The Federal Government Hires Thousands of Workers Each Year. This Resource Shows You How to Become One of Them. The U.S. government offers between 16,000 and 18,000 job openings a day-all across the country in hundreds of agencies. But in too many cases, applying for a federal job is complex and frustrating. Don't be discouraged. This resource helps you navigate the federal hiring process-including official employment Web sites, lengthy job announcements, and the many hiring-related do's and don'ts.

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