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Federal applicants are familiar with employers' requests to include a separate knowledge, skills and abilities narrative (KSA...

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Use Keywords for FAA Jobs

What are some of the must-have keywords in your resume if you're applying for an FAA logistics job?

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Military-to-Federal Resumes

As a former or current member of the armed forces, you have already demonstrated personal dedication, perseverance and strong...

18 Critical Federal Resume Mistakes

A government jobs expert outlines 18 common mistakes made in resumes by military and former military applying for federal job...

Three Keys for Federal Resume Writing

Here are three important federal resume tips that follow the federal vacancy announcement "how to apply" instructions.

Writing the Right Federal Resume

When it comes to a federal resume the rules are different, and to ignore these rules is to risk not getting referred.

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How Are Federal Resumes Different?

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How to Write a Federal Resume

Some federal job postings will refer to a "federal resume" even though there is no mandated form. This is simply a resume tha...

Federal Jobs: 10 Common Resume Pitfalls to Avoid

What are the most common issues to avoid when writing a resume for a federal job?

Private Industry vs. Federal Job Resumes: Apples and Oranges

A private industry resume is NOT the same as a federal resume, even though they are both resumes.

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Since you've left the military, you have already had some civilian experience, but maybe it's time for a change in your education or career path.

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