Federal hiring myths

A resume should not exceed two pages

I must move to Washington, D.C. if I want to work for the Federal Government

Resumes are scanned for keywords by an automated system

The job announcement looks like it has been written with someone in mind

You can't work for the Federal Government if you have a criminal record

You have to know someone to get a federal job

You need a security clearance to qualify for a federal job

You need to tailor your resume to each position