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Our government offers jobs in a kaleidoscope of disciplines, from aerospace to the creative arts and engineering to education. Agencies need architects, doctors, transportation experts, businesspeople, lawyers, social scientists and many other kinds of specialists. Here is more information on which agencies offer these types of jobs, what types of jobs people in these fields...
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How agencies can open doors for job seekers without a four-year degree

Attracting and hiring job seekers without four-year degrees would benefit our federal government and our nation. A recent report, written by the Partnership in collaboration with the James Irvine Foundation, outlines the barriers that prevent individuals without four-year degrees from attaining federal work and offers recommendations to address these barriers. Federal agencies should offer more...
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How one federal agency has developed a new pipeline for entry-level talent

Are you an entry-level job seeker with a passion for public service and an interest in finance? The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation hires roughly 200 entry-level bank examiners each year, staffing nearly 80 offices nationwide. To hire new entry-level talent, the FDIC uses two key recruiting initiatives: the Pathways Programs and agency hiring events. Over...
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How to fulfill your hiring needs during the COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated the importance of an effective federal workforce, yet it can be challenging to bring on new talent during a crisis. In April, the Partnership hosted two virtual roundtables to help federal human capital leaders recruit and fulfill their hiring needs in a virtual environment. Best practices to bring qualified talent...
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