U.S. Government News

Four-Day Federal Hiring Event in Four Kentucky Cities

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 09:45:56 PST

U.S. Border Patrol Minority Recruitment Strike Team agents will conduct an intensive four-day recruiting event throughout Kentucky from Wednesday, July 16, to Saturday, July 20, in the cities of Hopkinsville, Louisville, Lexington, and Owensboro.

Green Jobs and Industries – a digest of studies and reports

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:57:46 PST

What is a "Green" industry or occupation? There are many aspects of work that could be considered green, such as new materials, methods, products, and services.

Temporary RN, LVN, PT Staff Contract Opportunity

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 09:32:14 PST

Contract services to provide temporary/Relief RN(s), LVN(s), and PT(s) are to provide medical, surgical, and specialty services such as emergency medicine, psychiatric or nursing care, etc. to the Department of Mental Health (DMH) for the care of patients at Coalinga State Hospital (CSH). Temporary/Relief RN, LVN, PT services shall be used only when patient acuity levels or appropriate staffing levels cannot be maintained with civil services staff.

Government Jobs: U.S. Border Patrol Recruitment Day May 17th

Fri, 16 May 2008 19:38:16 PST

U.S. Border Patrol national recruiters are conducting an intensive recruiting event on Saturday, May 17 at the Chicago Marriott O’Hare, 8535 West Higgins Road, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Border Patrol is searching for qualified men and women in the Edinburg area to join their ranks in U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the largest law enforcement agency in the country.

Government Jobs: Technical School Graduates Targeted for National Security Jobs by CBD

Fri, 02 May 2008 06:35:20 PST

U.S. Customs and Border Protection sent letters to over 100 technical schools around the country, encouraging graduating students to consider pursuing a federal career in a host of available jobs. CBP’s rapid growth has brought thousands of entry-level opportunities in mission support and operational support positions.

U.S. Government Student Internship Opportunties

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:49:40 PST

This is the annual publication of internship opportunities within the federal government for undergraduate, graduate and law students.

Airport Peace Officer Basic Training, Regulation 1005

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:29:23 PST

The proposed amendment to Regulation 1005(a) will specify clearly in regulation that airport peace officers must complete two basic training requirements – Aviation Security and the Regular Basic Course (RBC). Adoption of the proposed changes will clarify the entry-level training standard for airport peace officers in the regulation section which addresses entry-level training standards.

Government Jobs: Border Patrol Virtual Job Fair Opens New Frontier for CBP Applicants

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 14:59:25 PST

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the largest uniformed law enforcement agency in the country, has launched a "Virtual Job Fair" to fill 2,200 mission support and operational support positions ranging from entry-level to mid-career jobs located throughout the U.S.

Government Jobs: MSHA to hire more mine inspectors in Idaho, Oregon and Washington

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 07:03:01 PST

The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is seeking to hire new federal mine inspectors for positions in Boise, Idaho; Albany, Ore.; and Kent, Wash. Applicant screenings for these positions will be held April 12 and 13 in Pasco, Wash., at the Best Western Pasco Inn & Suites. Interested citizens who have not previously registered via MSHA's Web site are welcome to attend, subject to space availability

Database of more than 1,700 job candidates with disabilities to be made available to employers

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 08:37:18 PST

On March 19, the U.S. Department of Labor will make available to employers nationwide a free database of 1,769 new job candidates with disabilities seeking work in a wide variety of fields. Federal employers can tap into this ongoing recruitment resource online, and private sector, other government and nonprofit employers can request unlimited searches by calling a toll-free telephone number.

Government Jobs: MSHA is seeking to hire more mine inspectors in Montana and Utah

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 20:43:21 PST

The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is seeking to hire new federal mine inspectors for positions in Helena, Mont., and Salt Lake City, Utah. Applicant screenings for these positions will be held March 15 and 16 in Salt Lake City at the Sheraton City Centre. Interested citizens who have not previously registered via MSHA's Web site are welcome to attend, subject to space availability.

Government Jobs: MSHA seeks to hire more mine inspectors in Colorado and Montana

Sat, 08 Mar 2008 14:20:50 PST

MSHA is seeking to hire new federal mine inspectors for positions in Denver, Colo., and Helena, Mont. Applicant screenings for these positions will be held March 11 and 12 in Golden, Colo., at the Colorado School of Mines. Interested citizens who have not previously registered via MSHA's Web site are welcome to attend, subject to space availability.

Career Open House for Engineering, Information Technology, and Laboratory Jobs on March 29

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 20:32:36 PST

Brookhaven National Laboratory will hold a Career Open House on Saturday, March 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Laboratory's Berkner Hall. Human resources representatives and hiring managers will conduct preliminary interviews for specific positions at the Laboratory.

Employment Matchmakers: Pairing people and work

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 22:37:57 PST

Workers want jobs, and employers need workers. Employment matchmakers help bring the two groups together.

Government Jobs: FBI is Hiring Nearly 1000 Agents This Year

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 08:01:21 PST

It’s a good time to find out the FBI is hiring nearly 1,000 new agents this year.

Government Jobs: FAA Speeds Up Process To Hire Air Traffic Controllers

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:47:00 PST

In an effort to streamline the application process for air traffic controllers, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has created consolidated screening and testing centers to provide "one stop shopping" for prospective new employees. Consolidating security clearances, medical screenings, and fingerprinting allows the agency to cut weeks off the application process.

Summer Internships & Fellowship Opportunities: Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC)

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 18:18:54 PST

The PPIC summer internships are particularly appropriate for current students in graduate programs in economics, public administration, public policy, and related disciplines; recently graduated undergraduates with strong research skills and/or equivalent experience may also qualify. The application deadline for summer internships is March 14, 2008.

California's Veterans: Governor Schwarzenegger Announces $6 Million in Grants to Help California's Veterans Find New Jobs

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:27:11 PST

2/12/2008 - Continuing his commitment to California's brave servicemen and women, Governor Schwarzenegger today announced more than $6 million in grants to help military veterans as they return to the civilian workforce. The Governor made the announcement in Los Angeles at Managed Career Solutions, Inc. which will receive $500,000 in grant funds to assist 300 county residents obtain and retain well-paid jobs in high-growth industries. The $6 million in Workforce Investment Act (WIA) funds will help more than 1,500 newly discharged veterans find jobs. Additionally, the 12 agencies and organizations across California receiving the grants have committed matching funds of almost $4 million to further expand their job training programs, for a total investment of nearly $10 million.

Press Internships Available - Deadline March 15

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 08:06:46 PST

Senator Murray is looking for legislative and press interns in D.C. and constituent advocacy interns in the Seattle and Spokane state offices. Applicants should be eager to learn more about the legislative process, and want to be part of a hardworking team, dedicated to serving the citizens of Washington state.

Government Jobs: MSHA seeking to hire more mine inspectors

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 10:38:58 PST