Getting a Government Job: The Civil Service Handbook

Getting a Government Job: The Civil Service Handbook

by Peterson's
Getting a Government Job: The Civil Service Handbook

Getting a Government Job: The Civil Service Handbook

by Peterson's

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Overview

Peterson's Getting a Government Job: The Civil Service Handbook offers everything you need to know to get a job with the U.S. government.

This book describes in detail:

  • The advantages and disadvantages of working for the government
  • Salary and benefits
  • Training and advancement
  • Job qualifications
  • Opportunities for veterans and students
  • This comprehensive, up-to-date guide will explore the top five fields in the federal government that are projected to see the greatest job growth in the near future and will offer helpful information about job announcements and possible testing requirements.

    The guide offers in-depth guidance on ways to conduct a successful job search and how to match your personal skills with job requirements.

    This book will give you useful suggestions on how to create an outstanding application package and how to follow it up with a successful personal interview.

    This user-friendly reference includes:

  • a wide variety of sample forms
  • cover letters and resumes
  • an extensive list of Websites to search so you can find the right government job for your interests and skills
  • Peterson's Getting a Government Job: The Civil Service Handbook is an invaluable resource for those seeking government jobs. Improve your application, learn how to write a stand-out cover letter, and review details of a successful job interview.


    Product Details

    ISBN-13: 9780768927962
    Publisher: Peterson's
    Publication date: 11/16/2009
    Series: Peterson's Getting a Government Job: The Civil Service Handbook
    Pages: 240
    Sales rank: 693,299
    Product dimensions: 8.56(w) x 10.90(h) x 0.44(d)
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