Working for the Feds
Do you want to work for the Feds? I’m not talking about being an informant, becoming an FBI agent or joining the secret service (well, not necessarily.) But the federal government offers an array of interesting jobs.
If you are in the market for a new job and you want job security as well as good compensation, consider applying for federal jobs. You can find an updated list of federal jobs at USAJobs.gov and instructions on how to apply for the jobs.
Even though they have nearly three million employees, the federal government is always posting new jobs. And with the average compensation from a federal job being more than $100,000 per year according to a recent report in The Everett Daily Herald, it’s no wonder why a lot of people aim to get a job on the federal level.
However, you should be aware of the strict hiring procedures of the federal government. The application process is typically much more complex when applying for federal jobs than in the private sector. Expect to give detailed personal information, including your work history and your education history.
Additionally, be patient when applying for a federal job. These jobs get filled at a notoriously slow rate. While you wait, consider taking on a side job since it can take a few months to hear back. Even when you do hear back, expect to have to complete an extensive interview process.
The good news is that once you get a federal job, you should be set for life. With great compensation and terrific job security, they’ll likely be no reason for you to leave!
