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Can Government Compete for Cybersecurity and Digital Services Talent?

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealJune 5, 2015 4:18 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

With recent hacking of federal government computers on a massive scale, it is apparent federal agencies are struggling to compete for talent in Cybersecurity and Digital Services. Is government going to be able to compete for this talent pool?

No More KSAs? How the Federal Job Application Process has Changed

By Jason KayMarch 21, 2011 6:58 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

On May 11, 2010, President Obama signed a memorandum theoretically eliminating KSAs from the initial application and shortening the federal hiring process. Here’s what to expect now if you are applying for a federal job.

Federal Hiring Reform: It Didn’t Work Before But Let’s Try Again

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJuly 29, 2010 8:48 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OPM is about to cancel the central hiring registry it started earlier this year. Is this the same system that OPM canceled in 1994 because it was not working?

Changing the Federal Hiring Process

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSeptember 30, 2008 7:22 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The President has issued an Executive Order that authorizes noncompetitive appointments to federal jobs for spouses of military personnel.

Working for the Government: Stereotypes and Realities

By David HornestaySeptember 4, 2008 8:42 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The challenge and mission of a federal agency can be exciting; the politics and bureaucracy can be frustrating. Placement and preparation have to be right.

Best East Coast Cities for Defense Jobs

By Tranette LedfordOctober 23, 2007 7:14 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The east coast is the number one spot in the nation for jobs in the defense industry. The region spans from the Maryland suburbs and as far south as Richmond.

Considering Prior Discipline in the Selection Process: Can You or Can’t You?

FedSmith.com author Bob GilsonBy Bob GilsonAugust 12, 2007 8:52 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Can you consider prior discipline in the selection process?

The Best Jobs: Government Employee or Government Contractor?

By Tranette LedfordJuly 16, 2007 7:56 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Which job is generally better: working directly for the federal government or for a federal contractor?

Reference Checking: When You’re the One Being Asked for a Reference (Part II)

By Steve OppermannFebruary 27, 2007 7:20 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Checking references is an important part of the hiring process. These are legal issues to consider.

“The Perfect Storm”: Applying for Federal Employment (Part II)

By Steve OppermannFebruary 9, 2007 8:00 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

The job summary section should focus on summarizing the job to be filled–not descriptions of how the agency is saving the world. Agencies will ultimately suffer the consequences if well-qualified potential applicants spurn the opportunity to compete for federal jobs.

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