Jobseeker’s Guide, 10th Ed.
Ten Steps to a Federal Job®
How to Land Government Jobs for Military and Spouses
Kathryn Troutman, Author
Resume Place, Inc., Baltimore, MD Publisher
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The 2-Page Federal Resume Requirement from OPM has changed the Federal application dramatically. The 10th Edition of the Jobseeker Guide includes all 2-Page Federal resumes for service members, veterans and military spouses. The Ten Steps are highly successful is a step-by-step formula for writing the Federal resume … understanding Veterans Preference and other hiring authorities for military and spouses … and USAJOBS announcement analysis. The text is taught in Ten Steps to a Federal Job® classes in military bases worldwide by Certified Federal Job Search Trainers®.
Ten Steps to a Federal Job® is a curriculum for teaching and coaching military, veterans and military spouses worldwide at military installations for all Joint Services. The course and text are the basis for the Certified Federal Job Search Trainer® / Certified Federal Carer Coach® train-the-trainer program – in it’s 23nd year of training.
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Everything you need to know
Everything you need to know, or could ever think of needing to know to land your government job. I found government job resumes were harder. There’s a lot involved and am really glad I got this book! I even learned that the government will do direct hires sometimes for Schedule A Hiring Authority and if you attend any of the government job fairs, you can ask the HR people any question that’s been on your mind, here in this forum. I never would’ve found out about these “government job fairs” if it wasn’t for the Jobseeker’s Guide by KT. Also, if you get stuck, as I did, you can just hire her to help you write the resume. It’s not cheap, but it’s worth it. Good luck!
– Deborah
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Most informative guide there is for federal jobs
This book (and all the others) offer the best insight into obtaining and progressing in the federal job sector. The knowledge prepares you to be better prepared in writing a federal resume, how to search for jobs, and targeting your resume for the job you want. Very valuable and should be in all career coaches, federal job seekers, and college career counselor libraries, as well as for those that work with military and the community of people looking for jobs.
– Paul Deutsch
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I have always thought that some of the two least fun activities in the world are 1) dating and 2)
This is the OUTSTANDING resource that finally helped me crack the code of the federal job system and application process. The book lays out (in the clearest way possible) the steps and required applicant actions for the GS system and federal hiring process. As a vet, though I consider myself fairly capable of navigating regulations and processes (as per the military), I still find the civilian job system absolutely bewildering. This edition was very helpful in de-mystifying everything that needed to happen on my end. Though I am a fan of Troutman’s earlier books as well, this 8th edition I found to be the most comprehensive and motivating in creating and then polishing my federal resume to the point I was now getting referred to interviews!
I have always thought that some of the two least fun activities in the world are 1) dating and 2) the federal job process… This book makes one of them a heck of a lot easier and equips you with concrete advice for success. “If you know the rules of the game, you can win”… the 8th Ed. spells it out cleanly for you. I highly recommend it to make the journey to the right GS position less of a slog and more of a hopeful reality!
– Barbara R King-Searles
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Ms Troutman is the guru of navigating federal job applications
Ms Troutman is the guru of navigating federal job applications! Her well-crafted advice and insight will give you an edge in this often misunderstood process. I’ve used her process when working as a career coach to assist transitioning military members, military spouses and new graduates as well as in retooling my own federal resume. Success speaks louder than words. Using Ms Troutman’s insight, qualified job seekers previously struggling with the federal job system, get referrals, interview and receive multiple federal job offers. Although I’ve been in the federal system for years, using tactics Ms Troutman highlights, I was offered and accepted a leadership position with my dream agency.
– Adolphus E. Jefferies Jr.
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This is the book that I have been looking for! Thank you Ms. Troutman for this AMAZING, AWESOME resource. My VA counselor in San Diego recommended this book to me. It is EXACTLY what I was seeking. Thanks Jennifer!
– Leja
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Trainer & Career Coach
This book is a great resource for Federal job seekers and an excellent choice for a training class! I have used books from this series for years for numerous training classes and participants love them.
– TuxedoCat
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A must for military retirees
Husband used after retiring from the military. Packed with accurate and great information.
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The Jobseeker’s Guide is written for both separating/retiring military and family members who are seeking US government jobs ! The 10th edition includes hiring programs for military and spouses, as well as the 2-page Federal resume. The new edition continues to use a colorful workbook style loaded with pages of exercises, samples, and charts and is easy to understand.
Will appeal to Veterans who are separating and retiring and are considering a Federal job because of their veterans benefits and retirement. Also, the samples are valuable for family members who are accompanying their military spouses and military transition and employment specialists in military bases all around the world.
The Jobseeker’s Guide is the first ever publication for separating military and family members seeking federal employment.
Here are the Ten Steps to a Federal Job®:
- Learn About Federal Jobs
- Direct Hire vs. Competitive Hiring Process
• Federal Job Titles and Series and salary
• Military Rank to Federal Civilian Grades
• Veterans Preference
• Family Member Preference (Derived Preference)
Case Study #1: Cedrick, 30% or More Disabled; US Navy; targeting GS 9, Administrative / HR positions.
- Network and Use Competitive Hiring
- Ways to Get Hired Non-Competitively –
Do you have to Apply for all Federal Jobs through USAJOBS? Answer: NO
• Veterans’ Preference - How to Network for Direct Hire Positions
• Special Hiring Paths
• Networking Contacts
Case Study # 2: Maxime Gomez: Derived Preference,
Military Spouse; Targeting GS-5 positions, CNE
- Search USAJOBS
- Top USAJOBS Search Tip for Veterans
• How to Search USAJOBS
• Critical Vacancy Announcement Features
• Sample USAJOBS Vacancy Announcements
- Find Keywords
- Top USAJOBS Search Tip for Veterans
• How to Search USAJOBS
• Critical Vacancy Announcement Features - Keyword lists developed with AI to feature in your resume
- Explore Your Core Competencies
- Core Competency Examples from USAJobs Announcements
• Senior Executive Service Core Competencies
- Write Your Accomplishments
- Top 10 List of Accomplishments
• Two CCAR Accomplishments – Format for KSAs
Accomplishments: Before and After Samples
• Schedule A Cover Letter –
Letter for Person with Disability to Write to a Selective Placement Program Coordinator
- Write Your Outline Format Federal Resume
- A Federal Resume IS NOT …
• A Competitive Federal Resume IS …
• Outline Format Federal Resume
(Sample Ammunition Test Engineer / Native Veteran Advocate)
• What to Include in Your Federal Resume
Resume Case Studies / Samples
| Case #3 – Nick Sanders- U.S. Naval Reserves, Targeting Physical Security Specialist |
| Case #4 Viviane Rodriguez, Wounded Warrior Battalion, Submarine Squadron TWO, Kittery, ME, Targeting Nuclear Engineer |
| Case #5 Susan Peterson, US Army Reserves, Officer-in-Charge, Sierra Army Depot, Herlong, CA, Targeting Archaeologist |
| Case #6 Justus Martin, US Navy, Hospital Corpsman and Military Spouse, Targeting Visual Information Specialist |
| Case#7 Joseph Robertson, US Air Force, Avionics Craftsman seeking FAA Aviation Safety Inspector |
| Case #8 Gloria Hayes, Military Spouse, Key Spouse, Legal Assistant seeking Paralegal Specialist |
- Apply for your Federal Job!
- Part One: Set Up Your USAJOBS Account
• Required Documents Chart
• Part Two: Apply for your Federal Job
- Track Your Application & Follow-up
- Application Results: Check Your Emails
• A Turnaround Story: From Ineligible to Selected by Writing to HR
- Interview & Negotiate for Your Federal Job
- The Behavior-Based Interview is a TEST – Get Prepared
• Negotiating Your Job Offer (first-time Federal applicants)
• Sample of Superior Qualifications Letter
How was the item?
My recent review of both the FEDERAL RESUME GUIDEBOOK, 8TH Ed. and TEN STEPS TO A FEDERAL JOB, Jobseekers Guide 10th Ed. clearly indicate why The Resume Place and Kathryn Troutman are recognized as the leading expert in how to effectively apply and secure federal employment. The manuals detail step-by-step procedures on how to prepare and submit resumes which get Human Resources (HR) attention and results oriented. I especially like how the manuals offer current and up-to-date information on recent legislative changes regarding the Office of Personnel (OPM)New Merit Hiring practices which restrict resumes to a 2-page limit. The manuals offer sage guidance to applicants who bring diverse experiences from state, federal, corporate or armed forces on how to navigate the federal hiring process effectively. The manuals speak directly to the importance of using KEY WORDS and COMPETENCIES which significantly aid HR in the review process to swiftly identify “Best Qualified” candidates who meet the agency’s needs. The section on documenting PAST ACCOMPLISHMENTS is brilliant – it clearly provides HR and hiring agency a direct indicator of future performance. Also emphasized is the importance of editing the document for Maximum impact and presenting a reader-friendly document, so HR does not have to rifle through a very busy, unorganized document for information which, more than likely, HR would not do. These updated manuals make it painfully easy on how to outline and format a resume which speaks directly to a vacancy announcement and agency needs. Kathryn, I am eternally grateful to you for the assistance and sage guidance you provided me after I retired from the military service and went on to secure and complete a successful career in the federal government.
Create a Digital Federal Career Library with Kathryn Troutman’s Federal Career Books
If you are a mentor, coach, employment specialist, have a copy of all of the Federal career books available to refer to for format samples,
The sample Outline Format Federal resumes can help you with your own Federal Resume format, length, accomplishment writing to help you get BEST QUALIFIED for your federal application.
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If you are an Ten Steps Certified Federal Job Search Trainer and Coach, it is extremely helpful for the Federal jobseekers to have access to samples of Federal resumes. A print book in hand can show the jobseeker the best 2-Page Federal resumes.
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My recent review of both the FEDERAL RESUME GUIDEBOOK, 8TH Ed. and TEN STEPS TO A FEDERAL JOB, Jobseekers Guide 10th Ed. clearly indicate why The Resume Place and Kathryn Troutman are recognized as the leading expert in how to effectively apply and secure federal employment. The manuals detail step-by-step procedures on how to prepare and submit resumes which get Human Resources (HR) attention and results oriented. I especially like how the manuals offer current and up-to-date information on recent legislative changes regarding the Office of Personnel (OPM)New Merit Hiring practices which restrict resumes to a 2-page limit. The manuals offer sage guidance to applicants who bring diverse experiences from state, federal, corporate or armed forces on how to navigate the federal hiring process effectively. The manuals speak directly to the importance of using KEY WORDS and COMPETENCIES which significantly aid HR in the review process to swiftly identify “Best Qualified” candidates who meet the agency’s needs. The section on documenting PAST ACCOMPLISHMENTS is brilliant – it clearly provides HR and hiring agency a direct indicator of future performance. Also emphasized is the importance of editing the document for Maximum impact and presenting a reader-friendly document, so HR does not have to rifle through a very busy, unorganized document for information which, more than likely, HR would not do. These updated manuals make it painfully easy on how to outline and format a resume which speaks directly to a vacancy announcement and agency needs. Kathryn, I am eternally grateful to you for the assistance and sage guidance you provided me after I retired from the military service and went on to secure and complete a successful career in the federal government.