Ten Steps to a Federal Job

Readers learn how to convert a private industry resume into a detailed federal resume that supports the requirements in a federal vacancy announcement. It instructs applicants on key steps involved in the federal job search process: deciding which jobs to apply for and finding vacancy announcements; networking; highlighting your best accomplishments in the resume; analyzing vacancy announcements for keywords to; demonstrating that you have the required specialized experience to get Best Qualified for position; answering KSAs and questionnaires; submitting the job application via the online builders and USAJOBS; following up on applications; and interviewing techniques.