Archive for July, 2009
If you like most people you realize how long it can take to apply for government jobs. Well here are some easy tips to help you speed up the process the application process.
FEDERAL JOBS:
1.) Federal Documents - Scan required federal documents (SF-15, OF-612, SF-50) to have on hand for easy upload or print. You may want to leave the date and job announcement number blank so you can reuse these documents. Simply keep a pre-filled document on hand and fill in the date and job announcement as you apply.
2.) KSA - Many KSA’s are asked over and over for multiple jobs. Some examples include “oral and written communication”, “computer skills”, etc. Also as you write your KSA’s keep them on file so you can re-use or refer to them at any given time.
3.) Online Resume - If you are using an online resume on a site such as USAjobs.com keep it up to date as you progress throughout your job or your career. This way when a position comes up you have the basics for you resume set. You may still need to tweek it according to the type of job you are applying for, but at least it will be up-to-date.
As always contact us with any questions.
Until next time.
July 27th, 2009
Also known as Knowledge, Skills and Abilities & (Other), a KSA — or KSAO — is a series of narrative statements that must accompany Federal resumes when applying to many state and federal government job openings. A determing factor in the hiring process, a KSA is usually rated using a point system, from 1 to 10. Because KSA’s are so specific, preparing them yourself will require several hours of research in order to learn the necessary requirements and to prevent your application from being disqualified.
With Hiring Hand we have years of experience writing and coaching individuals on how to effectively write KSA’s for specific job topics. Download one of our pre-made KSA’s, or simply contact us to write your KSA’s for you.
For more questions feel free to contact us.
July 19th, 2009
Resume writing can be a very difficult task for many people. For those that simply wish to download a professional looking resume view our pre-made templated resumes from our download center. Here you can download any resume you like and fill in your information into the resume. You are guaranteed to have a professional looking resume in little to no time.
For more question feel free to contact us.
July 19th, 2009
Welcome!
Here at hiring hand we offer a range of services from resume writing, KSA writing and career consulting. We specialize in helping people write effective, well written resumes that focus on the specific career path they are pursuing.
Services we provide:
Easy to download resumes
Each and every one of our professionally written resumes are formatted to meet today’s standards in a competitive market. Stand out from the pack by downloading a professional looking resume today!
Federal / State Government Employment
For many the process for applying for state and federal employment is daunting. Simply viewing federal job announcement can make ones eyes glaze over in seconds. At hiring hand we have many years experience helping many individuals through the government application process. This involves the following services:
- Federal Resumes
- Knowledge Skills & Abilities Writing
- Required Documentation
We plan to bring you tips, suggestions and references for resumes writing, career transition and federal employment. Bookmark this blog for future articles in the world of resume and KSA writing, as well as career advice.
All the best: Hiring Hand Team
July 18th, 2009
