The Best Entry Level Government Jobs

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There is a lot of discussion about how government-sector jobs are more stable than others in our faltering economy and about how government hiring trends are predicted to be more resistant to the economic downturn than other sectors. Unfortunately, this doesn’t do you a whole lot of good, if you’ve got no idea of where to start in order to get hired.

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phylcook

almost 3 years ago

2 comments

very informational , helpful in deciding carree path
elainehui

almost 3 years ago

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Are there any openings where a college degree is not required? I've been in the Commercial Real Estate profession for over 10 years and have been laid off for a year and a half now. I would like to be in a stable environment and grow within. Does work experience count anymore?
LydiaD

almost 3 years ago

2 comments

I am interested in pursuing an entry level position in the social work field for the government, but would anybody happen to know what is the best path to take seeing that I have a Bachelors of Science in Sociology?
flyr56

almost 3 years ago

2 comments

I have owned my own business now for over 30 years and have not seen anything like this.I have never missed a day due to illness and cannot remember being late to an appointment.
Having said that,I would love to be able to work with the government to have some stability and maybe see what it is like to have benefits.
Account Removed

almost 3 years ago

I have been in the medical field for 8 years .I have a medical assistant diploma.In my career I have been mainly in the clerical and administrative side.I am not looking to make big bucks.I just want a job that is secure and that I can go to work,come home and spend time with my family and start the process all over again the next day.I just want to work.Thanx
jlamp72807

almost 3 years ago

4 comments

I graduated in 2008 with a BS in Information Systems, and began my career change efforts immediately. I'm still looking, and can't get past the experiance requirement. Any tips to sell myself and use life experiances such as building PC systems would be appreciated.
nikkivegas

almost 3 years ago

4 comments

@ Cricket2009 I ask the very same question. I find this to be the case most often, so how is that entry-level if the employer is asking for several years of experience?
cricket2009

almost 3 years ago

18 comments

I like this article and found it very interesting. I am interested in a position as a Paralegal. I am willing to start in an entry-level position and grow with the position. However, what confuses me is when a position says entry-level, why is there a requirement of 2-5 years experience?
thrill47

almost 3 years ago

2 comments

I am interested in a social worker position how do i apply for this position.
jackmanrobert11

almost 3 years ago

2 comments

For me computer field job is better than any other.

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DAFrenya

almost 3 years ago

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Hello: I have a BA in Human Service & Counseling, a Masters Degree in Human Service. I am looking for a fulltime position that will allow my life experiances and professional education help people achieve thier potential in life. This is my way of being the change I would like to see in the world.
jscott5

almost 3 years ago

6 comments

Hello I have a B.A. in Political Science and a B.A. in Mass Communications. I have 3 years experience as a newspaper staff writer. I would like to apply for any of these jobs. I have experience with working in the sales field as well as construction worker experience I can be reached missjanaya@yahoo.com Please email me with available information. I am willing to locate anywhere.
ishflex02

almost 3 years ago

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I have a BS Degree in accounting with over 4 years of accounting and other business related experiences. I am also on my final examination to graduating with MS degree in criminal justice in August 2010. I am a US Army Reservist currently deployed to Iraq in support of operation Iraqi freedom until September 2010. I have a secrete clearance. I am seeking full time job in the federal government area. I would like to work in Minneapolis/St Paul/St Cloud areas in MN but also open to relocation. Ishflex02@aol.com
Stephanie_Hall

almost 3 years ago

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I would love a government job where I can expand my knowledge in telecommunications/and or administration. I am a 10 yr veteran of the U.S. Army and I would love to work for the government again. It was the most stable and honorable time of my life. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and good luck to all!
Ozren

about 3 years ago

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I have a Bachelor's Degree in History from the University of North Dakota. I have always been interested in a federal government job and I would be ideal as an administrative assistant. I would like to work in either North Dakota or the Minneapolis/St.Paul area, but I am also open to moving anywhere for the right occupation.