Persistence is the key ! After three years of nonstop applications, interviews, and rejections- I can finally say I will start my first government job in December!!!!
I thought it was mission impossible but in 2019 using my 5 points veterans preference and bachelor's degree I finally got a GS position (GS-11) at a job I was already at since 2016 as a contractor, now full remote.
Not sure why. .gov emails end up in junk folder. It happens very often, not sure why email services has not fixed this by default. Thank you for the videos!
My frustration is that when you apply, the federal govt is required by law to consider others before you. Military folks, veterans, displaced federal employees and others, are all considered first before you even if you are qualified for the job. It's really tough when you are competing against these folks.
VRA is another hiring path that allows veterans to skip the competitive process and get into a government job under Excepted service guidelines. After 2 years of satisfactory service in the position, the agency has to convert the employee to Competitive service.
I am in the process of trying to get a new job with the Federal Government. I'm currently a WG trying to switch to the GS side, i've been getting referrals for GS positions, maybe an occasional interview here and there, but no job offers. I've been applying for jobs for the last 2.5-3 years and have not been having luck getting a new job anywhere.
Do you think it's easier or harder when getting a government job for someone currently in the government or someone coming in off the streets? Also is there a pecking order for who gets the job when it comes down to a vet, disability percentage, college degree, or spouse?
It's probably easier for someone in the government because of the internal hiring path and if they are in the competitive service it opens up a lot more opportunities to apply to. The pecking order determines on the agency that is posting the job announcement so it can vary. Overall, people from different background can end up in the "Best Qualified" category and could be interviewed for a job.
It's easy. Back in 2008 I applied and every agency I applied for offered me a position. I had three offers to choose from. I applied again in 2010 for another fed job and was hired quite quickly. I've been at this job since. I don't know why people say it's difficult. I had more trouble in hugh school finding work
What if your resume is on point, but you don't select expert proficiency for their job questions? In the past, i had a terrible resume, but I selected expert on all questions and they were all referred
I suggest marking “expert” for the majority of the questions so you do not disqualify yourself. If you do not feel comfortable doing that then perhaps look for another job announcement that fits your experience better.
Congrats! I'm not sure what job series you are but I believe transfering should not be much of a problem. Hopefully, the government continues to transition more into 100% remote work type positions.
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Persistence is the key ! After three years of nonstop applications, interviews, and rejections- I can finally say I will start my first government job in December!!!!
Congrats on the new job!
Congrats
How's it going... My government job sucks, but it somewhat pays the bills
I applied 532 times till I got hired. Once I figured out the hustle, the interview and offers started rolling in
Congrats Fazie, it really does come down to a numbers game. Thanks for watching!
Watched this the day you posted it & started looking at the hiring manager for each job… found one I knew and got the job today.🤓
Congratulations and thanks for watching Chyna!
I thought it was mission impossible but in 2019 using my 5 points veterans preference and bachelor's degree I finally got a GS position (GS-11) at a job I was already at since 2016 as a contractor, now full remote.
Not sure why. .gov emails end up in junk folder. It happens very often, not sure why email services has not fixed this by default. Thank you for the videos!
Thanks for watching!
My frustration is that when you apply, the federal govt is required by law to consider others before you. Military folks, veterans, displaced federal employees and others, are all considered first before you even if you are qualified for the job. It's really tough when you are competing against these folks.
Being a veterans hasn’t helped me out at all if that makes you feel better.
VRA is another hiring path that allows veterans to skip the competitive process and get into a government job under Excepted service guidelines. After 2 years of satisfactory service in the position, the agency has to convert the employee to Competitive service.
Great video and great stats to know!!
Thanks for watching Ryan!
2 for 2! Second job ended up being a career. Military helps
I finally got a gs 7 after 1000 applications!
Congrats David! That is a lot of applications. Hopefully, it becomes easier for the next one. Thanks for watching.
I am in the process of trying to get a new job with the Federal Government. I'm currently a WG trying to switch to the GS side, i've been getting referrals for GS positions, maybe an occasional interview here and there, but no job offers. I've been applying for jobs for the last 2.5-3 years and have not been having luck getting a new job anywhere.
I apply for a job and I got 2 job offers how do I pick which one., idk what happen but I accept the other one
Do you think it's easier or harder when getting a government job for someone currently in the government or someone coming in off the streets?
Also is there a pecking order for who gets the job when it comes down to a vet, disability percentage, college degree, or spouse?
It's probably easier for someone in the government because of the internal hiring path and if they are in the competitive service it opens up a lot more opportunities to apply to.
The pecking order determines on the agency that is posting the job announcement so it can vary. Overall, people from different background can end up in the "Best Qualified" category and could be interviewed for a job.
It's easy. Back in 2008 I applied and every agency I applied for offered me a position. I had three offers to choose from. I applied again in 2010 for another fed job and was hired quite quickly. I've been at this job since. I don't know why people say it's difficult. I had more trouble in hugh school finding work
You're probably applying for low GS levels or in areas that are not popular to work at
What if your resume is on point, but you don't select expert proficiency for their job questions?
In the past, i had a terrible resume, but I selected expert on all questions and they were all referred
I suggest marking “expert” for the majority of the questions so you do not disqualify yourself. If you do not feel comfortable doing that then perhaps look for another job announcement that fits your experience better.
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Kinda Good news. I got hired. Bad news I have to move and don’t want to…..am I going to be able to transfer easier as a GS 11?
Congrats! I'm not sure what job series you are but I believe transfering should not be much of a problem. Hopefully, the government continues to transition more into 100% remote work type positions.