Fall 2013 Go Government Webinar Series
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Fall 2013Go Government Webinar Series
How to Create a Strong Federal ResumeOctober 8, 2013
Housekeeping
• We will open up the phone lines for questions at the end of the call. In the meantime, we encourage you to type your questions into the Q&A box.
• The recording of today’s presentation will be sent to all registered participants in 2-3 business days
Presenters
Emily McConnell• Program Associate, Education and Outreach
Caleb Campbell • Program Associate, Education and Outreach
Mark Doboga • Director, Government Transformation and Agency
Partnerships
Partnership for Public Service
The Partnership is a nonprofit, nonpartisan
organization that is dedicated to revitalizing the federal
government by inspiring a new generation to serve and
by transforming the way government works.
Agenda
• Federal Resume
• Resume Best Practices
• How to Build a Resume on USAJOBS
• Resources
• Question and Answer
• Length• Level of detail• Required information
What is the difference between a federal resume and a traditional resume?
Federal Resume v. Traditional Resume
TIP: Federal resumes can range in length: from 1 to 5 pages for entry-level applicants!
Resume Best Practices
Dos and Donts
Do: • Be concise and clear• Address all periods of time• Highlight strengths with examples• Amend resume to “fit” the job• Use correct grammar and punctuation• Double check spelling• Be consistent in your format• Include cover letter
Dos and Don’ts
Don’t:• Use acronyms• Include unnecessary information• Write in current tense for former jobs• Be chatty• Be untruthful
Resume Best Practices: Write to the Position
• If the vacancy requires the “ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing”… highlight your communication skills.
• If the vacancy requires knowledge of Excel… focus on the most complex use of Excel.
Resume Best Practices: Highlight a Range of Skills
• Communication (written and oral)
• Innovation
• Creativity
• Autonomy
• Skills
Straight to the Source
• What best practices would you suggest regarding the federal resume?
• What is the most common mistake you see in a federal resume?
Building a Federal Resume on
USAJOBS.gov
Building Your Federal Resume
Two primary ways to create a resume for a federal job:
• Resume Builder• Resume Uploader
Building Your Federal Resume
Create an account on USAJOBS.gov
• Build up to 5 federal resumes, each tailored to a different federal opportunity!
• Upload your private sector resume to the Saved Documents folder
Carefully review the job vacancy announcement
• Focus on the “Duties” section and customize your resume accordingly by identifying and including key words and phrases
Building Your Federal Resume
Sections:• Candidate information• Work experience• Education• References• Affiliations• Desired locations
Building Your Federal Resume
Building Your Federal Resume
Remember to include:• Salary and pay period• Average hours per
week• For federal positions,
pay plan, series and grade
Building Your Federal Resume
• Be specific and detailed
• Use keywords from the job description
Building Your Federal Resume
• Include information about schools attended, degree information, and relevant coursework
Building Your Federal Resume
Other information can enhance your application:
• Job related training• Foreign languages• Organizations and
affiliations – especially for students
Building Your Federal Resume
Up to 5 references
Good references:• Employers• Professors and advisors• People who know you
from organizations or community service
Straight to the Source
• What are the advantages of using the USAJOBS Resume Builder tool to create a federal resume?
• What are some more ways to tailor the resume to the job description? Are there any special keywords or phrases that hiring agencies look for?
• How can students who don’t have much traditional work experience use the federal resume to highlight their qualifications?
Resources
• GoGovernment.org
• Partnership Connect
Fall 2013 Upcoming EventsGo Government Webinar: What Makes a Federal Job Application Stand Out?
Thursday, October 17, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. EST
If you’d like to learn more about the Federal Advisor Certificate Program, please visit www.calltoserve.org/certificate/
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