SAY UNCLE: I WANT THE JOB

The election is over. The stock market is reacting positively. There are more jobs available. If you are in a job-search mode and you feel dead-ended, have you considered going to work for Uncle Sam? Government jobs are available and there are many ways to find these positions.

The Internet is the best means to view available openings. I checked out a few Web sites for content and value to job seekers. You will find these sites to be helpful and designed to link you with opportunities.

GOVERNMENT JOB LISTINGS
www.usajobs.opm.gov
This site will help you obtain information and advice to getting a government job. You can also search current jobs, set up a free account, and have jobs e-mailed to you.

GUIDANCE & HOW-TO GET GOVERNMENT JOBS
www.calltoserve.org
Call to Serve is a national initiative designed to educate youngsters about the importance of a strong civil service, help re-establish links between federal agencies and campuses, and provide students with information about the unique opportunities that federal jobs provide.

FEDERAL JOB SEARCH
www.federaljobsearch.com
This site enables you to create a custom job search profile online and they match it daily against their database of federal government job listings.

They offer a free basic job search service, which will e-mail you basic information on openings. They also offer a premium subscription service, which provides contact information, application instructions, and full job descriptions. They do not state the cost of their services until you have already registered for the free basic service.

GOVERNMENT JOBS
www.govtjobs.com
This site will help you find out about openings and will give you a list of local government Executive Search Firms to help you. There is no fee for any service offered by this site.

They also offer government specific resume and cover letter guides

ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY JOBS
www.securityclearanceexpo.com

SECURITY JOBS
www.clearancejobs.com
You must have active security clearance to use these sites successfully.

This site has everything from simple job-search tips to negotiating a job offer. You can conduct targeted job searches, apply to high-profile employers and even chat with a certified Career Coach. Hiring companies can locate qualified candidates instantly with their extensive resume database.

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The October job growth rate added 337,000 net jobs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported this is the biggest jump in seven months. The job market moves like the stock market, in a manner that if the current momentum is positive, others will do the same. Therefore, companies are likely to start hiring. Now is the best time to increase your job search activities. Follow-up on previous interviews where you were put on hold. Companies may be adding jobs with a January start date. The holiday season is starting and many job seekers will reduced their search activities. You should increase all of your job search initiatives and there will also be less competition. Now is the time to get a job offer even if it’s to start work in January. What a great way to start the new year! Good luck on you search.