Employment Spot

What is available?
No matter what your interests or employment background, there is probably a spot for you in government jobs.  The federal government jobs in highest demand are administration, office clerk/assistant, information technology, contract specialist, management analyst, human resources specialist and engineer.  The U.S. federal government separates its jobs according to the following eight career interest areas:

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The recent closure of America’s Job Bank has prompted some confusion and question about job banks and job search services in general. Job banks are tools used by job seekers to find employment listings online. The convenience of the online search allows job seekers to spend less time rummaging through want ads and more time updating resumes or tailoring their cover letters to specific employers. Job banks have become very popular in recent years as technology becomes an increasingly valuable tool to employers and employees alike. In fact, almost three in four employees are now hired via an online job bank and this number is only expected to increase. Employers have dedicated more resources in recent years to online recruiting and posting open positions in job banks, which can be accessed via newspapers like ChicagoTribune or through Internet sites like Employmentspot.com.

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Many Americans cannot fit a full-time, 40 hours per week job into their schedules or lifestyles. These people may include stay-at-home parents, recent retirees or people who enjoy regular volunteering. According to Kate Lorenz, editor at CareerBuilder.com, there are plenty of part-time career opportunities that include benefits such as health insurance or paid time off. Read more about the following industries, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, that allow employees to work part-time, but receive full-time benefits.

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So you want to work for the government? Careers in the public sector often offer great benefits and learning opportunities. The following resources can point you in the right direction:

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You’ve earned a 4-year degree, have grand plans to build a career and are ready to face the world. For many, the next step is simple: begin the job search or grad school. Looking for another option? If you’re interested in seeing a new part of the world and are ready to make a two-year commitment, consider the Peace Corps.
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