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The book of U.S. government jobs : where they are, what's available, and how to complete a Federal résumé
Title:
The book of U.S. government jobs : where they are, what's available, and how to complete a Federal résumé
Author:
Damp, Dennis V.
Personal Author:
Edition:
Eleventh edition.
Publication Information:
McKees Rocks, Pa. : Bookhaven Press, [2011]

©2011
Physical Description:
xii, 308 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Summary:
"The completely revised 11th edition features: entry level jobs, civil service exams, disabled hiring, agency directory, law enforcement jobs, interview prep, hiring incentives, benefits [and] pay, overseas jobs, job hot lines, hiring reform, skills index, post office jobs, resume writing guide, the job search, student jobs, professional jobs, senior executive service, veterans' preference, student loan payoff"--P. [4] of cover.
Language:
English
Contents:
Introduction to government employment -- Hiring reform and the recruitment process -- What jobs are available -- The interview process -- Civil service exams -- Completing your employment application -- Veterans & military dependent hiring -- Overseas employment opportunities -- The U.S. Postal Service -- Employment for people with disabilities -- Law enforcement and Homeland Security careers -- Employment secrets -- Appendix A. Job hunters' checklist -- Appendix B. Federal agency contact list -- Appendix C. Federal occupation lists -- Appendix D. Agency skills index.
ISBN:
9780943641294
Format :
Book