Federal, Government, and Public Sector

How long is too long to wait after an interview? I've seen a few warnings about the application process in here but is over 40 days really normal? Is there any possibility that I could still get t… more

Hi there! Currently applying for a Program Specialist role at the Human Capital Management Office at the CDC. I’m wondering if anyone here could provide a referral, or any advice? It’s greatly appreci… more

Is there any way to figure out what prevented you from getting your security clearance? This was my first attempt, I have no skeletons in my closet re: arrests, drugs, firings, etc. Really disappointe… more

Hello everyone. Can anyone give Insight on Military OneSource - contractor (Carelon Health Federal Services, Inc.). Service Liaison position would be awesome?

Hello all, I am located in the DMV area and in need of a referal for QA Engineer jobs. Most of my experience is around data testing but have skills in other aspects of QA. I have about 3 years experie… more

This is insane. An opinion piece I know, but if this is even a little bit true I can't imagine what the next four years will look like. It boggles the mind to think about dissolving the civil service system. Do y… more

This may sound naive, but do you think you're actually helping to effect real change in your government job? Whether it's at the federal or state level, or working in public office, do you fee… more

Will a year off work make me unhireable? I've taken 6 months off to take care of family and realistically they could use me for another 6 months. Just worried coming back after a year out of the g… more

Reach out to me if you have clearance and looking for a job at Peraton. I can refer you.

Renting out my home in Northern VA
- 1,600 sq ft not including the 1 car garage
- 3 bed, 2 & 1/2 bath, lots of storage space, and sound system installed into the ceiling of the living room
- 2 min walk to a Silver Line metro st… more

Any work for HSI-do they allow remote or hybrid schedules? I understand that contractors are required to be full-time in office. Do employees have the flexibility to be remote or hybrid? I'm inter… more

Would anyone at Booz Allen be willing to provide an employee referral and answer a few questions I have about working there?

Anyone who has gone through the process of obtaining a security clearance for Federal work. Is it standard procedure to actually reach out to personal contacts(friends/family) for character verificati… more

Any contingency plans for when Schedule F is implemented?

Had a third and final round interview scheduled with a company yesterday. Joined the teams meeting link at 2 PM for the scheduled interview and remained waiting in the lobby. The interviewer never sh… more

Anyone hiring for Epidemiologist or related roles for global health work? Been looking for over a year and live in DC with prior experience as a global health fellow with the CDC abroad for 1.5 years

It’s looking quite likely I was rejected during my DoD pre-clearance for (what I presume is) suitability reasons. Crushed the interviews, spent the day on-site with the team selling me on the position.
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Is Accenture federal on a hiring pause? Wondering if Cognosante acquisition is a factor in recruiter going ghost.

Hello!
I’m considering the jump from private to public sector HR. This would be city level support. Other than flexibility, what are some issues I should be considering?

How do government hiring managers view people who are applying for jobs but currently unemployed (either through layoff or sabbatical)?

Is the Security+ 8140 still a DoD requirement to work in IT? Don't see it in any of the job openings anymore on needing to attain in 6 months.

I just joined the government a few months ago and I feel socially isolated. I’m the only non white guy for the most part. I attended a meeting where I was completely ignored and no one wanted to sit n… more

Would anyone know of any remote Economist positions open in the federal government? I've applied to some, but would love to chat with anyone who knows of possible opportunities :). Thanks!

Any buyers purchase directly from 8a consulting firms in operational compliance and compliance review?

Hey FGPS bowl. I interviewed with a state AGs office 2 weeks ago. Last Fri (5/3) I sent a follow up email and got no reply. The interview went really well but I’m feeling ghosted. They mentioned that … more