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Post by worrywart on May 7, 2018 19:31:35 GMT -5
So if there are 1200-1500 test takers, how many do they usually let in and how low can a score be to get on the register. So frustrated beating myself up for not putting all I wanted to write but so little time to be scholarly. Doubt there is a retired judge grading 1200 writings, so must be luck of the draw.
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Post by ssa on May 7, 2018 21:19:12 GMT -5
So if there are 1200-1500 test takers, how many do they usually let in and how low can a score be to get on the register. So frustrated beating myself up for not putting all I wanted to write but so little time to be scholarly. Doubt there is a retired judge grading 1200 writings, so must be luck of the draw. As long as you get whatever the minimum scores are for the interview and writing sample, you’ll make the register. What those minimum scores are, and how they are totaled with all the other elements to make one’s final NOR score, is anyone’s guess. Speaking of numbers, though... who has some from 5/2??!?
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Post by gary on May 7, 2018 23:41:13 GMT -5
So if there are 1200-1500 test takers, how many do they usually let in and how low can a score be to get on the register. So frustrated beating myself up for not putting all I wanted to write but so little time to be scholarly. Doubt there is a retired judge grading 1200 writings, so must be luck of the draw. The percent of DC test takers making the register has varied from 75–80% to 50%. The differences in the percentages making the register are neither random nor arbitrary. Pixie both the question and my answer should be moved to another thread.
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Post by Pixie on May 8, 2018 7:49:32 GMT -5
So if there are 1200-1500 test takers, how many do they usually let in and how low can a score be to get on the register. So frustrated beating myself up for not putting all I wanted to write but so little time to be scholarly. Doubt there is a retired judge grading 1200 writings, so must be luck of the draw. The percent of DC test takers making the register has varied from 75–80% to 50%. The differences in the percentages making the register are neither random nor arbitrary. Pixie both the question and my answer should be moved to another thread. Agreed. A suggestion as to which thread?
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Post by gary on May 8, 2018 9:41:11 GMT -5
The percent of DC test takers making the register has varied from 75–80% to 50%. The differences in the percentages making the register are neither random nor arbitrary. Pixie both the question and my answer should be moved to another thread. Agreed. A suggestion as to which thread? Since it has to do with success rates on the DC testing, this thread could work: aljdiscussion.proboards.com/thread/3950/dc-testingOr maybe a new one.
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Post by Pixie on May 8, 2018 10:46:14 GMT -5
Thanks. I went back 3 pages looking for a thread, but this was on page 4 and I didn't get there.
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Post by phoenixrakkasan on May 9, 2018 18:12:15 GMT -5
10-point vet here, just scheduled for testing 14-15 June. Will post data afterwards. Col Best wishes! Glad to see you back Full Bird! Take the hill this time. Hooah!
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Post by mouse on May 9, 2018 19:30:50 GMT -5
I was rejected on lack of qualifying experience, appealed, did the SJT etc., and just scheduled testing for 6-14/15.
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Post by merlot on May 9, 2018 20:02:48 GMT -5
I was rejected on lack of qualifying experience, appealed, did the SJT etc., and just scheduled testing for 6-14/15. Congratulations! Welcome to the rollercoaster
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Post by Deleted on May 11, 2018 14:02:28 GMT -5
I was rejected on lack of qualifying experience, appealed, did the SJT etc., and just scheduled testing for 6-14/15. I get the feeling that OPM may not be so picky about who they let on the register this go around. It seems like they are approving appeals at a higher rate, and later in the cycle, and scheduling the folks for testing with only about 4 weeks to go. Maybe since they know they are about to re-establish the register they have decided to be more lenient and let more applicants on; albeit with a mediocre score, or even a lower one, but on the register nonetheless. Thoughts?
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Post by bayou on May 11, 2018 14:10:48 GMT -5
I was rejected on lack of qualifying experience, appealed, did the SJT etc., and just scheduled testing for 6-14/15. I get the feeling that OPM may not be so picky about who they let on the register this go around. It seems like they are approving appeals at a higher rate, and later in the cycle, and scheduling the folks for testing with only about 4 weeks to go. Maybe since they know they are about to re-establish the register they have decided to be more lenient and let more applicants on; albeit with a mediocre score, or even a lower one, but on the register nonetheless. Thoughts? It seems to me that they may have had more systemic issues during the online testing period that has led to more appeals being granted. Ultimately, I do not think that OPM is loosening the grading parameters for either the online testing or the DC testing, given that all going on the same register and thus have to be subject to the same grading criteria.
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Post by gary on May 11, 2018 15:59:55 GMT -5
I get the feeling that OPM may not be so picky about who they let on the register this go around. It seems like they are approving appeals at a higher rate, and later in the cycle, and scheduling the folks for testing with only about 4 weeks to go. Maybe since they know they are about to re-establish the register they have decided to be more lenient and let more applicants on; albeit with a mediocre score, or even a lower one, but on the register nonetheless. Thoughts? It seems to me that they may have had more systemic issues during the online testing period that has led to more appeals being granted. Ultimately, I do not think that OPM is loosening the grading parameters for either the online testing or the DC testing, given that all going on the same register and thus have to be subject to the same grading criteria. Unlike at least the first time using this exam, OPM has decided the preliminary qualifications appeals in time to fold the successful appellants into the testing with the rest of their cohort.
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Post by Deleted on May 11, 2018 17:43:24 GMT -5
You guys are probably right... I was trying to be overly optimistic.
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Post by gbrlaw on May 17, 2018 16:16:04 GMT -5
For anyone who's concerned about the process, I tested recently and the logistics were very smooth. I cannot imagine any way one could lose a test, get lost, or encounter any other nightmare imaginable. I had read a few horror stories and wasted some time worrying about it. Whatever problems they had in the past must have been remedied.
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Post by Pixie on May 17, 2018 17:20:12 GMT -5
For anyone who's concerned about the process, I tested recently and the logistics were very smooth. I cannot imagine any way one could lose a test, get lost, or encounter any other nightmare imaginable. I had read a few horror stories and wasted some time worrying about it. Whatever problems they had in the past must have been remedied. It's not the testers who lose the tests, it's OPM. Getting lost and not finding the door doesn't come into play until the SSA interview. All of that is still ahead of you. Good luck. Pixie
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Post by Ranse on May 19, 2018 12:40:02 GMT -5
For anyone who's concerned about the process, I tested recently and the logistics were very smooth. I cannot imagine any way one could lose a test, get lost, or encounter any other nightmare imaginable. I had read a few horror stories and wasted some time worrying about it. Whatever problems they had in the past must have been remedied. It's not the testers who lose the tests, it's OPM. Getting lost and not finding the door doesn't come into play until the SSA interview. All of that is still ahead of you. Good luck. Pixie Finding the door is easy. Just look in the wardrobe in the spare room...
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Post by bippity on Jun 11, 2018 19:10:36 GMT -5
I'm working on reading the tea leaves about what OPM will do for tomorrow, when 100k+ people are swarming around downtown and the mall, the streets are either closed or clogged, and metro is overwhelmed with commuters and celebrants. wtop.com/dc/2018/06/your-guide-to-the-capitals-victory-parade/"According to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, the government will remain open. However, “The White House is encouraging Federal agencies to grant employees in the Washington, D.C. area two hours of administrative leave between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to attend the parade,” according to the office. “To help alleviate traffic congestion, agencies may authorize telework or other workplace flexibilities at their discretion. Employees may also request to use their alternative work schedule day off, annual leave, or other authorized time off. Employees should contact their agency human resources offices for assistance.” But wait... why isn't that the equivalent of #3 from OPM here? www.opm.gov/services-for-agencies/administrative-law-judges/#url=Inclement-Weather "Should inclement weather in the Washington, DC area result in any of the following: 1) closing of Federal agencies in the Washington, DC area, 2) a delayed opening in the Washington, DC area, or 3) optional unscheduled telework and/or optional unscheduled leave for Federal employees in the Washington, DC area, on the date of your scheduled test session(s), your WD/LBMT and/or SI session(s) will be cancelled and subsequently rescheduled." I don't think it counts the same, as that specifies inclement weather, not hockey fans. Guess I'll be up at 4:00 a.m. to find out. Well, that and to get to metro early enough.
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Post by desert2beach on Jun 12, 2018 6:42:22 GMT -5
While the parade throws a monkey wrench into many plans, I'm sure folks who have travelled into DC for testing, potentially on non-refundable tickets, would prefer the testing to occur as planned.
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Post by Suzanne on Jun 18, 2018 13:32:51 GMT -5
Since testing ends this week will we have a "waiting" thread? Thanks.
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Post by Prrple on Jun 18, 2018 13:37:21 GMT -5
Since testing ends this week will we have a "waiting" thread? Thanks. Pretty sure that's the entire board
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