The salaries for most government jobs are based on a "General Schedule" (GS) pay scale. This civil service system has starting salaries ranging from $20,000 up to $55,000. The average salary for all occupations being about $50,000. Federal jobs that are hard to fill may offer special pay rates that are higher than average and there are salary differentials based on location. In addition, there are generous benefits including health insurance, sick and vacation leave, child care and a pension.
The best place to start looking for a government job is on the
USAJOBs web site. The
"First-Timers Start Here" section explains how the system works. Users can search for jobs, build a resume online and sign-up to receive job postings via email. The employment listings are also available by telephone, Call 1-478-757-3000 or TDD 1-478-744-2299.
Students and recent graduates can visit
StudentJobs.gov to search for summer jobs, co-op positions, temporary work and federal internships for college graduates.
There are other sites which provide information and resources for finding a government job.
PSE-NET.com, for example, has job listings, interview advice, career advice, and civil service information.
Federal Jobs Digest, in addition to job position, provide federal resume advice, a bulletin board and detailed information on federal employment. For a full list, visit our
Government Jobs directory.
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