Getting a government job can lead to job security and peace of mind. The problem is that getting a government job requires extensive and complex paperwork. Now, for the first time, this book reveals the secrets and shortcuts of professional writers in preparing job-winning government applications such as The Standard Form 171 (SF 171)--several complete samples; the Optional Form 612 (OF 612)--several complete samples; KSAs--samples of KSAs tailored to jobs ranging from the GS-5 to GS-12; Ranking Factors--how-to samples; Postal Applications; Wage Grade paperwork; and Federal Resumes--see the different formats required by various government agencies. This book is part of the Anne McKinney Career Series by PREP Publishing.