Anyone know how long the typical fed gov application process is? TIA

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As someone who has been a govt’ employee… I can tell you it varies. Depends on the agency/dept, depends if the job requires a clearance, depends what’s in your background, depends if you went to school in the US or overseas. At minimum I’d give the process 3-4 months.

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I used to work for the government. Can vary wildly, but the average is about 3-4 months from the time an announcement closes for a non-executive service GS position. The soonest I’ve seen one go through is around 30 days, and that was lightning fast. Think mine was about 5 months from application to hire date.

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This varies wildly and really depends on where you applied. Any more details?

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Got it—then no earthly idea. But patience is key. Good luck!

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Long. It varies, but 4 months or longer isn’t at all uncommon.

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Also thanks for the input everyone, I just applied and just can’t wait to get out of my big law job

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