Federal Resume

Federal Resume

$695.00$1,650.00

Federal Resume Writing for entry-level through senior executives. This is our signature service for building your new Federal Resume. It involves a full consultation and line-by-line redevelopment on a USAJOBS-compliant format. Your new Federal Resume communicates a clear message and is loaded with keywords to align with your target. Federal Resume includes a 30-day window of unlimited revisions after receiving first drafts to ensure your complete satisfaction with the final documents. The end result is a new Federal Resume that positions you to apply for jobs with the US federal government. Use the dropdowns below the FAQs to add a Cover Letter and/or LinkedIn Optimization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Resume Writing

Building your new Federal Resume requires effective information gathering and collaboration for an end-product that feels genuine and authentic. The client intake process helps to gather information on your desired job title, rank, and more. The intake process consists of an introductory questionnaire and a telephone call.

After completion of the intake process, your first drafts are uploaded into the client portal within 7 business days. You may request 30 days of draft revisions to ensure your satisfaction. Final documents are prepared in both MS Word and PDF along with additional information and resources to make the most of your new Resume.

We pledge to deliver on the following timelines:

  • First drafts delivered in 7 business days (after completion of intake process)
  • All draft revisions delivered in 3 business days (per each round)

In general, the Federal Resume development process typically lasts from 10 to 30 business days (start to finish). This timeline takes into consideration completion of the introductory questionnaire, telephone intake call, first draft development, draft revisions (up to 30 days), and preparation of final proofed copies.

LinkedIn Optimization

LinkedIn Optimization comes after the Federal Resume Writing process.

For your LinkedIn profile, we develop unique content that communicates a clear message and captures attention while improving your profile’s search performance. In addition, we analyze your profile and make suggestions for improvement.

Similar to the Resume Writing process, unlimited revisions allow for refinements and improvements to ensure your complete satisfaction with the new LinkedIn profile content. The end result is a LinkedIn profile that compliments to your new Federal Resume.

Yes, an in-depth phone consultation is a standard part of the intake process.

This discreet and confidential phone call is beneficial to the Resume Writing process for familiarizing with your background and fleshing out your objectives (occupation, industry, and seniority level).

Upon first draft delivery, document revisions are typically handled through written correspondence, although phone calls are happily arranged upon request.

Unlimited Revisions allow for edits, revisions, and questions for a period of 30-days after receiving your first drafts.

We do our very best to develop flawless documents on the first try. Your input is helpful in building documents that are properly aligned with your goals. Constructive feedback and helpful comments and questions are welcome.

The process for making revisions typically involves downloading the document in MS Word and using track changes / comments to make markups, then uploading your revised draft into the secure and confidential client portal. Although written revisions tend to be most productive, phone call requests are happily accommodated too.

Unlimited Revisions is for refining and fine tuning the master version of your Federal Resume. Depending on your needs, we’ll either build a multi-use document or gear it for one specific USAJOBS announcement.

We aim to provide timely and thorough responses. Please allow up to three business days turnaround time for each set of draft revisions.

Rush (+$300) significantly expedites the Federal Resume Writing process.

Under the normal timeline, your first draft is ready in seven business days (draft revisions in three business days). Rush (60% faster!) delivers your first draft in three business days (draft revisions in one business day).

Please bear in mind these timelines require your participation in completing the client intake process (online introductory questionnaire and telephone consultation).

*Rush applies to only the Federal Resume and Cover Letter aspect of this service.

Federal Resumes are necessary when applying to jobs with the US federal government, which employs almost two million Americans across countless agencies.

Curious about federal employment possibilities? Here is a comprehensive A-Z index of all US government agencies and departments.

The US federal government uses eligibility requirements to weed out applicants and identify top candidates. Eligibility requirements therefore vary based on many factors including agency, department, and job function.

For more info check out our post on Eligibility Requirements for Federal Employment.

Some Federal jobs require applicants to submit a narrative statement (KSAs, MTQs, and ECQs) as a separate document from your Federal Resume.

These narrative statements are not included with your Federal Resume purchase.

However, we do offer assistance with these narrative statements for an additional charge (quoted on an individual basis for each unique project).

Federal Resume includes a matching (optional) Cover Letter which may be added or removed from your order using the dropdowns below the FAQs.

Additionally, this service includes access to our entire library of exercises, guides, and worksheets which are free for you to download within the client portal.

Job Search Guides

  • Guide to Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Guide to Behavioral Interviewing
  • Guide to Comparing Job Offers
  • Guide to Cover Letters
  • Guide to Customizing Your Resume
  • Guide to Explaining Why You Left A Job (During an Interview)
  • Guide to Facing Unemployment
  • Guide to the Hidden Job Market
  • Guide to Job Search After Age 50
  • Guide to Job Search Letters (Letters of Acceptance, Refusal, and Resignation)
  • Guide to Knowing When It’s Time For A Career Change
  • Guide to Networking
  • Guide to Professional References
  • Guide to Quitting Your Job
  • Guide to Salary Negotiation
  • Guide to Salary Transparency
  • Guide to What to Do After the Interview

Career Discovery Worksheets & Exercises

  • Career Discovery Pondering Questions
  • Career Values Identification Workbook
  • Researching Occupations Exercise

Goal Setting Worksheets & Exercises

  • 3 Month Vision Worksheet
  • Annual Goal Setting Worksheet
  • Rocking Chair Life Visioning Exercise
  • SMART Goal Setting Exercise
  • Understanding The Why of Your Goals
  • Wacky Wild Goal Brainstorming

Interviewing Worksheets & Exercises

  • Elevator Pitch
  • Interview Cheat Sheet
  • Interview Recap Worksheet
  • Interview Script

Job Search Worksheets & Exercises

  • Company Target List Worksheet
  • Job Search Fundamentals Checklist
  • Job Search Tracker (excel)
  • Monthly Goals Worksheet
  • Requesting an Informational Interview

Self Improvement Worksheets & Exercises

  • Boost Your Strengths Exercise
  • Weakness Zapper

Self Reflection Worksheets & Exercises

  • 360 Feedback Exercise
  • Find Your Hidden Treasure
  • Get Perspective Worksheet
  • Job Focus Grid
  • Personal SWOT Exercise
  • Sample Values List
  • Top 10 Cognitive Distortions

LinkedIn Optimization is our signature service for overhauling your LinkedIn profile.

We develop unique content that communicates a clear message and is loaded with keywords to improve your profile’s visibility. We also analyze your profile and make suggestions. The end result is an enhanced LinkedIn profile that builds your image, compliments your Resume, and puts your best foot forward.

We develop content and make recommendations for all sections of your LinkedIn profile including:

  • About
  • Awards
  • Certifications
  • Courses
  • Education
  • Featured Media
  • Groups
  • Headline
  • Languages
  • Open to Opportunities
  • Organizations
  • Patents
  • Photo Selection
  • Projects
  • Publications
  • Recommendations
  • Skills & Endorsements
  • Volunteerism
  • Work History

LinkedIn Optimization is a collaborative effort to improve your profile by developing unique content and leveraging the key features of your LinkedIn profile.

We create the content for your new LinkedIn profile on a helpful worksheet. Simply copy and paste the content from the worksheet into your LinkedIn profile.

If you’re unfamiliar with updating your LinkedIn profile, we’re happy to provide support to ensure your updates are completed successfully.

Building your Federal Resume addresses your needs today.

But, what about one, two, or even three years from now?

As the years pass – we make it easy to keep things updated. Federal Resume Rework is reserved exclusively for returning customers (starting at $395 for GS3-7).

Whether adding your newest jobs, altering the focus, or tweaking the layout. Anytime you need help down the line – this service is reserved for our valued former customers.

Yes. This service makes a great gift for loved ones and friends.

Simply place your order here on the website and include the name and email address of your gift recipient into the ‘order notes’ at checkout.

Federal Resume ranges from $695 to $1,650 (depending on multiple factors). Please make your selections from the dropdowns below the FAQs to see exact pricing.

The price you see is the price you pay; no sales tax or hidden fees.

Rates vary based on your GS level (pay scale for federal employees). In general, the GS level is determined by an individual’s education, experience, and other qualifications. The higher the GS level, the more advanced and specialized the position.

GS-level is a fairly good indicator for how time consuming and complex your project is. Please select the GS level (3-7, 8-12, 13-15, SES/15+) that most accurately describes your experience level and/or the GS level you’re targeting.

Yes, this is the most cost effective way to build your new Federal Resume + Cover Letter + LinkedIn Optimization. These services are included in this package at reduced rates (compared to their standalone rates).

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