lol the grow with the team one. its reminding me of my contractor job where they wanted me to work towards being more senior but my pay wont be going up for 5 years. you shouldnt say it but its a bit of a joke to me if they want you to "grow with the team" but the only thing youll ever get are step increases
I liked your point on telework, that it's still possible to get telework, even if the job announcement doesn't specify. I am curious about something. Is it common for an agency to accept someone would wants to maybe telework the first few months before re-locating? I wouldn't tell them this during the interview OBVIOUSLY. Once situation I fear is that I would have to uproot my family completely, then move then a month or two down the road find out that the job doesn't work out. That would cause a lot of stress on the family that I would not want to put them through.
On the issue of Ageism. This has something, I have wondered if it is dogging me. Now you say and I agree, not to mention my actual age in an interview, stay away from that subject, which is what I do. However, what sometimes concerns me, is when I apply for a position, I attach my DD 214, which shows my discharge in 1991 and my college transcripts which show my graduation date of 1986, thus just from seeing, one can readily guess my age, so when I apply, I often wonder if when a manager or supervisor is actually looking at your stuff, if it then crosses their mind - gee this person is kinda old, I really want a younger person. But what can I do about that? I don't think I can do anything.
I'm 40ish and wondered the same. I have military, college, and degrees but still concerned about age. I work at state level and applying for federal now. They can see my resume but it's going well. Look for some jobs that don't require a degree. When they find out you have it and you're in, it'll be applicable. Check out contract specialist (direct hire) positions or anything with veterans preference. A couple things to consider 1. Which classification are you experienced 2. Which classification are struggling to hire = faster promotions (like the military ratings). Sometimes your experience can be a substitute once you're in. Best of luck, thank you for your service.
When I was applying for new jobs before I got the one I'm at now, I think I might have had a total of 2 maybe 3 interviews. but they were phone interviews not in person. granted the interviews for the job I applied for was in a different state then where I was living at the time. but for the most part most jobs i've had with the government so far or outside of government, I was simply just sent a job offer. no interview added beforehand. which for me is my preference, as i'm not very good at interviewing. just about all jobs i've had in my life, I was almost always sent a job offer no interview included.
@@Gosleepwithrain I work a supply position currently. Started the job a year ago after transferring from a WG-6 position. Just be sure to tailor your resume for whatever position it is you are looking to apply for.
@@58julib The job I am at now, I transferred from a WG-6 to a GS-5 in January 2023. The WG-6 job I was working for 4 years I got in 2018 when I was working to get back into the system after taking a break because I wasn't sure if I wanted to continue working for the Federal Government. Before the WG-6 position, I was a GS-4 prior and resigned for personal reasons. I left the GS-4 around 2016 or 2017 time frame.
Yep, the old saying is that the first person who discusses salary is the loser. I agree, wait on your TJO then ask about negotiations. The worst that the hiring manager can say is no.
There should be a caveat added to this video: Federal agencies SOMETIMES want to hire the most qualified individual. Other times they want to hire friends, people they like that they've worked with before, or those the only meet the minimum job requirements because the higher qualified candidates want to negotiate pay/benefits after receiving a tentative offer. I've witnessed these firsthand as a prospective employee as well as participating from the hiring side. It really all depends on the agency, hiring authority, department, supervisor, etc. Be prepared for any and everything and don't put all your eggs in one basket. Apply for everything you're qualified for.
Armand some of what you said sounds like common sense, but… 🥴😬. Anyways thank you again for the great advice on what NOT to say during an interview. 👏🏾
Is a GS 5 grade level consider a entry level for a HR Assistance contact center for the VA? I would like to get the experience in HR im a recent college graduate with no experience.
GS-5 and GS-7 jobs are largely considered entry level positions. You can qualify for many of them with just a 4 year degree but if you have no experience, I would try to list some volunteer experience in your resume.
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@@armandcuret1 wow that's amazing. If we are already a federal employee however, are you always restricted by time in grade? No matter what experience or education you have. For example, if your a gs5 and want apply for gs7 based on education, you will have to wait a year as a 5 to apply because you a current federal employee?
@@tristanc5937 If you are a GS-5, you can use outside experience to get a GS-13. For example, if you have 10 years in the military and accepted a GS-5, you can use the 10 years qualify for a GS-12 or GS-13 by using VEOA, Schedule A or Open to the Public positions.
@@armandcuret1 that’s great to know thank you so much. That’s been a common misconception I’ve been hearing is that once you’re in all that matters is time in grade. Can that also be done with competitive service jobs or internal jobs as well, or is that just time in grade?
Has this guy actually did any gov interviews? The point system from the resume is set in place and watched carefully. The STAR is mostly used in interviews.
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Timely for me. I have an interview coming up. So this is just about promoting your abilities and qualifications. got it.
@@anniesshenanigans3815 same for me next week
lol the grow with the team one. its reminding me of my contractor job where they wanted me to work towards being more senior but my pay wont be going up for 5 years.
you shouldnt say it but its a bit of a joke to me if they want you to "grow with the team" but the only thing youll ever get are step increases
I liked your point on telework, that it's still possible to get telework, even if the job announcement doesn't specify. I am curious about something. Is it common for an agency to accept someone would wants to maybe telework the first few months before re-locating? I wouldn't tell them this during the interview OBVIOUSLY. Once situation I fear is that I would have to uproot my family completely, then move then a month or two down the road find out that the job doesn't work out. That would cause a lot of stress on the family that I would not want to put them through.
On the issue of Ageism. This has something, I have wondered if it is dogging me. Now you say and I agree, not to mention my actual age in an interview, stay away from that subject, which is what I do. However, what sometimes concerns me, is when I apply for a position, I attach my DD 214, which shows my discharge in 1991 and my college transcripts which show my graduation date of 1986, thus just from seeing, one can readily guess my age, so when I apply, I often wonder if when a manager or supervisor is actually looking at your stuff, if it then crosses their mind - gee this person is kinda old, I really want a younger person. But what can I do about that? I don't think I can do anything.
I'm 40ish and wondered the same. I have military, college, and degrees but still concerned about age. I work at state level and applying for federal now. They can see my resume but it's going well. Look for some jobs that don't require a degree. When they find out you have it and you're in, it'll be applicable. Check out contract specialist (direct hire) positions or anything with veterans preference. A couple things to consider 1. Which classification are you experienced 2. Which classification are struggling to hire = faster promotions (like the military ratings). Sometimes your experience can be a substitute once you're in. Best of luck, thank you for your service.
I found this information very useful! Each industry has its quirks and I haven't changed careers in a long time, so this video helps. 👍
Glad it was helpful!
When I was applying for new jobs before I got the one I'm at now, I think I might have had a total of 2 maybe 3 interviews. but they were phone interviews not in person. granted the interviews for the job I applied for was in a different state then where I was living at the time. but for the most part most jobs i've had with the government so far or outside of government, I was simply just sent a job offer. no interview added beforehand. which for me is my preference, as i'm not very good at interviewing. just about all jobs i've had in my life, I was almost always sent a job offer no interview included.
Give me a tips to get a job in supply or transportation
@@Gosleepwithrain I work a supply position currently. Started the job a year ago after transferring from a WG-6 position. Just be sure to tailor your resume for whatever position it is you are looking to apply for.
@@ChrisLyon567 what year did you get these jobs? In today's market it's much harder
@@58julib The job I am at now, I transferred from a WG-6 to a GS-5 in January 2023. The WG-6 job I was working for 4 years I got in 2018 when I was working to get back into the system after taking a break because I wasn't sure if I wanted to continue working for the Federal Government. Before the WG-6 position, I was a GS-4 prior and resigned for personal reasons. I left the GS-4 around 2016 or 2017 time frame.
Thanks!
Yep, the old saying is that the first person who discusses salary is the loser. I agree, wait on your TJO then ask about negotiations. The worst that the hiring manager can say is no.
Great advice!!!
There should be a caveat added to this video: Federal agencies SOMETIMES want to hire the most qualified individual.
Other times they want to hire friends, people they like that they've worked with before, or those the only meet the minimum job requirements because the higher qualified candidates want to negotiate pay/benefits after receiving a tentative offer. I've witnessed these firsthand as a prospective employee as well as participating from the hiring side.
It really all depends on the agency, hiring authority, department, supervisor, etc. Be prepared for any and everything and don't put all your eggs in one basket. Apply for everything you're qualified for.
Armand some of what you said sounds like common sense, but… 🥴😬. Anyways thank you again for the great advice on what NOT to say during an interview. 👏🏾
My pleasure!
Common sense isn’t common
Is a GS 5 grade level consider a entry level for a HR Assistance contact center for the VA? I would like to get the experience in HR im a recent college graduate with no experience.
GS-5 and GS-7 jobs are largely considered entry level positions. You can qualify for many of them with just a 4 year degree but if you have no experience, I would try to list some volunteer experience in your resume.
Good afternoon. Can you give me any information on the USAID virtual job fair? How do you apply? Is it remote?
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Create an account and submit your resume and application.
I do not believe these jobs are remote.
Do government jobs also look at age? Is it possible to get a gs14 job at 26.
No. It is about experience not age. I once met a 30 year old SES.
@@armandcuret1 wow that's amazing. If we are already a federal employee however, are you always restricted by time in grade? No matter what experience or education you have. For example, if your a gs5 and want apply for gs7 based on education, you will have to wait a year as a 5 to apply because you a current federal employee?
@@tristanc5937 If you are a GS-5, you can use outside experience to get a GS-13. For example, if you have 10 years in the military and accepted a GS-5, you can use the 10 years qualify for a GS-12 or GS-13 by using VEOA, Schedule A or Open to the Public positions.
@@armandcuret1 that’s great to know thank you so much. That’s been a common misconception I’ve been hearing is that once you’re in all that matters is time in grade. Can that also be done with competitive service jobs or internal jobs as well, or is that just time in grade?
@@tristanc5937 Time-in-grade restrictions apply to movement to or within the competitive service.
Has this guy actually did any gov interviews? The point system from the resume is set in place and watched carefully. The STAR is mostly used in interviews.
@@carew97 what do you mean by that. Like they make up their mind before the interview?
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