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Follow along to find out more!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43901 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Picture-of-a-man-in-office-Virginia.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a man in office - Virginia\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Picture-of-a-man-in-office-Virginia.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Picture-of-a-man-in-office-Virginia-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Picture-of-a-man-in-office-Virginia-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1200px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_what_to_except\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>What to Expect<\/b><\/h2>\n<blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your experience working for the government depends on your job and department. Each department operates differently; some will work in office environments, while others may work in a hospital setting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any of these skills or experience, there&#8217;s a government job out there for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Administrative support or administrative experience<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficult research projects<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working alongside multiple staff members<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing security to facilities or personnel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working in an office setting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assists patrons of a facility or business<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Responsible for other staff members<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working with a recruitment management system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helping secure airports<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and many others.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; 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sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_government_benefits\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Government Benefits<\/b><\/h2>\n<blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a government position, your employers provide you with benefits and assistance, often much greater than other private companies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><b>Benefits include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retirement programs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">401K<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paid Time Off<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Observed holidays off<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maternity leave<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Life insurance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Child and dependent care<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"cg_living_in_virginia\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Living in Virginia<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virginia is a state rich in natural beauty, culture, and history. There are numerous reasons to adore living in Virginia, from the rolling hills of the Shenandoah Valley and the beautiful Wallops island to the vibrant city life of Virginia Beach.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virginia has some of the most magnificent natural settings in the country. Residents enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking at Great Falls Park and visiting Shenandoah National Park for beautiful mountain views and wildlife interactions. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive offer picturesque drives with numerous natural beauties along the way. Virginia offers nearly 200 miles of coastline along the Atlantic Ocean, with a variety of beaches that are ideal for relaxing and soaking up some sun.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43898 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-of-a-man-looking-through-some-papers-Virginia.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a man looking through some papers - Virginia\" width=\"1200\" height=\"650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-of-a-man-looking-through-some-papers-Virginia.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-of-a-man-looking-through-some-papers-Virginia-980x531.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-of-a-man-looking-through-some-papers-Virginia-480x260.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1200px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_find_govt_jobs\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Finding Government Jobs<\/b><\/h2>\n<div id=\"cg_USAJobs\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h3><b>USAJobs<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best online resources for finding a government position is <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.usajobs.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.USAJobs.gov<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here, you&#8217;ll find a large selection of jobs available posted by the Virginia state government. Right now, there are jobs available maintaining federal contract compliance programs, in the transportation security administration of the transportation sectors, jobs in the public transit systems, and even jobs catered specifically to veterans. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are almost 3,000 jobs available, and you can filter them to meet your specific needs. Create a new profile on this site to help you stay updated whenever they post new positions. The site features jobs across the country, so if you want to explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/blog\/government-jobs-in-georgia\/\">government jobs in Georgia<\/a> or any other state as well, you don&#8217;t have to look far.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_GovernmentJobs\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h3><b>GovernmentJobs<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.GovernmentJobs.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is another great resource you can use to find the position of your dreams. Search &#8220;Virginia&#8221; for the job locations, and find a list of available jobs in the area. Whether you&#8217;re looking for a job in Springfield or Arlington, all of the cities in Virginia will be compiled in one list. You can also search specifically for each city if you want a more narrow listing. Right now, this site has almost 2,000 available jobs. Create an account to stay updated whenever new job postings are available.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_VBGov\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h3><b>VBGov<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, going directly to the source is the easiest way to find a job. Virginia Beach is the largest city in the state, so we&#8217;re using their city&#8217;s site as an example. Check out <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vbgov.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.VBGov.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find their listing of local government jobs and some in nearby cities. Right now, there are almost 200 jobs to choose from in a variety of departments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43897 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-person-sitting-behind-a-laptop-Virginia.jpg\" alt=\"A person sitting behind a laptop - Virginia\" width=\"1200\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-person-sitting-behind-a-laptop-Virginia.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-person-sitting-behind-a-laptop-Virginia-980x449.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-person-sitting-behind-a-laptop-Virginia-480x220.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1200px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_befor_you_apply\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Before You Apply<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before applying for jobs, you should update your resume. Anyone looking for work should have an up-to-date resume that is ready to send out.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An outdated resume makes it much more difficult for employers and recruiters to understand who you are, your experience and qualifications, and whether you&#8217;d be a good fit for their organization.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Similar Jobs&#8221; module_class=&#8221;sidebar-similar-jobs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_sidebar area=&#8221;cs-7&#8243; module_class=&#8221;blog-similar-jobs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Section text Part Three&#8221; module_class=&#8221;cig-blog-details&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; max_width=&#8221;1024px&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|auto||auto|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|0px|0|0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;50px|0|50px|0&#8243; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_padding_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1200px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||0px|&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;0px|||&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_width_px=&#8221;1200px&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.5&#8243; text_font=&#8221;PT Serif||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#363636&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;24&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; min_height=&#8221;929px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px|&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||30px||false|false&#8221; text_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; text_font_size_phone=&#8221;&#8221; text_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before applying for any positions, ensure your resume is up to date and has all the most pertinent information about your work history, education, skillset, and so on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not sure where to begin? Include any recent professional accomplishments that demonstrate the value you can contribute and any new skills or certifications you have earned over time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It also helps to have someone else look at it from a different angle; they may be able to find areas where you can improve your application even more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Add a Cover Letter<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A solid cover letter might be just as vital as your resume when it comes to getting noticed by potential employers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A well-written cover letter can help you present yourself in greater detail than your resume and provide context for how your abilities and experiences connect to the position you are looking for.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When used strategically, it can provide employers with information about you that goes beyond what is written. It can also demonstrate that you have gone above and beyond to create something unique that will set you apart from other applicants.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider which roles will benefit the most from a cover letter when considering whether or not to write one. Typically, occupations that need creative or technical writing abilities or have specific qualifications require some form of a supplemental sales pitch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43900 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-of-two-men-sitting-in-an-office-Virginia.jpg\" alt=\"Image of two men sitting in an office - Virginia\" width=\"1200\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-of-two-men-sitting-in-an-office-Virginia.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-of-two-men-sitting-in-an-office-Virginia-980x449.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Image-of-two-men-sitting-in-an-office-Virginia-480x220.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1200px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Get Started Today!<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know where to start looking for government positions, there&#8217;s no better time to start applying than today. Of course, ensure you have updated your resume and cover letter and any other vital documents or information needed to complete your applications. 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