Applying to the FEMA Reservist Program...2013/07/26 · Applying to the FEMA Reservist Program 1 1....
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Applying to the FEMA Reservist Program
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1. USAJOBS Create account to
begin application for FEMA position
2. FEMA’s CareerConnector
Complete application for FEMA position
3. USAJOBS Confirm application
is complete and submitted to FEMA
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USAJOBS Overview
• OPM’s one-stop-website for applying for Federal employment • Applicants create a USAJOBS account to store basic profile information that can be reused
when applying to Federal job postings
• Provides application status updates
• Excellent source of information to aid in navigating and completing the Federal application process
• Visit USAJOBS at http://www.usajobs.gov
• Use USAJOBS to upload an existing resume or create a new resume using the resume builder
• Resume Tips: http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/ResumeAndApplicationTips#icc
• Use USAJOBS to upload supporting documentation (optional)
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Reservist Program Application & USAJOBS
• USAJOBS is the website used to create and store a resume and supporting documentation for any type of Federal employment, including positions with the Reservist Program.
• All Reservist Program vacancies will be announced through USAJOBS.
• To apply for any Reservist Program vacancy a DAE must have a USAJOBS account.
Slides 4 – 9 explain how to set up an account
Slides 10 – 24 explain how to build a resume within USAJOBS
Slide 25 explains how to upload a pre-existing resume
Slide 26 – 29 discusses other useful USAJOBS uploading options
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Creating an Account with USAJOBS
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New users must first register with USAJOBS
• Go to http://www.usajobs.gov
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Creating an Account – Personal Information
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Complete personal information including user name and password
* Indicates a required field.
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Creating an Account – Personal Information
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Continue to complete the registration
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Creating an Account – Personal Information
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Continue to complete the registration
Click when finished.
Veteran’s Preference does not apply for the Reservist Program selection process
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Editing an Account – Access Profile
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1. Float the cursor over My Account to see your profile options.
2. Click “Profile” to access and edit your account information.
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Account Main Page – My Account Overview
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From This Page You Can: • Edit Profile details • Build a Resume • Create Saved Searches & Search Jobs • View previously Saved Jobs • View Saved Documents • Check Application Status of applied
jobs and create email notifications
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Resumes in USAJOBS
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You have the choice to upload a resume or build one online using USAJOBS Resume Builder. *You may store up to 5 resumes and you may use the same resume to apply for multiple positions.
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Resume Builder – Step 1: Getting Started
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Name your resume, verify and complete personal information (SSN, phone number, etc.).
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Resume Builder – Step 1: Getting Started
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Click here to go to Step 2: Experience
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Resume Builder – Step 2: Experience
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Enter your most recent work experience
Resume Builder allows for multiple jobs within same start/end date period (e.g. two part-time jobs, etc.)
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Resume Builder – Step 2: Experience
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Notice how the experience you first entered is listed below Click here to go to
Add additional experience
For each position include duties, accomplishments, & related skills. The Resume Builder allows for up to 5,000 characters.
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Resume Builder – Step 2: Education
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Add any education or select that you do not have education
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Resume Builder – Step 2: Education Error Catch
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Errors/omissions will be clearly displayed.
Errors/omissions will be clearly displayed.
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Resume Builder – Step 2: Job Related Training
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Click here to go to Step 3: Related Information
Add any job related training prior to moving to the next step
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Resume Builder – Step 3: Related Information
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In Step 3, you can add references, language skills, affiliations, professional publications, and additional information
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Resume Builder – Step 3: Related Information
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Clicking on any Question Mark icon reveals a new window that provides details / explanation of the topic
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Resume Builder – Step 3: Related Information
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In Step 3, you can also select your availability and specific work environment
The Reservist Program will continue to be intermittent work.
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Resume Builder - Step 3: Related Information
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Click here to go to Step 4: Finishing Up
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Resume Builder – Step 4: Finishing Up
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Click “Activate Resume” * Note this makes your resume searchable by recruiters
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Resume Status
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Note the resume has been saved and can be viewed and edited
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Resume Options
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You can build a new resume with Resume Builder or you can upload a new resume directly from your computer
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Uploading a Pre-Created Resume
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You can upload a pre- created resume that resides on a computer Name the resume (to display on USAJOBS) and choose which file to upload onto USAJOBS
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My Account – Created Resumes List
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Note that all resumes (created with Resume Builder or uploaded from your computer) will be listed here
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Uploading Documents on USAJOBS (Optional)
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To upload supporting documentation on USAJOBS, click on “Saved Documents” under My Account
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Uploading Documents on USAJOBS (Optional)
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Use the dropdown menu to select the document type Click “Browse” to locate the file Enter a name for the attached file Click “Upload”
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Uploading Documents on USAJOBS (Optional)
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The list of uploaded supporting documentation will be displayed