Online Resources: Improve Your Chances of Getting that Government Job

So many people are now looking for that government job because of the flexible schedules, the prestige, the excellent pay and of course the benefits. But what can increase your chances of getting that government job? We will take a closer look as to what you can expect so you can gain the knowledge you need to get that government job you want.

Improve your Chances of Getting That Government Job: Tips

Some great tips on how to improve your chances include many common sense areas. But I will be defining them and elaborating a little more on each so you fully understand the working order of improving your chances.

• The first thing you should remember is the fact that the more contacts you make regarding jobs that you feel you qualify for the greater chance you have at landing the job. One of the primary reasons most "potential employees" were never hired was because they exhausted all efforts on one endeavor.
• Get current listings! Constantly be on the lookout for new job openings as some will need to be filled immediately. If you are that lucky to come across one and you are among the first to enter your name and apply your chances are great so you would need to keep up on the search for new jobs.

Improve your Chances of Getting That Government Job: Opportunity Knocks

There are many periodicals that you can subscribe to that can offer you more listings of current job openings. Because there are so many below is a list some of the best publications to give you a variety to choose from.

• Equal Opportunity Publications-1-516-421-9421. There are several publications this company puts out that cater to all walks of life. www.eop.com
• Federal Career Opportunities-1-800-822-5627 or 1-703-281-0200 www.fedjobs.com .
• Federal Jobs Digest-1-800-824-5000- http://jobsfed.com .
• Federal Times-1-800-368-6718- www.federaltimes.com . This is a great opportunity as they list several hundred jobs and usually start at the GS-7 level on the pay scale.
• Internships in Congress-1-860-233-2330. This shows various positions both temporary and permanent with members of congress.
• Main-Stream Magazine of the Able Disabled-1 619-234-3138 www.mainstream-mag.com . This publication features disability rights, politics, education, employment, training, and more. Federal agencies recruit through ads in this magazine-there are several openings for those who have disabilities.

Now we will take a look into the different hotlines available to you. Only a few will be listed but most can refer you to other phone numbers tat may be of some assistance locating the job that is right for you.

• USA Jobs National Hotline-1-912-757-3000 -OR- 1-202-606-2700
• For VA Jobs-1-800-368-6008
• For Postal Jobs-1-800-JOB-USPS -OR- For local employment-1-800-276-5627

If you are an internet prone person the following are a list of websites that can help you find the right government job.

• Whitehouse: http://whitehouse.gov
• Department of Veteran's Affairs: http://www.va.gov
• Department of Education: http://www.ed.gov
• Department of Health and Human Services: http://www.hud.gov
• Department of Interior: http://www.doi.gov
• Office of Personnel Management: http://www.www.opm.gov
• Department of Treasury: http://www.ustreas.gov
• Central Intelligence Agency: http://www.odci.gov/cia
• Department of justice: http://www.usdoj.gov
• Federal Communications Commission http://www.fcc.gov
• Department of Agriculture http://usda.gov
• Department of Energy: http://www.doe.gov
• Department of Labor: http://www.dol.gov
• Environmental Protection Agency: http://www.epa.gov
• Department of Defense http://www.hrsc.osd.mil/empinfor.htm
• Department of Commerce: http://www.doc.gov
• Department of Transportation: http://www.dot.gov
• Department of State: http://www.state.gov
• United States Postal Service: http://www.usps.gov

Improve your Chances of Getting That Government Job: Assistance

If you nee assistance whether it is for writhing résumés or obtaining college degrees this section was designed to help you with all your needs so that you can find a government job you will be happy with.

• ARW (Associated Résumé Writers) can help you find a job within the government http://www2.ari.net/fedjobs .
• Campus-Free College Degrees-8^th Edition/1-800-741-7771 this is a great book that can guide you to programs for your target job.
• Quick and Easy Federal Jobs Kit- This software includes résumé processor and so much more. 1-800-782-7424.

Improve your Chances of Getting That Government Job: In Closing

These resources were designed to help people of all walks of life obtain a government job the easiest way they could for their personal situation. Regardless of disability, lack of education, lack of experience etc there are jobs available for any person that wants it. A government job can financially secure and offers many perks and benefits for all who are hired. Please take advantage of the resources made available within this article.