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1 online resource (304) |
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text file |
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Exploring public service careers -- Understanding public service jobs in every sector and for every mission -- Helping people through human services and health -- Educating people and defending their rights -- Protecting the environment and managing infrastructure -- Managing and developing financial resources -- Helping the world : international development, relief, relations, and trade -- Keeping people safe -- Working with arts, culture, and religion -- Preparing for a public service job search : résumés and cover letters -- Identifying public service opportunities : networking and navigating the application process -- Launching your public service career : interviewing, negotiating offers, and getting promoted. |
| Summary |
"Details on major career interest areas, including human services, health, education, civil rights, the environment, infrastructure, finance, international development, security and law enforcement, religion, and the arts ; Profiles of 26 professionals in all areas of public service, with employers raging from the NYC Transit Authority to the Seattle opera ; Salaries, job outlook, and career information on more than 60 different public service jobs ; Listings of more than 250 professional associations, job search sites, and books ; Career exploration exercises to help you pinpoint the right area for you ; Sample resumes and cover letters with proven public service success ; Effective interview and networking strategies ; Salary negotiation guidelines specific to public service careers ; Targeted tips for specifc public service job searches, including the United Nations and Sate Department ; Expert advice for career changers, students, veterans, and AmeriCorps and Peace Corps volunteers"--Provided by publisher. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Civil service positions -- United States.
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Civil service positions. |
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United States. |
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Nonprofit organizations -- United States -- Employees.
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Nonprofit organizations. |
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Employees. |
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Vocational guidance -- United States.
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Vocational guidance. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic resource.
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Electronic books.
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Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Krasna, Heather. |
| ISBN |
9781593578008 electronic book |
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1593578008 electronic book |
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9781593577872 |
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1593577877 |
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