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Writing Resumes and Applying for Federal Jobs

Formats ⟩  Live Virtual: 4 hrs./1 Day  |  In-Person: 6 hrs./1 Day

This course provides practical guidance for crafting strong, results-driven federal resumes and navigating the federal application process. Participants will learn how to tailor their resumes, highlight accomplishments, write effective KSAs, and apply confidently through USAJOBS. By the end, participants will be equipped with the tools to create competitive applications and improve their chances of securing federal employment.

Learning Objectives »

  • Writing a strong federal resume.
  • Build confidence in articulating job accomplishments and reasons for hiring.
  • Learn what is required to apply for federal jobs.
  • Practice writing OPM Standards and KSAs.

Course Agenda

Staying Marketable & In-Demand

  1. Creating Demand
  2. Keys for Staying Marketable
  3. Value Statements
  4. Networking Steps
  5. Using LinkedIn to Help You Find a Job

Applying for Federal Jobs

  1. Applying Through USAJOBS
  2. Qualification Standards
  3. How Not to Write Your Work Experience
  4. Eligibility and Assessment Questions
  5. Occupational Questionnaire

Writing Your Resume

  1. Federal Resume Requirements
  2. Federal Resume Outline
  3. Tailoring Your Resume
  4. Writing Tips
  5. Cover Letters
  6. Critical Messages to Communicate
  7. Writing KSAs

Application Checklist

  1. What to Do Before You Submit
  2. What Not to Do Before You Submit
  3. What Happens Now?
A professional woman taking notes on a notepad while working at her computer.

Writing Resumes and Applying for Federal Jobs

Formats ⟩  Live Virtual: 4 hrs./1 Day  |  In-Person: 6 hrs./1 Day

This course provides practical guidance for crafting strong, results-driven federal resumes and navigating the federal application process. Participants will learn how to tailor their resumes, highlight accomplishments, write effective KSAs, and apply confidently through USAJOBS. By the end, participants will be equipped with the tools to create competitive applications and improve their chances of securing federal employment.

Learning Objectives »

  • Writing a strong federal resume.
  • Build confidence in articulating job accomplishments and reasons for hiring.
  • Learn what is required to apply for federal jobs.
  • Practice writing OPM Standards and KSAs.

Course Agenda

Staying Marketable & In-Demand

  1. Creating Demand
  2. Keys for Staying Marketable
  3. Value Statements
  4. Networking Steps
  5. Using LinkedIn to Help You Find a Job

Applying for Federal Jobs

  1. Applying Through USAJOBS
  2. Qualification Standards
  3. How Not to Write Your Work Experience
  4. Eligibility and Assessment Questions
  5. Occupational Questionnaire

Writing Your Resume

  1. Federal Resume Requirements
  2. Federal Resume Outline
  3. Tailoring Your Resume
  4. Writing Tips
  5. Cover Letters
  6. Critical Messages to Communicate
  7. Writing KSAs

Application Checklist

  1. What to Do Before You Submit
  2. What Not to Do Before You Submit
  3. What Happens Now?
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