Video: Learn the Federal Job System

Important FREE Federal Career Resources
Need Help With your Federal Job Search?

KSA Builder »

Our Context-Challenge-Action-Results KSA format will help your application score better.

FedRes Builder »

Got writer’s block? Easily draft your first federal resume with our questionnaire format.

Cover Letter Builder »

Write your cover letter with clear paragraphs stating what you are seeking and why you are the best candidate.

Annual Performance Self-Assessment Builder »

Use this builder to help you create your self-assessment in the highly-successful CCAR format.

Resume Place’s Performance Keyword Tree »

For the best resource in finding keywords to use in your self-assessments, visit this valuable, free resource!

Kathryn Troutman’s Upcoming Appearances »

Mark your calendars for career conferences throughout the U.S. and attend Kathryn’s Federal Career Workshops!

Ten Steps to a Federal Job eLearning Courses »

Learn how to navigate the government job search process from start to finish with the acclaimed book and workshop curriculum developed by Kathryn Troutman, the “Federal Resume Guru.”

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Kathryn Troutman’s webinars are crafted by “The Federal Resume Guru” herself to help you understand key points of a successful job search campaign. Webinars are recorded so that you can revisit as needed. Sign up now!

Ten Steps to a Federal Job™ »

A Successful Campaign Strategy for a Federal Job

Be aware that the federal job search and resume is very different from that of the private industry. Sign up for our renowned one-day “Ten Steps” class at the Federal Career Training Institute in Catonsville, MD. Follow these 10 Steps to make your government job search more manageable and ultimately land a job with Uncle Sam:

Step 1: Network
Step 2: Become Familiar with the Hiring Process
Step 3: Look for Openings on USAJOBS.gov
Step 4: Assess Your Soft Skills (Core Competencies)
Step 5: Analyze Keywords in Announcements
Step 6: Create Your Federal Resume – Preferably in the Outline Format – Read Hot Tips Here
Step 7: Write Your KSAs and Essays for Questionnaires
Step 8: Apply for Jobs
Step 9: Follow Up on Your Application
Step 10: Interview for the Job