Government Jobs

Use this page to help you begin the process of applying for federal, state, or local government jobs.

Federal Government Jobs

  • USAJOBS.gov: Official Federal Jobsite
    USAJOBS is the official jobsite for the U.S. federal government and is operated by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Most federal civilian jobs–with the exception of jobs in the federal judiciary–are posted on USAJOBS.
  • Citizenship
    U.S. citizenship is required for most federal jobs. Some agencies hire non-citizens through special hiring procedures. Contact agencies directly to inquire about positions for non-citizens.
  • Search for Jobs
    The federal government has thousands of job openings at any given time. Use Advanced Search to narrow your search by job title, agency, location, and other criteria.
  • Apply for Jobs
    Each vacancy announcement has unique application requirements. If you've determined that you qualify for a position, review the "How to Apply" section of the job announcement. Some positions seek electronic applications while others accept applications by mail.
  • Security Clearance
    Some jobs with the federal government require a security clearance; however, the government will not request or pay for a background investigation until you are offered a position that requires a clearance.
  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Find answers to questions about the federal pay scale, the meaning of terms like "series," "grade," "status candidate," and more.

State Job Banks

  • State Job Banks
    Search the state job banks on CareerOneStop, a U.S. Department of Labor-sponsored site for job seekers.