 presentations for All SNHU Students! This includes: How to get a Federal career working in the private sector and our popular Federal Panel with various agency representatives on hand to address your unique questions. See the details about the 4 presentations this month and register for the ones that interest you. All you will need to do is fill in basic information to secure your spot, as space is limited. Register today… details are as follows:

REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING FEDERAL WEBINARS TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT.

On Wednesday, June 14th we have a special presentation just for our military and veteran students seeking a Federal

career after the military Learn about veteran’s preference. Perhaps you have questions… is age an issue? How can I get

started? How can I transition from a military career to a federal career?

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW: http://bit.ly/2qJJ5Yy

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FEDERAL OCCUPATIONS IN THE PRIVATE SECTOR – 6/21/2017 - 7PM EST Apply for and securing a Federal job can take up to 6 months or longer. One way you can expedite the hiring process and start to

gain relevant experience is by working for a private or corporate government contractor. How? Join us to learn more!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW: http://bit.ly/2r88lX6

FEDERAL PANEL 1 SESSION 1 – 6/28/2017 – 12 PM EST

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW: http://bit.ly/2rmTjxV

FEDERAL PANEL 2 SESSION 2 – 6/28/2017 - 7PM EST

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW: http://bit.ly/2rAt3Ny

OUR 2 PANELS CONSIST OF HIRING AUTHORITIES FROM THE FBI, SECRET SERVICE, DEA, GENERAL SERVICES AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND MORE!

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CJ - - FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

Chris Davis is an adjunct instructor here at SNHU. He worked for a local police

department for over 17 years and was the Support Services Manager. Chris was

responsible for accreditation, records, crime analysis, animal control, the 911 center,

and also victim services. He is also retired from the US Air Force, where he worked

with the Security Police for 20 years. He has supervised anywhere from 8-148

employees in federal, local government, and private settings. He has a M.S. and B.S.

in Criminal Justice from Eastern Kentucky University and the University of Maryland.

In his spare time Chris is a huge sports fan and will watch anything from rugby to

billiards. His favorite sports to watch are professional football and college

basketball. He also plays fantasy football....check out his photo!

INSPIRATION STATION

CHRIS DAVIS SNHU INSTRUCTOR

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Federal Law Enforcement Agencies The following are U.S. Federal law enforcement agencies. Click on the links to launch their official agency websites and navigate to their career/employment pages to identify jobs of interest to you.

U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations

http://www.osi.af.mil/

U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms

http://www.atf.gov/

U.S. Central Intelligence Agency

www.cia.gov

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

http://www.cbp.gov/

U.S. Defense Criminal Investigative Service

http://www.dodig.mil/inv_dcis/index.cfm

Defense Intelligence Agency

www.dia.mil

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security

https://www.dhs.gov/homeland-security-careers/student-and-recent-grads

U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration

http://www.usdoj.gov/dea/index.htm

U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation

http://www.fbi.gov/

Federal Protective Service

https://www.dhs.gov/topic/federal-protective-service

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

http://www.ice.gov/index.htm

U.S. IRS Criminal Investigations Division

http://www.irs.gov/uac/Criminal-Enforcement-1

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U.S. Marshal

http://www.usdoj.gov/marshals/

U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service

http://www.ncis.navy.mil/

U.S. Postal Inspection Service

http://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/

U.S. State Department Bureau of Diplomatic Security

http://www.state.gov/m/ds/

U.S. SECRET SERVICE

http://www.secretservice.gov/

OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERALS

U.S. Agency for International Development, Office of Inspector General

https://oig.usaid.gov/

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U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of Inspector General

http://www.usda.gov/oig/invest.htm

U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of Inspector General

www.oig.doc.gov

U.S. Department of Defense, Office of Inspector General

https://www.defense.gov/

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Inspector General

www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/oig/index.html

U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Inspector General

https://energy.gov/

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Office of Inspector General

http://www.oig.hhs.gov

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Office of Inspector General

www.dhs.gov/dhspublic

U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, Office of Inspector General www.hud.gov/offices/oig

U.S. Department of Interior, Office of Inspector General

http://www.doioig.gov/

U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Inspector General

www.usdoj.gov/oig

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Inspector General

https://www.epa.gov/office-inspector-general

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Office of Inspector General

https://www.eeoc.gov/eeoc/oig/

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U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General

https://uspsoig.gov/investigations

U.S. National Aeronautics & Space Administration, Office of Inspector

General

https://oig.nasa.gov/

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Inspector General

http://www.nrc.gov/insp-gen/invesprog.html

U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Office of Inspector General

http://www.opm.gov/oig/html/investigations.asp

U.S. Railroad Retirement Board, Office of Inspector General

https://www.rrb.gov/oig/

U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Inspector General

www.sba.gov/ig

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U.S. Social Security Administration, Office of Inspector General

www.ssa.gov/oig

U.S. State Department, Office of Inspector General

http://oig.state.gov/isp/

U.S. Department of Transportation, Office of Inspector General

www.oig.dot.gov

U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Inspector General

www.treas.gov/oig

U.S. Treasury IG for Tax Administration

http://www.treas.gov/tigta/oi.shtml

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Inspector General

www.va.gov/oig

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HELPFUL LINKS FOR YOUR FEDERAL JOB SEARCH

https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/Studio_Recruitment.aspx This is our latest webpage that contains information for Federal Employees and also for Job Seekers. The Applicant Tools and Resources provide numerous videos and documents to assist applicants with the Federal hiring process. https://www.usajobs.gov/ USAJOBS is the Federal Government’s official one-stop source for federal jobs and employment information. http://www.usa.gov/directory/federal/index.shtml An index of U.S. Government departments and agencies with links to their websites. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85Lh1SA0F3g A short tutorial explaining the Pathways Internship Program https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Federal_Occupations This page offers information on a wide array of occupations within the Federal government. https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/What_occupations_are_available_in_the_federal_government This page provides a list of the occupational “families” and a description of what types of positions are included in each. https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Federal_Occupations_by_College_Major This is a list of academic majors and some Federal occupations directly related to those majors. http://www.opm.gov/faqs/topic/employment/index.aspx This site allows the user to type in keywords in order to get answers to their questions. http://www.dllr.state.md.us/mil2fedjobs/mil_search.aspx This site helps to find out what federal jobs are related to specific military occupations. http://www.careeronestop.org/ This site offers a multitude of additional information for the job seeker. http://www.careerinfonet.org/skills/?ES=Y&EST=skills+profiler This tool helps the job seeker create a list of skills they possess and match them to job types that use those skills. http://youtu.be/HY5Z_pfFUK4?list=UUAGtfAdoxif6an9xM6YUIAQ This is a short tutorial covering the basics of navigating USAJOBS.gov. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk This is a short tutorial that points out the major tips to writing a Federal resume. https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Tips This is a listing of additional videos that may help to answer job seeker questions. http://www.fedshirevets.gov/ This is the one-stop resource for Federal veteran employment information.

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The Pathways Programs offer clear paths to Federal internships for students from high school through post-graduate

school and to careers for recent graduates, and provide meaningful training and career development opportunities for

individuals who are at the beginning of their Federal service. As a student or recent graduate, you can begin your career

in the Federal government by choosing the path that best describes you and where you are in your academics:

Internship Program: This program is for current students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions

from high school to graduate level, with paid opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers

while still in school. Additional information about the Internship Program.

Recent Graduates Program: This program is for individuals who have recently graduated from qualifying

educational institutions or programs and seek a dynamic, career development program with training and

mentorship. To be eligible, applicants must apply within two years of degree or certificate completion (except

for veterans precluded from doing so due to their military service obligation, who will have up to six years to

apply).Additional information about the Recent Graduates Program.

Presidential Management Fellows Program: For more than three decades, the PMF Program has been the

Federal government’s premier leadership development program for advanced degree candidates. This program

is now for individuals who have received a qualifying advanced degree within the preceding two years. For

complete program information, visit: www.pmf.gov.

For additional information on the Pathways Programs overall, please visit:

https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/

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FEDERAL RESUME TEMPLATE

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FBI RESUME TEMPLATE

John Doe

123 Street, Washington, DC 20001 (703) 555-5555 | johndoe@email.com

Date available to begin work: Immediately SUMMARY STATEMENT College educated with 4 years of managerial experience working in Finance, Operations and Customer Relations. Strives to exceed professional and personal goals. Strong written and verbal communication skills. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Finance from J. Edgar Hoover University. Employment

My self-motivation, hard work and dedication all contribute to the continuing success of my employer. Technically competent. Natural leader and team player.

Personal

Strong work ethic with a positive approach. Continuously striving to achieve goals and exceed expectations. Organized and focused.

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE Financial Manager, May 2012 to Present XYZ Company, Washington, DC Salary: $70,000 Job Type: 40 hours per week, Full-Time Supervisor: Jane Dane, (012) 345-6789 See Federal Resume Guide for description requirements. OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE See Federal Resume Guide for description requirements. EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Finance, May 2012 J. Edgar Hoover University, Washington, DC, GPA 3.8 CERTIFICATIONS/ACHIEVEMENTS Certified Financial Planner Certification, June 2014 CFP Board, Washington, DC TRAINING Supervising Employee Performance, Conduct, and Leave, February 2-4, 2015: 24 hours OPM Training Center, Washington, DC VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE / COMMUNITY SERVICE Make a Wish Foundation Charity Drive, July 2014 Washington, DC Started fundraiser at XYZ Company and raised $2 in 4 weeks from donations given by employees.

NOTE: The FBI also requires its applicants to complete the SF86 Form: SF86-10.pdf

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HOW TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR RESUME

Your resume should read very similar to their job description. While on any given job, you perform major and minor

duties. When you write your resume, you should highlight the duties that correspond with the position for which you

are applying. So here is a quick tutorial on customizing your resume.

Read the requirements VERY carefully paying attention to keywords like, OR, REQUIRED, DESIRED, AND, etc. It is

expected that you meet the job requirements in that job announcement. Of course there are entry level roles, so once

again read carefully.

If you know you have performed a specific function, task, or worked with a software program they are requesting in

their announcement and have not included that on your current resume – you need to add it on under those jobs before

you apply.

NOTES:

The Federal government is not concerned with gaps in your work history. If you are qualified based on their job announcement – apply.

Don’t go back further than 10 years, unless you have been at the same company for at least that long OR a job you held longer than 10 years ago pertains to the job for which you are applying.

Once size does not fit all – sending the same resume to various jobs will not yield you results and you will be disqualified because of lack of qualifications. Run your resume and the job description through www.jobscan.co – this site is amazing and will help you determine the percentage with which you match the job you are applying for.

Don’t assume they know what you did based on your title – explain your competencies in context to the job you are applying for. Be specific about the software you have used, business processes related to your field, certifications and state at least 1 accomplishment that made you successful in that role. All of this is critical. Work with a career advisor at SNHU if you need assistance in customizing your resume to a specific job. cocecareer@snhu.edu

Use a professional summary instead of an OBJECTIVE because employers are interested in what you have to offer them

– not the opposite. Thus the PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY should include 5-7 STRONG skills requested in their job posting

with which you have experience. Do not misrepresent yourself.

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RESUME CUSTOMIZATION:

1. Look at your resume and assign a letter to each job in your work history - starting with A (or you can just write the name of the company in step 4)

2. Look at the job description – copy it into a Word document.

3. Next highlight the text in red - any functions you have performed in previous work experience in red

4. In parenthesis next to that highlighted function Place the capitalized letter of the corresponding job you executed that function [for example – ran reports and data analysis (A) or (at KPMG and PWC)]

5. Once you have pulled out your experience from their job description, copy and paste the highlighted functions into your resume as written in their job description FOR NOW. If you did the same function at multiple jobs (A, B, C, etc.) – please copy it over as is under any job to which it applies. Make sure it is still highlighted in red.

6. Once this is done you will have a longer resume with a bunch of red highlights, do not panic you are almost done customizing your resume for that job.

7. Finally, reword the highlighted skills so that you are not copying it verbatim. You want to articulate exactly how you performed that skill in each job. – Here is where that job function becomes specific to your experience. While you are rewording – be sure to use some of their KEYWORDS (for example “reporting”, “MS Excel,” “analysis”, “communication”, etc.)

8. NOW… change all of your text back to black – no more red lettering should be visible

9. Now add any note-worthy accomplishment(s) to each job – IF it is in context to the job you are applying for, using percentages of improvement OR other quantifiable achievements. This is where supplemental documents such as certificates of achievement, awards and recognitions can be uploaded or highlighted in your e-portfolio. Demonstration of skills. Is important. View the OPM PDF of their webinar to learn more if you need more information.

10. Once all of your changes are in place, BE CAREFUL TO look over the format of your resume to make sure it is consistent.

11. Finally run your resume through www.jobscan.co to see how well your newly customized resume aligns with the requirements of that job. In one box you will copy and paste your new resume and in the other box – the job description. The site will tell you what percentage you match and give you advice on how to improve your standing.

12. Fine-tune your resume based on that feedback and you are ready to apply. If you wish to have an extra set of eyes review your resume and you have time, contact your dedicated career advisor. BE COGNIZANT of the deadline – giving your advisor at least 48 hours to review and return any changes. www.cocecareer@snhu.edu

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WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR RESUME

Most Effective Resumes

The most effective resumes when applying for federal jobs are those that clearly articulate how an applicant’s skills and experiences align to the selection criteria defined by the job opportunity announcement. Applicants should always tailor their resume to the job opportunity to which they are applying. Consider these additional tips in ensuring you’ve created and are using the most effective resume.

Pay Attention to Keywords

Whether you’re writing your first resume or updating an existing one, stop and think about which keywords you need to add based on the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required for the position. You could be the most qualified person for the position, but you could be lost in a sea of applicants without the right keywords.

A Single Keyword Communicates Multiple Skills and Qualifications

When a recruiter reads the keyword “analyst,” he or she might assume you have experience in collecting data, evaluating effectiveness, and researching and developing new processes. Just one keyword can have tremendous power and deliver a huge message.

Study Job Opportunity Announcements

This is the best way to determine important keywords. Review several job opportunity announcements, similar to your ideal position – even those in other geographic areas. You’re looking to find skills, experience, education and other credentials important in that occupation. Focus on the “requirements,” “skills” or “qualifications” sections of job ads, and look for “buzzwords” and desirable credentials for your ideal job.

Be Concise

Recruiters often receive dozens or even hundreds of applications for certain positions. The first step involves quickly skimming through submissions and eliminating candidates who clearly are not qualified. Look at your resume and ask:

Can a hiring manager see my main credentials within 10 to 15 seconds?

Does critical information jump off the page?

Do I effectively sell myself on the top quarter of the first page?

The Sales Pitch

It is crucial that your resume effectively sells your credentials. Key selling points need to be prominently displayed at the top of the first page of the resume and directly address each question asked in the KSA section. For example, if an advanced degree is an important qualification, it shouldn’t be buried at the end of a four-page resume. If a KSA question asks about your writing ability, immediately detail that applicable experience.

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Use an Editor’s Eye

A resume doesn’t have to contain every detail of your work experience. So be judicious. If your college days are far behind you, does it really matter that you pledged a fraternity or delivered pizza? The editing step will be difficult if you are holding on to your past for emotional reasons.

Use Numbers to Highlight Your Accomplishments

If you were a recruiter looking at a resume, which of the following entries would impress you more?

Wrote news releases.

Wrote 25 news releases in a three-week period under daily deadlines.

Clearly the second statement carries more weight, because it uses numbers to quantify the writer’s accomplishment. It provides context that helps the reader understand the degree of difficulty involved in the task. Numbers are powerful resume tools that will help your accomplishments draw the attention they deserve from prospective employers. With just a little thought, you can find effective ways to quantify your successes on your resume.

Think Money

All organizations are concerned about money. So think about and articulate ways you’ve saved money, earned money, or managed money in your internships, part-time jobs and extracurricular activities. A few possibilities may include:

Identified, researched and recommended a new Internet Service Provider, cutting the company’s online costs by 15 percent.

Wrote prospect letter that has brought in more than $25,000 in donations to date.

Managed a student organization budget of more than $7,000.

Think Time

“Time is money.” Organizations are constantly looking for ways to save time, perform work more efficiently, and meet internal and external deadlines. So, whatever you can do on your resume to show that you can save time, make time or manage time will grab the recruiter’s immediate attention.

Here are some time-oriented examples:

Assisted with twice-monthly payroll activities, ensuring employees were paid as expected and on time.

Attended high school basketball games, interviewed players and coaches afterward, and composed 750-word articles by an 11 p.m. deadline.

Suggested procedures that decreased average order-processing time from 10 minutes to five minutes.

GOOD LUCK!!!

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CREATING AN E-PORTFOLIO

Some jobs require that you upload supplemental documents: MS Word, PDF and JPEG photo files are recommended. However, if you are interested in housing your documents on the web by creating an e-portfolio, you can scan transcripts, certifications, licenses, and other required documents and upload them to an online portal.

In addition to uploading your documents, you may want to provide a link to your e-portfolio on your cover letter or share them while interacting on social media. Here are sites you could use to create an e-portfolio: www.slideshare.com (LinkedIn) www.google.com (Google Plus)

Additional resources are visible above.

WATCH THE WEBINAR ON CREATING A PORTFOLIO NOW: https://snhu.adobeconnect.com/_a798560077/p9k8z54ji6w/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal Links to Accompanying Resources for the Portfolio Webinar (you will need to log on to MySNHU to access these):

The Writings on the Wall Webinar Slides Optimal Resume Instructions SNHU Career E-Portfolio Resources SNHU Career Tipsheet - Constructing an E-Portfolio

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THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AND SOCIAL MEDIA In addition to their websites, the Federal government has become very savvy, integrating social media into their recruitment strategy to appeal to a broader range of professionals from the new grad to the seasoned executive manager. Here are the various social media pages created by USAJOBs.gov. Other governmental agencies also have a social media presence. Check out which agencies are followed by USAJOBs!

Interacting is a great way to market yourself and build your professional network. Keep in mind, no matter who refers you, your qualifications will be the most important attributes these agencies will consider!

While USAJOBS has its own social media presence, it “likes” or “follows” other Federal agencies. This is a great way for you to discover these agencies and follow them on your own. Many will post articles of interests, trends, and in some cases new job leads. Below is a screenshot of a partial listing of agencies “liked” by USAJOBs. Log into your social media accounts and follow USAJOBs and other agencies of interest to you!

Caution: Beware of what you are posting on social media if you are following employers – they will check your social media before, during and after you apply if you are following them, liking their content, or interacting with others in the comment sections. You may need to clean up your profile or create a separate account – but be aware they will still find and see your private one.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR WEBINAR ON USING SOCIAL MEDIA FOR YOUR JOB SEARCH WITH RICH GRANT (SNHU): http://bit.ly/2qKO8qs

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The Answers….from USA JOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/myths/

A federal resume should not exceed two pages: False: A federal resume requires more information than a civilian resume, therefore, it is typically longer than two pages. Some of the things that should be included are your educational and work experience. This includes job titles, salary, employment dates, duties and accomplishments, and how it relates to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) in the job announcement.

I must move to Washington, DC if I want to work for the Federal Government because most federal jobs are in DC False: About 15% of federal jobs are in the Washington, DC metro area while approximately 83% are found in multiple location s throughout the country and the remaining 2% are outside the United States.

Resumes are scanned for keywords by an automated system: Partially true: In most agencies, the resumes are scanned by real people, Human Resource (HR) Specialists. However, NASA uses a contextual grammar based Artificial Intelligence software for an automated resume review. The automated review is more complex than a simple keyword search, it is based on a contextual resume content matching. The resume review is used as one step, in a multistep application review process. This process includes a review of all required areas of the applicant’s eligibility and qualifications for the announcement. The resume review portion of the process includes both an automated and manual (by person) review of applicant packages.

The job announcement looks like it has been written with someone in mind: False: The job announcement is written by the hiring manager with the assistance of the Human Resource (HR) Specialist. It is written to include the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties of the position.

You have to know someone to get a federal job: False: You do NOT need to know someone to get a federal job. If you are qualified for a federal position, you can write a competitive federal resume. Make sure you add the KSAs into the resume and answer the questionnaire giving yourself all the credit that you can. You have to apply correctly following the directions. You CAN get “best qualified” and “referred to a supervisor” without knowing anyone in the government.

You need security clearance to qualify for a federal job: False: Not all jobs require a security clearance. You can find this information in the job announcement. However, all Federal positions require the candidate to undergo a suitability adjudication process to determine if the individual is suitable for Federal employment. This means that in addition to meeting the qualifications of a job announcement, an individual is determined likely or not likely to be able to carry out the duties of a Federal job with appropriate integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness.

You need to tailor your federal resume to each position: Partially true: Tailoring your resume is not required. However, you must demonstrate in your resume that you’re qualified for the position. Remember, this is the only information the Human Resource (HR) Specialist has to determine if your resume should be forwarded to the hiring manager.

All agencies post their jobs on USAJOBS.gov: False: Policing agencies like the FBI, Secret Service, etc. do not post their jobs on USAJOBs, you should visit a specific agency’s website to be certain you are not missing opportunities.

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Other action items you should consider acting on while you are a student:

Join a professional association (in person and on LinkedIn.com)

Connect with SNHU Alumni and groups on SNHU Connect.

Search for internships and jobs on SNHURecruit

Attend our free WEBINAR offerings – knowledge is power!

All the Best to You!

Sonja Moffett, CDF | Career Advisor | SNHU Career

888.672-1458

Ext. 0679

s.moffett@snhu.edu

or contact cocecareer@snhu.edu