Government Job Interview Process Explained

Government Job Interview Process Explained - Questions and Answers

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This video covers the government job interview process. For federal government job interviews there is a specific process that is followed. There are also specific types of questions that are asked. The most difficult are the performance based interview questions. This video explains the entire interview process. Also, if you wait until the end I give my responses to three specific interview questions that I have been asked before on interviews.
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@johnnydasilva7114 Жыл бұрын

I interview at the DOJ in 2020 and i wasn’t selected. I started watching your videos since then. I interviewed again this year in dc. Just received a tentative job offer than you!!!!!!!!!!

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Congratulations on the TJO!!

@lyntte86 3 ай бұрын

Are you with the DOJ I have my interview with them tomorrow.

@cindyhzhao 2 жыл бұрын

So sorry your previous posts were hacked. There were so many great posts. Thanks for posing again!!! Keep up the great work!

@federalhiringadvice1385 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I really appreciate that!

@letriciabrown9971 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the explanation of the behavior based questions, I seem to botch this part of the process, but I now see that the answers don’t need to be grand in nature but more detailed and and I can any scenario from work

@federalhiringadvice1385 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! That's exactly right! Just tell a specific detailed story and most of the time you'll do well.

@MB-jz4wq Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this process. It was very valuable & informative. Wishing you continued growth & success.

@federalhiringadvice1385 Ай бұрын

You're very welcome!!

@erinmara8253 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This was really helpful.

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@jasminethe3818 5 ай бұрын

Great tips. I have an interview with the VA in 12hrs 🙏

@federalhiringadvice1385 5 ай бұрын

Thank you! Good luck!!

@kmitch929 5 ай бұрын

How did the interview go?

@roseystroup Жыл бұрын

Great video, very informative

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@thelaptoplife6565 Жыл бұрын

Great video! I watched it in preparation for a federal government job interview today, and all 3 questions were asked by the panel members. There was just one slight difference -- in #1 supervisor replaced co-worker.

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Hope you did well!

@thelaptoplife6565 Жыл бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 I was told that there were no openings and that I should apply at other locations.

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

@@thelaptoplife6565 that's strange! Wh6 were they interviewing with no openings. Unless it was a mass recruitment effort.

@thelaptoplife6565 Жыл бұрын

@Federal Hiring Advice That was my question, but I didn't ask so as not to offend. At any rate, I just subbed so I can stay up-to-date with your tips. Looking forward to more videos!

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

@@thelaptoplife6565 I appreciate it! Hope the videos help!

@jeffu3248 6 ай бұрын

Thank You!

@federalhiringadvice1385 6 ай бұрын

You're very welcome!

@ashleyjenkins4182 Ай бұрын

This is amazing

@federalhiringadvice1385 Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@davidnabea880 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 4 doing this. I interview tomorrow.

@federalhiringadvice1385 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! Good luck!

@TinaChristinaTD 2 жыл бұрын

Hey David. How did your interview go?

@deidralewis9647 Жыл бұрын

I have had 3 interviews with the VA, the first was an epic fail because it was my 1st time having a PB interview , the second went well, but not selected, the 3rd was another epic fail , so I’m praying this 4th if I actually get the opportunity to interview will go well..your video is right on point! I will certainly use the advice!!! Thanks for for sharing !!!

@rutcheleangelot3069 11 ай бұрын

@@deidralewis9647 Omg I just had 3 interviews. one last week and 2 this week and I did horribly. I bomb on some questions because I did not understand the process. I think I will watch these videos and practice. So when I apply next year, I'll be ready.

@TinaChristinaTD 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I am currently in education as a literacy coach. I am interested in switching careers. Typically educators have several transferable skills. Have you seen educators chosen for interviews and hired? I am currently interested in a Head Start Program Specialist position. Thank you!💙

@federalhiringadvice1385 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! I see educators selected all the time. The key is to be realistic about what grade you're will to start out. If you are just getting started you'll want to watch the resume video too. The resume is where everything has to be tailored to get qualified for any position.

@user-qr9uh1fd8g Жыл бұрын

I got a referral. Thank you.

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome!

@saritabswar5965 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all the videos, it’s very helpful. What is the difference between ZA and ZS positions? I was contacted for both type of positions I applied for. I am not sure what those code mean and which has better benefits? In terms of pay scale they are the same.

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! They should be the same. Just different pay plans. The benefits are the same for all federal employees.

@saritabswar5965 Жыл бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 you are awesome! Thanks for your quick response.

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

@@saritabswar5965 you're very welcome!

@wildcatpker120 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Was wondering if you could help with my situation; I had a typical phone interview, it went great. The call ended and < 20 mins later I got a phone call back asking for my nuclear power school certifications so they could send them to HR for the qualification process. The hiring manager ended her email with "Great interview, we will reach out soon." It's been almost 2 weeks, and I havent heard anything back yet. Should i send a follow up email or just assume I didnt make the cut

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

2 weeks isn't too long after an interview. Also the hiring manager doesn't make the offer. They have to turn everything into HR for that. If you don't hear anything in another week I'd reach out to HR and check the status.

@ricecristi 9 ай бұрын

UPDATE US!

@miguelcastro847 Жыл бұрын

What about if you applied and were referred as a former federal employee qualified for reinstatement and are a 5pt veteran?

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

It's still just one of many certs. The only advantage would be if you meet multiple eligibilities then you would be on multiple certificates.

@jamesriley7292 Жыл бұрын

My references were contacted and I was wondering how much longer does it normally take afterwards if a TO is to be offered? The guy contacting my references seemed pretty enthusiastic about me and I'm on pins and needles roght now. I've contacted HR asking if I'm still considered for the position and they just keep saying I am still be considered for the position

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

The hiring manager does the reference checks before they make a selection. Assuming the reference checks went well it could take a couple days for the hiring manager to send their selection to HR and for a TJO to go out. HR won't know anything until they get the selection back from the hiring manager.

@jamesriley7292 Жыл бұрын

It's been almost a month since my references were contacted :( I reached out to the HR if I was still being considered and they haven't reached back out to me

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

@@jamesriley7292 good chance they may have selected someone else. Always keep looking at other options.

@calvinpham.x 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for your informative guidance. I had an interview 2 weeks ago and m a referral status was sent out to me this morning. Does this mean I am hired tentatively?

@federalhiringadvice1385 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Referral notice should come before the interview. Sounds like HR is just catching up on their notices.

@calvinpham.x 11 ай бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 My interview was last Monday 8/7. Would this be a good time to follow up if I have not heard from HR?

@cynthiameyer4448 Жыл бұрын

How should one answer a behavioral performamce-based question that is unexpected and a specific example does not come to mind?

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

You would just need to tell a related story or ask to skip and come back if you need more time to think.

@gcruz1388 Жыл бұрын

Is it worth applying for customs before I graduate with a bachelors degree in the spring 2023? Based on the grading system it doesn’t seem like I’m likely to not be referred. Thank you

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

It just depends. If you have the experience to qualify now then definitely apply. If you need the degree to qualify then probably wait.

@gcruz1388 Жыл бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 okay. The job posting states that I qualify for the lowest grade level if I graduate within the next 9 months, I fit that criteria. However I have no experience as I am still a college student. All I have for experience is a courthouse internship

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

@@gcruz1388 in that case, if you don't meet the minimum requirements now there's no sense in applying until you do. That way you don't get disqualified and waste any time.

@suzyd313 Жыл бұрын

Hello, thank you for this video.Do you know would a HR ER/LR 9-12 , im interviewing for the 9. If there are any technical non PBI questions asked? My interview is tomorrow morning. I have no HR govt exp, and very little civilian exp.currently i am a 7 for the VBA

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! They will probably be a mix. The 9 being developmental should have questions that match the grade being filled. If there is a question that you don't have experience with it's OK to talk about what you would do. Even if the question doesn't ask you to tell a story, I'd recommend you always spin it to be able to tell a specific story.

@suzyd313 Жыл бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 thank yoh, i am afraid they will ask me step by step processes of being in HR smart or usastaffing? Which i have no access to

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

@@suzyd313 you're welcome! They could but ER/LR doesn't rely on those programs as much as recruitment and placement does.

@gamespinnerchallenges9053 Жыл бұрын

How can we get access to our interview score? If one person was the only one interviewing, is there a minimum score the is required to earn to acquire an offer?

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

You can ask HR about your score but they may not share. Even if there is only one person getting interviewed there isn't a score that guarantees an offer. It's up to the hiring manager to select or not.

@rineshagrimes9903 Жыл бұрын

Had a interview with federal agency.At end of interview was told I would hear from Hr.Is that a good sign.Also can you transfer agencies within 6 months for higher GS.Thanks

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

That sounds like a good sign. You can only skip time in grade if you have a hiring eligibility that allows for it.

@rineshagrimes9903 Жыл бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 thanks how can I find information about time in grade

@tinajohnson4685 2 жыл бұрын

A lot of people are getting turned down jobs because of their “grading system “. There was a time where you applied for announcement and once the announcement closed hr would give an offer to the best candidate. Why did that change?

@federalhiringadvice1385 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know when that was but it hasn't been done that way in the 9 years I've been in federal HR. Instead everyone that meets the minimum qualifications is sent to the hiring manager for additional screening to determine who would be the best candidate.

@tinajohnson4685 2 жыл бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 Your right about that because I’ve been with the government for over 15 yrs. This happen back in 2009. If a person been working with the government for a number of years and have listed there qualifications especially if the candidate is applying for announcement that they have done before and listed on there resume. For example, an announcement post (Supervisor Document Imaging) a candidate apply for the announcement, candidate has worked in Document Imaging before and listed the qualifications on resume, why can’t that candidate be given the offer without the formalities. There’s a lot of candidates that are qualified but over being overlooked cause of the grading system.

@federalhiringadvice1385 2 жыл бұрын

@@tinajohnson4685 i completely agree there could be a better process.

@monkeygrrrl1491 2 жыл бұрын

@@tinajohnson4685 There are non-competitive processes such as VRA and schedule A, that allow folks to be placed regardless of grade, so long as their resume demonstrates they meet the needed specialized experience for successful performance in the position. You can also use delegated examining - under delegated examining, applicants are not required to meet time in grade, only experience. That said, the rules exist to ensure merit systems principles are followed and to reduce the number of prohibited personnel practices. Most agencies also have agreements with their local labor union and have to take those things into account when the post job opportunity announcements. Yeah, it is complicated stuff. And it would be infinitely easier if you could just pick someone. But there are always folks out there who do stuff they are not supposed to and then rules have to be established.

@aaronlaabs4347 Жыл бұрын

After my interview they asked me to send them references. Does this mean I'm probably going to get hired?

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

It's a good sign! Usually a hiring manager only checks references on the top candidate or candidates.

@victoriaproductions8814 5 ай бұрын

Hello. I’m currently in the interview stage of a position for a government job supporting the army. It’s a gs-12 based in Arlington. I had my first interview on Wednesday and they asked to meet for a panel tomorrow (Monday) less than a week later. What do you think their since of urgency might suggest? And also, what questions for the second interview should I expect? There is only one more new person in the panel compared to last time

@federalhiringadvice1385 5 ай бұрын

Hiring managers always want to get interviews done quickly so they can fill their spots. They also have to work around their schedules. The second interview is usually when there are a few candidates that scored close on the first one. Second interview could be more technical or more personality type questions.

@victoriaproductions8814 5 ай бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 it was a behavioral interview. I had prepared for that so I felt good about it. They asked for references at the end. Thanks for your tips.

@federalhiringadvice1385 5 ай бұрын

@@victoriaproductions8814 awesome! References are a good sign!

@victoriaproductions8814 4 ай бұрын

It’s been a little over 2 weeks since my second interview where they asked for references. At what point should I check in about the status of their decision? I don’t want to be rude or seem impatient but the first two interviews happened so quickly, I’m about surprised I haven’t heard anything back yet.

@federalhiringadvice1385 4 ай бұрын

@@victoriaproductions8814 2 weeks is a good amount of time to check in.

@wrinklypajamas 8 ай бұрын

I appreciated your video but had to crank the audio. Your video is quiet and then a commercial comes on and blasts. Just FYI

@federalhiringadvice1385 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@beccasmith9199 6 ай бұрын

Hi! Thank you so much for this video! I've had my first interview and then my interview with the whole panel that I think went really well! My main interviewer told me after my second interview that she would submit info to the HR team and that they would reach out to me from there and I should hear something by the end of next week. It's the end of next week and I still haven't heard from HR is that a sign I'm not in the running for the job?

@federalhiringadvice1385 6 ай бұрын

I'm not so sure. With the holidays and everything people could have just been on leave and delayed scheduling a little bit.

@beccasmith9199 6 ай бұрын

@federalhiringadvice1385 Thank you for the reply! I just heard from my main interviewer and she said that she is still waiting to hear from HR as well lol. I hope that's a better sign! :)

@federalhiringadvice1385 6 ай бұрын

@@beccasmith9199 you're welcome! Fingers crossed!

@beccasmith9199 6 ай бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 Thank you! :)

@beccasmith9199 6 ай бұрын

@federalhiringadvice1385 Are there very many times where someone doesn't accept the TJO or misses the 72 hour deadline?

@MSJOJOELITE 9 ай бұрын

Hello, I don't see a contact number or email for HR. I've been In under review with hiring manager for approximately 2 months.

@federalhiringadvice1385 9 ай бұрын

You could try to contact the facility directly and be transferred to HR as a last resort.

@MSJOJOELITE 9 ай бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 Thank you.

@technicalbacha5959 Жыл бұрын

I've applied on a federal job I've given interview of that job in April 2023 still I didn't get any response yesterday I called to that department now they r saying jobs has cancelled my question is it possible to cancelled after interview

@federalhiringadvice1385 Жыл бұрын

A hiring manager can ask to cancel an announcement at any time. If there's an error it can be canceled also. I'd look for it to be reposted if it was canceled.

@technicalbacha5959 Жыл бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 now they r saying this jobs will be advertised again

@taniabrunson73 5 ай бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 mine was cancelled after going through the entire security clearance, financial clearance, and passing the poly. That whole process was about 9 months long. I passed all the steps and then they cancelled. I was furious. Especially after I passed the poly!! Thanks FBI

@61462bubb 4 ай бұрын

I was given a tentative job offer without an interview.

@federalhiringadvice1385 4 ай бұрын

That's awesome!

@lbrown3595 2 ай бұрын

Did you accept it? If so, how's the job coming along?

@TraBaby1 4 ай бұрын

Seems a little in speaking i had my volume on high and it was still low

@federalhiringadvice1385 4 ай бұрын

I'll see what I can do!

@user-yx5je1pu9u 11 ай бұрын

Im confused, I applied for a social work position and got an email days later that I was forwarded to the hiring manager. Then I had an interview Tuesday and I felt like I did soso. Now i got an email today with the message below, what does it mean: Based on the application package you submitted and/or the answers provided on the occupational questionnaire you were found: NV - No Preference Claimed Eligible for the following position or positions: GS-0185-12; You are tentatively eligible for this series/grade combination based on your self-rating of your qualifications. You will receive notification of your referral status if you were found eligible and your application is forwarded to the selecting official. If you were found ineligible this is your final notice regarding this vacancy announcement for this position, series/grade and location.

@federalhiringadvice1385 11 ай бұрын

Looks like HR was just late sending out the notice of results. It's normally before the notice of referral or at the same time.

@user-yx5je1pu9u 11 ай бұрын

@federalhiringadvice1385 so there's still a chance I'm in the running?? Ok that's good news. Thank you!

@federalhiringadvice1385 11 ай бұрын

@@user-yx5je1pu9u yes ma'am! You're welcome!

@rutcheleangelot3069 11 ай бұрын

@@federalhiringadvice1385 I applied to a total of 8 jobs and did 4 interviews and 1 written test. I got denied the written test and 2 interviews. I didn't know how intense the interview process was and I think thats I blew it. I'm waiting to hear back from the other 2 but I don't think I got it :( any suggestions

@beccawilsun 8 ай бұрын

@@user-yx5je1pu9uany update? did you get the job? if so congrats!