Government FAQ's
How do I apply for a Federal job?
To apply for a Federal job you can go to USAJOBS’ website and create an account. Then you can search for the type of jobs you want and apply for them. From there if you don’t get the job keep searching and if you do congratulations.
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Is there an age limit for Federal employment?
Generally, applicants for federal jobs are either as low as 16, or 18 for other jobs. If you are older than those ages then you are fine.
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How do I find the right job for me?
Finding the right job can be hard, but on USAJOBS’ it is easy. You can add search filters like salary, location and job category to help you find the right one.
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How does the Federal pay system work? |
What are the qualifications for a Federal job?
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For white-collar workers payment is set under General Scheduling, which is changed annually. For blue-collar workers payment is set under the Federal Wage System. For more information on these you can visit this site: https://www.opm.gov/faqs/topic/employment/index.aspx?cid=5d9058d6-78fb-42a2-9d2a-9d14c22982f0
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Qualifications range from different requirements between Federal jobs. They can range from previous job training, physical tests, degrees, and experience. To find out more visit www.opm.gov
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