Part 1 - Resumes, e-Resumes, and CVs

Part 2 - Cover Letters and Letters of Application

Part 3 - Federal Resumes, KSA, SES, ECQ, and Government Jobs

The Federal Application Process
Understanding the Federal Resume
KSAs, MTQs, ECQs, and Other Narrative Statements
The Senior Executive Service (SES)
The Importance of a Vacancy Announcement
Using Federal Resumes for Non-Federal / DoD Positions
The SF 171 (Federal Employment Application, Standard Form 171)
The OF-612 (Federal Employment Application, Optional Form 612)
The OF-306 (Federal Employment Application, Optional Form 306)

The Importance of a Vacancy Announcement

A Vacancy Announcement contains important information about federal application procedures such as special resume formatting and submission requirements, the responsibilities of the position, and the qualifications the applicant should possess. When crafting a Federal Resume, all of these elements should be considered.

Expert Advice on Resumes
Using Federal Resumes for Non-Federal / DoD Positions