Red, White & Blue Jobs
Finding a Great Job in the
Federal Government
Mark Brostoff
Associate Director
Undergraduate Career Services
Kelley School of Business
A Call to Serve
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“Let public service be a proud and lively
career. And let every man and woman
who works in any area of our national
government, in any branch, at any level,
be able to say with pride and with honor in
future years: “I served the United States
government in that hour of our nation’s
need.”
John F. Kennedy
35th President of the United States
Work for the Government?
Opportunity to serve your country
 You can make an immediate impact
 There’s a job for every interest
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Did you know…? The federal government
is the nation’s largest employer.
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More than 1.8 million civilian employees in the
federal government
Make A Difference
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the lives of every
American
 Career training and development
are part of the professional
culture within the Federal
workforce
Government is Hiring
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Private sector jobs shift with the prevailing
economic winds
There are exciting opportunities in the federal
government
Thousands of new federal employees hired in
business, accounting and budget-related
positions.
More than 250,000 jobs projected to be added in
the new few years
Explore the 15,481 Federal jobs in the USAJOBS database.
Find The Right Job For You
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Thousands of jobs are available for almost
every interest
Use your business skills to
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protect the environment
strengthen the nation’s security
enhance international trade
help kids get a good education
fight crime
http://career.usajobs.opm.gov/
Build Your Resume
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Serving you country can also serve your
future as well.
Real hands-on experience immediately
Marketable skills doing work that matters
Create and store a resume for applying to Federal jobs.
Advance Your Career
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Up to 50% of career Federal employees will be
eligible to retire in the next few years.
Opportunities are great for advancement to
senior level management faster than private
sector
Promotion to leadership positions quicker than
you might expect
Build a career you can count on
Work Just About Anywhere
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Hometown
50 states
180 countries where the US
has an embassy or consulate
Examples include:
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Department of Homeland Security
Customs and Boarder Protection
Federal Emergency Management
Federal Law Enforcement
Federal Protective Service
Information Analysis
United States Secret Service
Get the Benefits of Government Work
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Total package plans are competitive with those offered
in the private sector.
Solid financial footing with a government job.
Unbeatable Benefits
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Family-friendly work policies
Generous leave and holidays
Multiple investment options similar to 401(k) plan
Interagency mobility
Health Benefits
Retirement system
Life insurance
Long Term Care Insurance
Social Security
Professional development and more
Continue Your Education
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Government offers some of the best advanced
education and training programs
Graduate degree or executive programs at local
colleges and universities
Work with People Who Reflect the
Diversity of America
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Leader in providing real
opportunities for career growth to
all Americans regardless of gender,
race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or
disability.
Government wants the best and the
brightest.
Get a life!
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Unlike many private sector employers, the
federal government offers a variety of
programs
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Flexible work schedules to telecommuting
Makes life easier for its employees
Opportunity for international travel and work
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United Nations, International Financial Institutions,
Inter-American and International Organizations
What Can I Do with My Major?
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Accounting
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Accountant
Auditor
Bank Examiner
Budget Analyst
Chief Financial Officer
Contract Specialist
Financial Administrator
Financial Resource Manager
Financial Systems Analyst
Forensic Financial Research
Intelligence Specialist
Senior Financial Risk Analyst
What Can I Do with My Major?
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Business
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Budget analyst
Grants Management Specialist
Import specialist
Internal revenue specialist
Lead Contract Specialist
Procurement Analyst
Quality assurance specialist
Purchasing Agent
Trade specialist
What Can I Do with My Major?
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Economics
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Budget analyst
Financial analyst
Loan specialist
Procurement specialist
Production Controller
Rural Development Technician
Trade specialist
Transportation industrial analyst
What Can I Do with My Major?
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Finance
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Appraiser
Assessor
Budget analyst
Financial analyst
Securities compliance examiner
Tax examiner
Trade specialist
What Can I Do with My Major?
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Information Systems
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Computer Science Specialist
Financial manager
Information Technology Specialist
Logistics management
Program manager
Senior Information Specialist
Supervisor
What Can I Do with My Major?
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Management/Marketing
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Management analyst
Manpower development specialist
Program analyst
Business and industry specialist
Bond sales promotion representative
Public affairs specialist
Editor
Trade specialist
Communications specialist
What Can I Do with My Major?
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Operations/ODT
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Theater Aerospace Operations
Transportation Specialist
General Supply Specialist
Motor Carrier Safety Specialist
Air Transportation Operations
Traffic Management
Supply Management
Inventory Management
Example of Jobs NOW in Indiana
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Information Technology Specialist
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Contract Administrator
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$40,531 - $52,691
Education Specialist
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$52,195 - $67,852
Supervisory Program Support Assistant
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$39,662 - $61,649
$37,481 - $63,629
Accountant
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$36,478 - $68,766
Source: USAJOBS Website
Tips for Landing a Government Job
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Career Interest Guide
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Job Interest Matching
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Target your search
Match Federal Jobs to Private
Sector Jobs
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Know who does the hiring
Specific Job Exploration
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Explore your options
Be prepared
Be patient
Federal government expects to hire over 16% MORE NEW grads this
year.
Career Interest Guide
Provides a series of questions that gauges
your interest level for particular tasks.
Based on your response, you will be able
to see what career areas fit your interests
most and the occupations associated with
those areas.
 Career interest areas specify what field
you are interested in most and view the
related occupations for that field.
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Job Interest Match
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Select by occupational group.
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Professional and Administration
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Includes a wide variety of positions requiring
advanced education or specialized work experience
as well as those jobs that have more administrative
type duties
Supervisory, Managerial, and Executive
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Include positions in which supervisory and
management skills are required. Also includes
positions for those who administer public programs at
the top executive levels.
Specific Job Exploration
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Job titles provided are specific to the
Federal government and may be different
than others you are familiar with.
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Ties together job title and series number for
application purposes.
Public/Private Sector Crosswalk
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Ability to select the Federal occupation you
wish to match with a private sector
occupation.
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Federal Job
Private Sector Occupation
Financial Analysis
Investment Analyst
Accounting
Accountant, Auditor
Computer Specialist
Systems Analyst
Facility Management
Business Manager
Program Management Grant Coordinator
How to Apply
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Submit a resume, a description of relevant
knowledge, skill and abilities and any support
information called for in the job
announcement.
Most federal jobs require US Citizenship
Review the booklet (PDF online) at
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www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/of0510/pdf
http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/
Complete optional application for federal
employment form, as well.
Internships with Uncle Sam
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Student Career Experience Program
Student Temporary Employment Program
www.opm.gov/employ/students/index.htm
Washington Center for Internships and academics
www.twc.edu
Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
Major Federal Agencies
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Agriculture
Commerce
Defense
Education
Energy
Health & Human Services
Housing & Urban Development
Interior
Justice
Labor
State
the Treasury
Homeland Security
Veterans Affairs
Other Federal Agencies
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Central Intelligence Agency
Congressional Budget Office
Environmental Protection Agency
Export-Import Bank of the United States
Federal Communications Commission
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Federal Reserve System
General Accounting Office
General Services Administration
Securities and Exchange Commission
Social Security Administration
Office of Management and Budget
Job for Every Interest
www.usajobs.opm.gov
 http://ccrealserver.gmu.edu/ramgen/pps/
May2003/Tape3/ppssmil-tape3.smi
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15,481 Federal jobs in the USAJOBS
database as of TODAY.
Government & Social Services
Career Fair
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November 4, 2004
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10 am – 2 pm
IMU Alumni Hall
For more information…
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Contact
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Mark Brostoff
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Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Services
 mbrostof@indiana.edu or 855-5317