Government & Public Service Tuesday, January 28, 2014 Agenda • 4:00pm- 4:15pm Industry Overview • 4:15pm- 4:30pm Job Search Strategies & Resources • 4:30pm- 4:45pm Resume & Interview Tips • 4:45pm- 5:00pm UC Center Sacramento & DC Fellows Program • 5:00pm- 6:00pm Panel • 6:00pm- 7:00pm Networking Survey  We’ll send you an email with a link.  You’ll have exclusive access to this session’s materials. What is a Public Service Career? Any career in which the key function is to benefit society (rather than make a profit) Where? • Government • Non-Profit Organizations & Non Governmental Organization (NGO’s) • Private Sector The Public Sector (aka Government) • Federal • State • Local WHY WORK IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR? • Make a Difference • Job Security • Benefits & Salary • Career Opportunities WHY NOT? • Relocation for Advancement • Hiring Process Federal Government The nation’s largest employer: 16% of U.S. workforce • • • • • • • • • • • • • Agriculture • Transportation Commerce • Veterans Affairs Defense Education • Independent Agencies: – CIA Health & Human Services – Amtrak Energy – EPA Interior – Federal Reserve Justice – NASA Homeland Security – Peace Corps Housing & Urban Development – SEC Labor – Social Security State Treasury State & Local Government • • • • • • • • • Higher Education Police & Fire Hospitals & Health Government Administration Public Welfare Transportation & Infrastructure Parks & Recreation K-12 Education Judicial, Legal & Corrections 5.9% of the U.S. workforce What is a nonprofit organization? • Purpose is to serve the greater good • Not part of the government TYPES OF NONPROFITS: • • • • • Private Hospitals Private Schools Symphonies Art museums Religious institutions • • • • International NGO’s Think tanks Higher Education Charitable organizations Jobs in Nonprofit Administration • • • • • • • • • Executives Program & Project Managers Communications & Outreach HR & Volunteer Coordination Fundraising & Development Contracting, Grants Management, & Consulting Finance, Accounting, & Budgeting Administration IT Is a Nonprofit Right for You? WHY WORK FOR A NONPROFIT? • Passion for a cause • Culture, Flexibility & Independence • Unique opportunities WHY NOT? • Generally lower pay • Short-staffed • Limited mobility • Job security The Private Sector Corporations and organizations whose main goal is to make a profit. • Social responsibility • Government or nonprofit contracts to implement projects for public good • Work of government agencies often done by private consultants and contractors Socially Responsible Companies (Source: Macleans.ca) 3M Adidas Group BMW Dell Ford Gap HP IBM ING Group Kellogg’s L’Oreal McDonald’s Merck Nestle Nike Nokia P&G Starbucks Volkswagen Whole Foods Market Is the Private Sector Right for You? WHY WORK IN THE PRIVATE SECTOR? • Generally higher salaries • Fast-paced, variety • Faster hiring process • More resources to have broader impact WHY NOT? • Salesmanship – solicit new contracts • Some feel less “purity of mission” What’s Your Issue? Human & Social Services Health Education Workers’ Rights Civil Rights Environment Infrastructure Development Commerce & Trade Regulations Auditing Government Finance Corporate Social Responsibility Fair Trade Philanthropy & Foundations International Relief & Development International Relations International Educational Exchanges International Trade International Environmental Issues International Law & Human Rights Intelligence & Security Defense & Military Disaster Recovery & Emergency Preparedness Law Enforcement, Corrections, & Fire Protection Judicial & Legal Professions Arts & Culture Religion The Job Search: How to Find Opportunities • Career Center • Online • Networking Career Center & UCLA Resources • BruinView – Jobs, Internships, On-Campus Recruitment (OCR) – Opportunity Lists – Employer Information Sessions • • • • • • Career Fairs Government & Non-Profit Night Career Lab/Library Career Center DC Fellows Internship Program UCLA CAPPP – Quarter in Washington Program UCLA in the Community Online Directory Opportunity Lists • Public Service Fellowships • Federal Agency Student Programs • Office of the President, Congress, Independent Federal Agencies • National Security & Foreign Policy • And more! Federal Government Resources RollCall.com, TheHill.com, Politico.com State & Local Gov. Resources – Exams often mandated, especially for FT positions – Application process can be complex and lengthy • Govtjobs.com – State and local opportunities across U.S. NONPROFITS/NGO’S Online Resources Thousands of non-profit opportunities listed, and links to non-profit career fairs • Guidestar.org • Opportunitynocs.org • CAnonprofits.org Network!!! • Personal Contacts: family, friends, professors, former bosses, religious/community affiliations, etc. • Informational Interviews • Bruinworks.com: UCLA Career Network • LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter • Gov-loop.com: social networking site for future and current government employees • Professional Associations • Young Government Leaders: active group of under-40 federal workers How to Write a Winning Resume Resume Basics • • • • No “right” way Easy to read Concise Tailored – Your answer to their “prompt” – Keywords – Most relevant first Specific Objective Relevant Coursework Easy on the Eye Honors/Awards Active Verbs What + How + Result Numbers! Section Headings Skills & Accomplishments Government Resumes • Postings will differ. Some may require: – – – – – – – Job announcement #, title and grade Citizenship SS # High School All colleges Colleges’ and employers’ addresses Supervisors’ names and phone #’s, and whether able to contact – Hours worked in each position – Salaries The Interview UCLA CAREER CENTER Pre-Interview: Research! Organization and Position • Products, services, clients, competitors, culture, etc. • Google current events • Understand the position you are pursuing – duties, requirements, department, etc. How You Fit with Them • Education, experience, knowledge, skills, attributes, etc. • Your career purpose, plans and goals • Your interest and unique fit for their organization specifically Details and Logistics of the Interview • Time, place, format, etc. UCLA CAREER CENTER Pre-Interview: Prep & Practice! • Career Center Resources: – Career Guide – Career Lab/Library – Mock Interviews: • Register on BruinView™ > Events and Workshops • Or BruinView™ > Make a Counseling Appointment • Friends, Family, Video, Etc. UCLA CAREER CENTER Interview Day • Be rested • Dress appropriately (business formal, unless instructed otherwise by employer) • Bring extra copies of your resume - on bond paper - ideally in a portfolio or other professional-looking carrying file • Arrive 10 minutes early – do not be late! • Be polite to everyone • Introduce yourself – good handshake, eye contact, and smile • Relax and be confident UCLA CAREER CENTER Post-Interview • Ask employer what the next steps are in the interview process • Request business card(s) – for thank you note(s) • Shake hands with everyone and convey your appreciation • Send a thank you email or card within 24 hours! • Evaluate the interview UCLA CAREER CENTER UC Center Sacramento Brooke Wilkinson DC Fellows Program Chris Howell-Employer Relations Manager, International & Experiential Opportunities Professional Panel Networking Time!