Navigating Change: Polished Resumes and Confident Interviews

Thursday, May 29 | 2:00-3:15pm ET

*Please note this webinar is geared toward those with recent employment changes, but is open to all NCSEA members

If you’re a federal employee who has recently experienced job loss or separation, you may find that updating your resume or preparing for interviews feels unfamiliar. With the job market and hiring practices evolving rapidly, it’s essential to ensure your skills and materials are current. This NCSEA webinar is designed to help you navigate these changes with confidence. The experts from Public Knowledge will guide you through the latest strategies for refreshing your resume-whether you’re seeking another federal role or transitioning to the private sector and share practical, up-to-date interview techniques.

You’ll learn how to effectively tailor your federal resume for a variety of opportunities, highlight your transferable skills and achievements, and master interview skills that reflect current trends, including virtual formats and behavioral questions. We’ll also introduce valuable tools and resources to support your job search and help you stay organized. The experienced team of Public Knowledge will support you every step of the way, offering expertise and actionable steps to help you move forward with confidence. 

Featuring:

Julie Breedlove

Since 2022, Julie has been the People Practice Director for Public Knowledge®. Julie is responsible as a subject matter expert for leadership development, organizational change management, strategic planning, developing healthy project teams, and workforce development. 

Julie has over 25 years of experience in child welfare, project management, professional development, and organizational change management in state governments and five years at the federal level. Julie received her master’s in social work at the University of Georgia, is a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner, ISOM Certified Teacher, and certified to administer the Hogan Assessments. When not working, Julie enjoys everything outdoor living on Lake Oconee, Georgia, offers to her, her husband, and her two dogs. 

Stephen Forrest

Since 2022, Stephen has been a management consultant at Public Knowledge®. Stephen is responsible for projects in Montana, Oregon, and Wyoming, with over 20 years of experience working with the public and higher education sectors. Stephen holds doctorates from the University of Oxford and Oklahoma State University, a master's degree from the London School of Economics, and an MBA from the Quantic Institute. He is a Certified Change Practitioner, a Project Management Professional, a Board Certified Coach, a SAFe Agilist, a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and Certified in Governance of Enterprise Information Technology. When not working, Stephen enjoys working with candidates for nationally recognized scholarships.