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Welcome to GovCentral, an independently run hub for the civilian government community.

Who are we?

We’re not simply an anonymous job board, not an index of government agencies and contact information, but something new and different: a place where your lifelong career needs come home to roost.

Whether you’re considering a career in government work for the first time, or a veteran employee, our aim is to serve you. Uniquely. There’s no other place that brings together the tools, information, and community you need to take action on your career aspirations.

What Will You Find Here?

A Multitude of News Sources and Career Trend Blogs

Read up on the latest news affecting government personnel, and read blogs covering niche topics as well as general trends – all on one site.

• News
• Latest Government News Feeds

Prosper: Job Search and Career Advice

Use our career network, find mentors in discussions, check salaries, review ratings of potential employers: your career will be the better for it. Plus, because we’re part of Monster.com, we’ve got the biggest job search online. Period. You’ll know where the action is.

• Career Guides
• GS Pay Scale, NSPS, and Benefits Information
• GS Pay Scale Guide
• Job Search
• Department Directory

Play: Videos, Games and Quizzes

Cut to the good stuff. From humor to major government broadcasts, our videos section is informative and entertaining. In fact, you can upload your own videos to our collection, and give input into which videos should feature on our home page. Our Game and Quizzes are designed to challenge you, and help you become more career-savvy.

• Videos
• The Game
• Quizzes

Train: Are You Ready for a Government Career?

Is it fame and fortune you seek? Seize the day. Many of the hottest careers are in health, where four of the ten fastest growing jobs are. Shop for schools, search scholarships and visit our 24 career centers to discover which career path is right for you.

• Explore Career-Targeted Education

Connect: Discussions, Networking, Humor, and Photos

Share your life, share your work, your triumphs and whatever else comes your way. This community is for you.

• Discussion Forums
• Networking Groups
• Photos

Join: Make Yourself Heard

Share your opinions, get access to exclusive content, and read our weekly newsletter. You won’t want to miss out.

We welcome your feedback about our site. Make sure to tell your friends and co-workers about GovCentral to expand the network!

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