DOE Job Search

Instead of filling out piles of paperwork, you now apply on-line through USAJOBS.gov. USAJOBS is your one-stop solution for applying and is available 24/7. The system will even email you notices when new DOE vacancies open.

• Search for DOE Jobs at USAJOBS

How to Apply

If you have never applied for a federal job before, the following eight steps can make the application process easier and quicker. This process is for our regularly posted jobs.

Eight Steps to Applying

1. Go to www.usajobs.gov
   
   
2. Click on the "My USAJOBS" tab
   
   
3. Log in if you're already registered with a USAJobs username and password. Or, click "Create your account now!"
   
   
4. Click "Resume and Create a New Resume" to input your job experience and other information. Then click "Save for Later".
   
   
5. Click "Search Jobs" tab.
   
   
6. Click on the link "Department of Energy" in the "Browse Careers by Agency" section
   
   
7. Click on a Job Announcement to learn about its duties, qualification requirements, and available locations.
   
   
8. When you're ready to apply, scroll to the bottom of the Job Announcement and click "Apply Online". Select your saved resume and follow the prompts to complete the formal application.

Which Job to Apply For

Compensation for most federal jobs are based on the General Schedule (GS) level. There are 15 GS levels, which are based on the in the federal government. You may view the Federal Government's Salary ranges.

How long it takes and how to check the status of applications

The actual time to hire differs with each vacancy, depending on the number of candidates who have applied to it. You can check on the status of your application by following these steps:

1. Log on to your USAJobs profile at www.usajobs.gov
   
   
2. Click on the MY USAJOBS tab
   
   
3. Once logged in, click on the tab MY APPLICATIONS and you will find all of your applications currently in process. You can see the application status on the far right for each job
   
   
4. You can call the point of contact listed on the original vacancy announcement directly for specific information.

Since the volume of applying for government jobs is very high, we appreciate your patience as we take the necessary time to review all of our applications As a general rule, you should allow a few weeks to pass after the closing date stated on the vacancy announcement, before initiating contact to discuss your status.

VERY IMPORTANT: Remember to keep a copy of the point of contact listed on the first page of the announcement for all jobs to which you apply. This will allow you to speak directly with someone about the status of your application.

Page last updated: 10/01/2009