Federal Resume Guide
The current federal resume rules — nothing outdated.
- 01The current USAJOBS format, section by section
- 02Keyword mining that survives USA Staffing filters
- 03Accomplishment language with the numbers HR expects
- 04The 18 U.S.C. 1001 certification pitfalls to avoid
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Made for people like you.
Service members transitioning to civilian life
Veterans applying for federal jobs
Anyone translating military experience to a resume
The updated federal resume playbook — written to the rules that apply today. Section-by-section formatting, keyword mining from the announcement, accomplishment language HR looks for, and the certification pitfalls that get applicants ruled ineligible.
General guidance, not legal or HR advice.
This guide is general career and job-search education. It is not legal, tax, immigration, HR, benefits, or veteran-benefits advice, and it does not create a professional relationship. Employer policies, federal hiring rules, and benefits programs change frequently — verify anything time- or eligibility-sensitive with the relevant agency, licensed attorney, accredited VSO, or your employer's HR department before you act.
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What's inside.
6 chapters — every one earns its place.
- 01Why outdated formats get you ruled ineligible
- 02The current format — walked through
- 03Keyword mining from the announcement
- 04Accomplishment statements: STAR + numbers
- 05Appointment authorities (VRA, 30%, VEOA)
- 06The four essay questions — done right
What buyers ask.
J.P.
I was 17, standing alone in a mall, crying — because I didn't know how to shop for myself, how to measure for a bra, or even what size I wore. Not everyone grows up with someone to teach them. Some of us are raising ourselves in real time. I joined the Army at 19 and learned life on the fly. I left at 32, still figuring things out, and at 37 I'm still learning — just with a lot more grace for myself now. The Vault is what I wish someone had handed me back then: honest, judgment-free answers, in one place, from someone who's been there. — J.P.
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The federal career transition set.
- Federal Resume GuideThis guide
- USAJOBS Guide
- Military-to-Federal Roadmap
The complete federal transition system — five guides, one price.
- USAJOBS Guide
- Military-to-Federal Roadmap
- Federal Resume GuideThis guide
- Interview Workbook
- Salary Negotiation Kit
