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Post by pubdef on Mar 21, 2014 8:29:42 GMT -5
I think Alex was referring to a resume consultant and, while I would not spend the money on something like, I do not think there is anything "unethical" or "illegal" about using one. All they do is take information that you provide and help you put it in the most articulate polished format that they think is best. If I used one I would make darn sure that the vendor's focus is federal government jobs. I wouldn't spend the money on one either, and, if that is what he was speaking about there isn't anything illegal or unethical about having someone proof a resume. I don't even think it's wrong to have someone, like your spouse, proof an application to make sure you didn't inadvertently leave something off such as a State Bar Number. Regardless, if you are going to spend money on anything, I would buy the Federal Resume Guidebook instead of hiring a consultant. If nothing else they might give you a little more peace of mind.
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Post by 71stretch on Mar 21, 2014 8:30:44 GMT -5
You, as a ten-point Veteran, can take the entire exam again. In my case, my last results essentially superseded my first which was good because I raised my score. I suggest you practice sample WDs--but "use[ing] someone on the outside" with respect to your finished application is unethical, probably illegal and if found out may well disqualify you. I think Alex was referring to a resume consultant and, while I would not spend the money on something like, I do not think there is anything "unethical" or "illegal" about using one. All they do is take information that you provide and help you put it in the most articulate polished format that they think is best. If I used one I would make darn sure that the vendor's focus is federal government jobs. Read the statement you agree to under penalty of perjury when you submit the application. I don't have it in front of me, but it's been discussed here before.
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Post by pubdef on Mar 21, 2014 8:51:19 GMT -5
I think Alex was referring to a resume consultant and, while I would not spend the money on something like, I do not think there is anything "unethical" or "illegal" about using one. All they do is take information that you provide and help you put it in the most articulate polished format that they think is best. If I used one I would make darn sure that the vendor's focus is federal government jobs. Read the statement you agree to under penalty of perjury when you submit the application. I don't have it in front of me, but it's been discussed here before. This?
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Post by hopefalj on Mar 21, 2014 15:46:41 GMT -5
Not that one, pubdef. The one we signed at every stage that clearly states you did not receive any help in completing your materials. I'm almost positive that every single part of the application included something along those lines.
I'd also question whether such help is necessary for someone that made it to DC. Even if you had the best prepped application of all time, would it give you the help you need in getting past the SI or WD? If that is where you got hung up, I'd say you'd be better off trying to find materials online that you could use to do further prep. I was able to deduce what each of the DC components would be and believe I found corresponding practice help on the Internet.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2014 17:17:35 GMT -5
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Post by beenlurking on Mar 21, 2014 20:14:13 GMT -5
Wannabee is correct. If you re-apply before end of March, by the Regulations you must be tested before the end of June.
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Post by Xman on Mar 22, 2014 3:56:29 GMT -5
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Post by Xman on Mar 22, 2014 14:32:09 GMT -5
No waiver. Good luck.
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Post by juno64 on Mar 23, 2014 12:36:31 GMT -5
I am going to drop my 10 point vet paperwork tomorrow - is it as easy as a SF15, DD214, VA letter, and a request for a test?
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Post by futuressaalj on Mar 23, 2014 13:10:11 GMT -5
I am going to drop my 10 point vet paperwork tomorrow - is it as easy as a SF15, DD214, VA letter, and a request for a test? You seem to find this hard to accept. Yes, you send in your simple request stating that you are a 10 point vet and want to test. You send in the SF 15 which requires the VA letter with your rating and the DD214 that shows you were honorably discharged. Its as simple as that to get permission to take the test--stand by for further instructions from OPM.
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Post by 1139wmdg on Mar 24, 2014 13:24:29 GMT -5
I'm still in appeal status awaiting the opportunity to take the test because some clerk incorrectly counted my 14 years of continuous practice experience as being less than 7 years. The last notice that was sent to me a year ago was that a panel of ALJs would be convening to review. To date, there has been no decision by such an panel. Is anyone else in the same situation? Is there a process that can expedite the appeal? What about federal court?
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Post by 71stretch on Mar 24, 2014 13:30:18 GMT -5
I'm still in appeal status awaiting the opportunity to take the test because some clerk incorrectly counted my 14 years of continuous practice experience as being less than 7 years. The last notice that was sent to me a year ago was that a panel of ALJs would be convening to review. To date, there has been no decision by such an panel. Is anyone else in the same situation? Is there a process that can expedite the appeal? What about federal court? The panel is being convened, as I understand it, AFTER the appeal time runs from the NORs that were issued recently. I'm not involved in the appeal process, because I have a score that I will not challenge. Federal Court? I think not. Everyone has to exhaust their administrative remedies.
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