II. How to Find Federal Job Opportunities

In the private sector, the first step in finding the right position is to identify companies which have work suited to your experience or academic background. You would then send a resume to those companies to hopefully obtain an interview. In the Federal government, your approach is somewhat different as your application or resume plays a far more significant role.

Step 1: Identify the type of position which appeals to your career goals and/or personal interests. For example, DOL's Join the Team brochure provides specific information regarding our organizations and major occupations.

Step 2: Identify the advertised position(s) or hiring program for which you wish to submit your application. You can find out about job openings through the following recruitment vehicles:

• DOL Website, DOL Jobs, at http://www.jobs.dol.gov

• Attendance at Career Fairs

• DOL Advertisements in Newspapers and Magazines

• OPM's Website lists DOL and Other Federal Positions at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov

• DOL Human Resources Offices (see Exhibit II for locations and telephone numbers)

• DOL Job Line at (202) 219-6646 OPM USAJOBS by Phone at (912) 757-3000 and (202) 606-2700 TDD (912) 744-2299

• OPM USAJOBS Kiosks in College Career Services Offices

Exhibit 1

Exhibit 2

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