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    Quick Guide to Federal Jobs: What You Need to Know to Obtain a Federal Job
    Quick Guide to Federal Jobs: What You Need to Know to Obtain a Federal Job
    Quick Guide to Federal Jobs: What You Need to Know to Obtain a Federal Job
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    Quick Guide to Federal Jobs: What You Need to Know to Obtain a Federal Job

    By Bianca J. Gordon

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    Most people do not understand the process of applying for Federal positions. This guide is intended to give basic information to potential applicants in order to maneuver through the application process. Brief definitions are included to inform the reader of terms required to understand the hiring process, yet still keep the guide short enough to keep your attention.

    A sample resume is included to give the reader a basic idea of what a Federal resume should look like in order to be qualified for Federal positions. The author's intent is to inform and aid the public in understanding the process, and hope to aid some in obtaining jobs.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisheriUniverse
    Release dateMay 29, 2012
    ISBN9781475929089
    Quick Guide to Federal Jobs: What You Need to Know to Obtain a Federal Job
    Author

    Bianca J. Gordon

    Bianca Gordon, currently a Human Resources Specialist, has a bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from Western Governors University. She is currently attending the same University to obtain her Master's degree in Business. This is the first book she has published, after seeing a need for guidance to applicants for Federal positions. Bianca is a thirteen-year Army veteran. She and her husband, Alan, have two children, and live in Las Vegas, Nevada. She has spent sixteen years in various Human Resources functions. She joined the United States Army at age 18 as a Human Resources Specialist. After thirteen years, her career turned to the government sector where she has spent most of her time in the recruitment/staffing arena.

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      Quick Guide to Federal Jobs - Bianca J. Gordon

      Contents

      Introduction

      About The Author

      Useful Links

      Basics

      Announcement

      Special Hiring Authorities

      Delegated Examining Unit

      Merit Promotions

      Military Veterans

      Final Thoughts

      Introduction

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      This guide is intended to teach my readers about the Federal application process. Although the process is quite complicated to someone without experience in applying for these positions, after reading this guide it should be much easier.

      Although this guide covers the majority of positions within the Federal government, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. Each agency has its own hiring process and may differ from the process discussed.

      The most important thing to remember is to read each announcement in its entirety and follow instructions, which are included. Most agencies will not make exceptions for applicants that fail to follow all of the instructions in the how to apply section of the vacancy.

      Numerous applicants that were completely confused about the Federal hiring process planted the seed for this book. I saw the need for an explanation of the process without requiring the reader to dedicate hours of their time to read and still not get a good understanding.

      Encouraged by my husband of ten years, Alan Gordon, I took up the venture to write this guide. Without his unwavering encouragement and support, I would not have taken this process up on my own.

      I would like to thank three of my co-workers who also encouraged me in having this book published. Thank you to Amy Leonard, Denica Collins-Black, and Sharon Rodriquez. May this book assist you as well.

      About The Author

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      Bianca Gordon has spent sixteen years in various Human Resources functions. Upon entry into the United States Army, she began her career as a Human Resources Specialist. Her final three years in the Army were spent as a Recruiter where she decided to continue her career in the staffing arena.

      Since leaving the Army in 2005, she has been in various functions of Human Resources and her last two years have been spent in Staffing for the Federal Government.

      She is currently considered a journeyman in her career field and is dedicated to assisting others in obtaining Federal positions.

      Useful Links

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      www.usajobs.gov—Lists current Federal job openings and gives ability to apply.

      www.opm.gov—links to useful information, benefits, laws, etc.

      http://www.opm.gov/oca/12tables/index.asp—salary tables.

      http://www.opm.gov/staffingportal/vetguide.asp—useful information for military veterans

      http://www.usajobs.gov/StudentJobs—information for students and recent graduates.

      Basics

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      Overview

      While there are several different types of appointments within the Federal government, this guide discusses only white-collar positions covered by Title 5 within the General Schedule pay scale. Title 5 covers the majority of positions within the Government and covers positions such as Secretaries, Program Support Specialists, Management Analysts, Human Resources Specialists, etc. The guide will cover only basic information needed to understand and apply for

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