Why good candidates get screened out
Federal HR checks things a normal resume never needs.
The 2-page limit
USAJOBS now caps resumes at 2 pages. Longer ones aren't considered, so every line has to earn its spot.
Dates and hours
Each job needs start and end month/year and hours per week. HR uses them to count your experience.
The posting's own words
You're scored against the Specialized Experience paragraph. If your resume doesn't show it clearly, it can't be credited.
Leaving government?
Private employers don't read GS grades or agency jargon. They want plain language and results.
Services
Pick what you need.
Orders and payment go through Fiverr, so your payment is protected and you can read my reviews.
Resume review
- Missing keywords from your announcement
- 2-page, dates and hours check
- Written fix list in 1 day
- Upgrade adds rewritten bullets
2-page USAJOBS resume
- Written for one specific announcement
- Matched to Specialized Experience
- Every job with dates, hours and pay
- Word and PDF, ready to upload
Federal to private sector
- Federal jargon turned into business language
- 1–2 pages with measurable results
- Built for contractors and companies
- For RIFs, retirements and career changes
How it works
Three steps, no guesswork.
Send the job and your resume
Order on Fiverr and share the USAJOBS announcement plus your current resume. A short intake form fills in the gaps.
I match you to the posting
I go through the Duties and Specialized Experience line by line and show where your real experience fits. Nothing gets made up.
Upload with confidence
You get a resume that follows every USAJOBS rule, in Word and PDF. Revisions are included in most packages.
Free tools
Check yours before you apply.
Federal Resume Checker
Paste a job announcement and your resume. See which keywords you're missing, whether you're over 2 pages, and which jobs are missing dates or hours. Free, no sign-up, and nothing you paste is saved.
About
Hi, I'm Max Carson.
I started Carson Resume Co. in Austin to help people get through the federal hiring process, which has its own rules that most resume advice doesn't cover.
Every resume I write starts from the actual job announcement. I check each line myself and reply to messages fast, so you're never waiting to find out where your order stands.
- Honest workYour real experience, described clearly. I never invent jobs, numbers or skills.
- Your essays stay yoursMerit Hiring essay answers have to be your own writing, so I don't write them.
- Private by defaultYour resume is used only for your order. I don't share it with anyone.
FAQ
Common questions
Why do orders go through Fiverr?
Fiverr holds your payment until the work is delivered and lets you see my reviews. It protects both of us.
Can you guarantee I'll be referred or hired?
No one honestly can, because HR and hiring managers make those decisions. I make sure your resume clearly shows the experience the announcement asks for, so it can be credited.
How long does it take?
Reviews take 1 day. Full resumes take 2–3 days depending on the package, and faster delivery is available.
Do you write the essay questions?
No. Many announcements now include short Merit Hiring essays, and applicants certify that they wrote them. I can explain what each question is asking.
What if I'm leaving federal service?
The federal-to-private service turns your federal resume into a 1–2 page resume private employers and contractors understand.
Is this site affiliated with USAJOBS or OPM?
No. Carson Resume Co. is an independent business and is not affiliated with USAJOBS, OPM or any government agency.
Not sure what your resume needs?
Run it through the free checker first. If it flags problems, a $10 review tells you exactly how to fix them.