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Complete Guide to Public Employment

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You will not become rich, but may enrich your worklife with a Public Sector postion. The authors objectively describe the percieved strengths and weaknesses of public sector employment, both at the federal and local level. The authors tend to slant their analysis heavily toward positions in the U.S. Federal Government, rather than focus on local government opportunities. The authors generally point out that bigger is better, even in government employment. The highest paying positions with job advancement potential will be found in the U.S. Federal Government, State, and larger local governments. The book offers general advice and information how to apply for government positions, but is not the primary focus of this book. The authors also suggest that individuals should not necessarily consider Government work as a life long career, unless one is willing to accept lower pay at higher level positions. Thus, a competitive salary at higher levels within government is less likely; one may plateau earlier in government in terms of salary than in the private sector. A well balanced book worth reading for anyone interested in this Government work.