How Former Federal Employees Can Find the Right Job Opportunities
With the rise in federal employee layoffs comes an increase in hiring scams across networking platforms like LinkedIn and fake recruiting websites targeting federal employees. Some scams are also making their way into voicemail and email inboxes.
These scammers may say they need experienced federal workers and request a federal resume, proof of security clearances and payment of fees for training and background checks.
To avoid scams, those looking for work should be wary of recruiters who comment on layoff posts about the next great opportunity. Fake recruiters may use artificial intelligence-generated photos, have little to no work experience in their LinkedIn profiles and include a link to an external website in place of the blue “connections/followers” link under their names.
It's best to fact-check by observing the recruiter’s location, follower count and comment history—specifically in search of similar comments. It’s also important to note that scammers can create fake company reviews on sites like Glassdoor.
To verify a government contract or entity, people can search SAM.gov or check a website by entering it into whois.com.
During these times of uncertainty for federal employees, AFCEA International wants to serve as a resource for those looking for new jobs within the industry. AFCEA’s Career Center is the place for federal employees to post their resumes and search for real job opportunities without the stress of scams.
AFCEA is here to serve federal employees. Employers can identify and hire top industry professionals, and job seekers can add their resumes to the database, register for job alerts and search a wide range of job listings. Special discounts are available for AFCEA corporate members.
Additionally, AFCEA offers networking opportunities through events, committees and chapter activities conducted worldwide. Being in between jobs doesn’t mean an end to career growth; AFCEA chapters, committees and boards accept volunteers for leadership and management positions.
AFCEA also recognizes hardworking and inspiring individuals through its awards and scholarship programs at both the chapter and international levels. Even if jumping right into the next job position isn’t the immediate goal, AFCEA provides professional development opportunities via online courses, training and certifications for those interested in continuing their education.
AFCEA has your back whether you’re looking for work, building your resume or learning something new. Join AFCEA today for these member benefits.
