How to Fill Out Government Job Applications
Openings for municipal, state and federal jobs can be extremely competitive. Many government agencies require that applicants fill out a job application in lieu of submitting a resume. The HR personnel will go through the applications in order to narrow down the list of potential candidates. In order to make sure that you are considered for a position, you will need to fill out the government job application correctly.
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Print out a copy of the government job application form. Many state and federal websites will allow you to download a generic application using Adobe Acrobat. You can also call the agency to have a form mailed to you. To find government jobs, you can use online government job directories like USA Jobs.
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Review the job opening's key dates. Government job applications are accepted between a set periods of time, known as open date and close date. Fill out and send the application between these dates.
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Write the job code on the application. Government job openings are usually categorized by symbols. Include the government job code that you are applying for on the application. You can find the code in the ad announcing the opening.
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Fill out the government job application in its entirety using black ink. Only include job history that is relevant to the position that you are applying for. Detail past job duties that show you meet the minimum requirements for the government position. Remember to sign and date the application.
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Include requested documents. You may need to include official copies of your transcripts, licenses or certifications, as determined by the job that you are applying for.
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Pay the job application fee, if applicable. After filling out the government job application, you may have to send a check or money order to the department. Application fees are sometimes required for government jobs in order to weed out candidates who aren't serious about the job. For example, this is the case for New Jersey government positions.
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