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When writing your resume, you should consider your accomplishments, making your resume is
results-driven. It is best to break your resume down into major sections, outlining personal
information, education, experience and other qualifying information. The Job Opportunity
Announcement (JOA) may specify information that must be included on your resume, so please
read it carefully. Using the Resume Builder in USAJOBS helps ensure that you include this
essential information. The following information is required when applying for Federal
positions. Omitting this information could result in your being determined unqualified for the
position.
Personal Information Education
Full Name School Name, Country, City/State Zip Code
Mailing Address Degree Attained or Pursuing/Major
Email Address Completion Date or Expected Date of Completion
Phone Number Major - GPA* required if stated in JOA
Citizenship Total Credits (if not completed)*
Military Status Honors*
Job-Related Coursework*
*This information is optional, but recommended.
Also Include the Following Information (if applicable)
• Selective Service Registration Status (Males)
• Eligibility for Derived Veterans Preference (information can be found at www.OPM.gov
or www.Fedshirevets.gov )
• Federal Employee Status (Current Federal civilian employee, former Federal employee
[with or without] reinstatement eligibility)
• Any Hiring Paths for which you may be eligible
Example of Work Experience
Employer Name and Full Address or City and State
Job Title, Grade (if Federal), Rank (if Military)
Salary*
Employment Dates (month/year – month/year) – critical in determining amount of experience
Number of Hours Worked Per Week – critical in determining amount of experience
Supervisor’s Name and Phone Number
May we contact your current supervisor?*
Duties and Accomplishments - You must show how your skills and experiences meet the
qualifications and other requirements listed in the JOA to be considered for the job. Also,
consider the level of your experience. For instance, did you serve as a team lead or a team
member? Also, include examples of relevant experiences and accomplishments that prove you
can perform the duties of the position, at the level required for the job.
Use numbers, percentages or dollars to quantify your accomplishments. Include examples of
how you saved time, money, managed money, improved a process, etc. Examples: Improved