The Riley Guide: Job Banks & Recruiters

Government, Defense,
& Military Service in the United States

Opportunities with the US Federal Government
US Department of Defense & Military Service || The Defense Industry
Security Clearance Required || State & Local Governments

The resources listed here focus on U.S. government entities at the Federal, state, and local level and on the services of the U.S. Military and Coast Guard. Other governments are included in the International Resources under the appropriate country.

You may also be interested in our Jobs in Public Service & Administration This will include jobs in Congressional offices as well as lobbying firms and other organizations. We also have links to some individual Government agencies listed under the appropriate topic, such as Earth, Environmental, and Water Sciences (look for a link to NOAA).

Opportunities with the US Federal Government

Official Government Job Banks

USAJobs from OPM

...web page from the Office of Personnel Management with the official job listings for the Federal Government and the salary charts, resume info, etc. Very nice. Make this your first stop if you are looking for a job with the Federal Government. Almost everyone is required to post all open positions here, so it will save you a lot of time and effort. However, since many departments and agencies list openings on their own web sites, we have provided a short list of sources to help you locate and connect with these individual sites.

Studentjobs.gov

... from OPM and the Dept. of Education's Student Financial Assistance office. "This Web site is designed to be your one stop for information you need to find the job you want in the Federal Government. Whether you’re in high school, college, or graduate school, you could be eligible for a variety of special opportunities for students in the Federal government. [...] Most Federal agencies are required to post vacancies on this database; and Studentjobs.gov has gathered information on the agencies that aren't required to post their vacancies at Other Job Opportunities, giving you the most comprehensive access to Federal job opportunities available. Learn about co-ops, internships, summer employment, the Outstanding Scholars Program, volunteer opportunities, and plenty of temporary and permanent part-time and full-time jobs." Search for jobs, post a profile for auto-matching, post your resume, learn about the many government agencies and department, and link to those who aren't required to post their information in OPM's central database, USAJobs.

Other Sources for Government Job Leads

Federal Internships from the Washington DC JobSource

...links to the internship opportunities available in each agency or department including a list of links to all members of the U.S. House of Representatives and internships offered in their offices.

federalgovernmentjobs.us

...free site which replicates the job listings posted by the Feds in their own sites, but this is a bit cleaner and less reliant on you knowing exactly what you are looking for. Search by title or by location. One note: the layout of the specific job listings includes a lot of white space, so scroll down the page to view the whole listing. All applications must go through the cited application source, not this site.

Federal Job Source Federal Openings Nationwide

...great listing of links to many Federal agencies, provided by the Internet Job Source

Federal Jobs Digest

...private resource for listings of Federal jobs. Nicely arranged by job group (science, administration, law enforcement.) Unfortunately you must register and submit your resume in order to search the jobs for free. No resume, then $10 for 30 days.

FedGuide.com, The Federal Personnel Guide

...published by the Key Communications Group, Inc., this site features information and good excerpts on all facets of employment and work in the Federal Government, including jobs with the USPS and the Civil Service Program.

GlobalCorps

"The GlobalCorps website is your gateway to Personal Services Contract (PSC) positions with the U.S. Agency for International Development, Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (USAID/OFDA) and the Office of Transition Initiatives (USAID/OTI). Here you will find lists and descriptions of open and past positions, guidance on applying for jobs, and information on each office's critical mission." You can review the jobs and submit applications, but since these are contract jobs with the U.S. Government they have special forms and instructions. Please be sure to review them and submit those that are necessary. Not all of these jobs are limited to US citizens or residents.

GovernmentExecutive.com

...this site features news and resources of interest to federal managers and executives and accompanies the print magazine. Their mission is to cover the business of the government. Under “The Workforce” are news and resources of interest to anyone considering a career in this sector.

More Sources for Your Search

USA.gov

..."Your Guide to Government Services." Easy way to get to what you need from the Feds, including links to agencies, etc.

Stephen Barr's Federal Diary

This column appears Sunday through Friday in the Metro Section of the Washington Post and is a great source of current information on the happenings that affect employees and employment with the Federal Government. Among his daily reports are frequent announcements of new openings and who to contact for more information, so this is a great place to watch for good news.

The Resume Place

Kathryn Kraemer Troutman, author of the Federal Resume Guidebook, gives you great information on creating your Federal or private sector resume. She also covers areas such as the application process, the KSA, and other unique areas involved in seeking work with the Feds.

The United States Government Manual

... several editions of who's who in our government. The manual covers agencies in all three branches of the government as well as "quasi-official agencies; international organizations in which the United States participates; and boards, commissions, and committees." Agency descriptions include main officials, the agency's purpose and history, its activities, and a section entitled "Sources of Interest," which gives information such as employment, publications, and other activities of interest to the general public. Each section of the document is available in text or .pdf format.

Official US Executive Branch Web Sites

... this list is from the Library of Congress

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US Department of Defense & Military Service

Go-Defense, Civilian Jobs in the US Department of Defense

...operated by the Defense Applicant Assistance Office (DAAO), this site is designed to assist persons pursuing civilian positions with the US Department of Defense. The site includes information on the many civilian occupations available and then outlines opportunities for experienced professionals, new college graduates, veterans, and disabled veterans.

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United States Armed Forces

Connect to each service's web site for more information on military service opportunities, benefits of a military career, and recruiter locations. We also have information for Musicians interested in the Military's Musical Organizations.

Today’s Military

... a one-stop center for all the information needed to explore the U.S. Military Services, opportunities available in the military, and military life. There are many ways to access the information here, including the links at the top of the page (What It Is, What It’s Like, What You Get, How to Decide, Next Steps), selecting from the menu of quick links in the middle of the page, or by selecting the information you’d like to see based on who you are (parents, teacher, or student/person considering serving.) They encourage people to really consider whether the military is a good choice before enlisting, and offer suggestions to guide a person in this decision-making process.

Military training for civilian careers (Or: How to gain practical experience while serving your country)

You learn interesting things when you spend as much time online as I do. For example,I didn't know that the first edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook was designed to provide career guidance for veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. This article from the Spring 2007 edition of the Occupational Outlook Quarterly returns to that original purpose with an article highlighting the value of a career in military service. This is a PDF document and requires the free Adobe reader for viewing and printing.

Still interested? Visit the recruiting sites for each service branch to learn more and contact a recruiter.

GoArmy the U.S. Army Recruiting Home Page

"Be all you can be!" Call 1-800-USA-ARMY, fill in the handy online form or send e-mail to the appropriate contact for more information about careers in the U.S. Army. Their Army's main site has terrific information about this service.

Navy.com, Opportunities with the U.S. Navy

Call 1-800-USA-NAVY, click on the "Send me info" button online, or check out the Navy's website for more information about life in the Navy.

U.S. Air Force

The link for information on Careers in the USAF is right on the front page. For more information, explore the website, fill in the online form or call 1-800-423-USAF. You can also check out the USAF official website for more information on this branch of the military.

U.S. Marines.

If this doesn't answer all your questions, then check out their official web site, contact a USMC Recruiter or call (800) MARINES for more information.

Go Coast Guard

Actually a division of the Department of Homeland Security, the Coast Guard ensures safe and efficient marine transportation, works to enforce law and treaties on the seas, protects our nation's borders and provides for the national defense. You can learn even more from their official website

US Merchant Marine Academy

"The United States Merchant Marine Academy is operated by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), one of the modal agencies of the U.S. Department of Transportation. The Maritime Administration has a general oversight role for the civilian maritime industry, comparable to the role of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in overseeing the civilian aviation industry." While not truly a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, "in times of war or national security the U.S. merchant marine becomes vital to national security as a 'fourth arm of defense.' Our merchant ships bear the brunt of delivering military supplies overseas to our forces and allies." Graduates of the Academy serve their country by pursuing highly successful careers in the maritime industry and the armed services.

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The Defense Industry

The Defense Industry

....a guide to employment information and opportunities in the defense industry provided by Maryland Careers, an online source for employment information in Maryland run by Tom Coates, a local career consultant. The links provided here include industry information, recruiters, associations, and other job sources for the defense industry, and the links connect to national as well as local resources and associations for the Washington DC metropolitan region.

Jane's Defence Section

...news and info on the defence industry. Includes a glossary, and picture and video galleries.

Women in Defense

"Women In Defense (WID), A National Security Organization, an affiliate of the National Defense Industrial Association, cultivates and supports the advancement and recognition of women in all aspects of national security. A non-profit organization, WID was established to provide women a formal environment for professional growth through networking, education, and career development." Besides the obvious support and networking opportunities provided by this group, they also offer a scholarship designed "to provide financial assistance to further educational objectives of women who are U.S. citizens either employed or planning careers in defense or national security areas. (This is not law enforcement or criminal justice.)"

Information on manufacturer's of Defense Technology is also available.

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Security Clearance Required

ClearanceJobs.com

...if you have a US government security clearance (a very valuable qualification these days), then this site is for you. "ClearanceJobs.com is a business that matches job seekers that hold active or current Department of Defense, Department of State, and Department of Energy security clearances to hiring employers and recruiters looking for skilled cleared candidates." The jobs cover numerous job fields, levels, and locations. You can search by keyword, minimum clearance required, and location, or just view "All", which is a lot.

ClearedConnections

..."The online resource for security-cleared professionals. [...] We connect Cleared Facilities (FCL) with U.S. security-cleared professionals (PLC) looking for security clearance jobs. These may include local, state, or federal government jobs or security jobs in the private sector in the US, Iraq, Afghanistan, or elsewhere overseas." To protect you, employers who want to be members of this site must be US Government Agencies and Contractors who employer a Facility Security Office and possess a Facility Clearance. Anyone can search the listings without registering, but you must register in order to apply for jobs posted here, and yes, you must hold a current security clearance in order to register and use this site.

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State and Local Governments

General State Sources

These may also have some listings for the Federal government.

Careers in Government

... a clearinghouse of information, resources and jobs available in public sector organizations in America and abroad. Provides access to all kinds of jobs in government and the public sector, including positions with many county and municipal agencies. Search by keyword and other criteria, or by employer and location. Register to have job postings of interest automatically e-mailed to you or to submit your resume. Also included is a helpful list of related associations.

GovJobs

...jobs in all kind of government positions (local, state, Feds, military, etc). You can do a quicksearch on the front page or go to the real job search board to specify a location. My only problem with this site is I am seeing jobs that are up to a year old, so check the dates before you apply.

GovtJob.Net

... provides a centralized online source of jobs available in local government nationally. In the contents frame, click on the job descriptor that interests you and view the employment opportunities in the frame on your right. Sponsored by the Local Government Institute (LGI).

Govtjobs.com

..."Agencies listing positions with govtjobs.com include cities, counties, states, executive search firms, advertising agencies and other governmental jurisdictions."

The States / U.S. Territories / Outlying Areas

The follow list links directly to the recruiting pages for each government or agency listed.

Alabama || Alaska || Arizona || Arkansas || California || Colorado || Connecticut || Delaware || District of Columbia and the Metro-Washington (DC) Council of Governments || Florida || Georgia || Guam || Hawaii || Idaho || Illinois (plus internships) || Indiana || Iowa Kansas || Kentucky || Louisiana || Maine || Maryland || Massachusetts || Michigan || Minnesota || Mississippi || Missouri || Montana || Nebraska || Nevada || New Hampshire || New Jersey || New Mexico || New York || North Carolina || North Dakota || Ohio || Oklahoma || Oregon || Pennsylvania || Puerto Rico || Rhode Island || South Carolina || South Dakota || Tennessee || Texas || US Virgin Islands || Utah || Vermont || Virginia || Washington || West Virginia || Wisconsin || Wyoming

Other Sources for Jobs in State and Local Governments and the US Territories / Outlying Areas

The following resources will help you find the many state, local, and regional government bodies that oversee the various bits and pieces that make up the United States, including the territorial and tribal governing bodies.

State and Local Government on the NET

...marvelous collection of link to official government web sites in the U.S. Also includes the U.S. territories, Tribal governments, and many additional resources.

Library of Congress State & Local Government

Links to and information on our state and local governments, collected online by the Library of Congress.

NASCIO

NASCIO represents state chief information officers and information resource executives and managers from the 50 states, six U. S. territories, and the District of Columbia. Resources on this site include their State Search, State Profiles, and the list of Chief Information Officers for each state.

You should also check our section on U.S. Local Opportunities

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