Is a Private Sector Resume Different From a Federal Resume?

Without a doubt, yes!  Not only is a Federal resume longer than a one to two page private sector resume, the content is different.  What do I mean by different content?  Isn’t a resume a resume no matter how you slice it?  Not really.  A private sector resume focuses on accomplishments and results – how many, number of hours saved, number of dollars earned, etc.  For example, “Saved Company X $1B.”  A Federal resume focuses on the skills required from you to get to that accomplishment.  The Federal HR staff is looking for the skills and competencies required to get the Federal job done.  The Federal hiring manager is looking for the accomplishment.  For example, “Gathered and analyzed complex financial data.  Used knowledge of contracting regulations to identify loopholes in contracting procedures.  Saved Company X $1B.”  This is why a Federal resume is generally two to three times longer than a private sector resume.   

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