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Took a test and had the first interview for a position in the Western District of Texas. Did not get called back for the second interview. I just got invited to test for a position in the Southern District of Texas. I think the fact that I don't speak Spanish may be holding me back.
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Originally posted by 3531Marine View PostI know this position is in the excepted service but does anyone know their policy/practice for veterans preference? I have local le, federal corrections, a BA with 3.75, a grad certificate, and am a 10 pt vet. I'm not holding my breath for this position but figure it won't hurt to apply.
With that being said, you could get lucky and apply to a District where the chief is a Vet or the chief district court judge (probation chief's boss) is encouraging the hiring of Vets.
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Originally posted by 3531Marine View Post...That's why I'm curious as to how vet preference is handled as it may be able to help me get in the top range.
BTW I think you have a pretty good background too. Oorah. Just don't get disappointed with rejections or nothingness and keep on applying.
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Originally posted by Nick2 View Postno sarcasm at all. I'll admit I'm being lazy and not checking back on previous posts, but are you willing to relocate? California is offering multiple positions clearly titled "Entry Level." The Dallas Fort Worth Area also has multiple openings.
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Originally posted by 3531Marine View PostIs this sarcasm? If not then I appreciate the complement but still think that I am lacking some things that applicants in the top 20 percent have. That's why I'm curious as to how vet preference is handled as it may be able to help me get in the top range.Last edited by Nick2; 01-29-2015, 07:51 PM.
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Keep applying. We have people who weren't state probation officers before.
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It's only a Graduate Certificate, which is only 18 credits (essentially half of a masters), so I am a little behind on that. A while back I spoke with a PO from the office that I applied to and he said he got hired on right out of grad school with no LE, probation, or military experience. I don't recall how long he's been on but don't think it's been longer than a decade. My lack of probation experience is by far my biggest set back, especially if the office places less emphasis on LE. Regardless, I will let you guys know if I continue past the application stage.
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I'm not sure how it is handled in my district. We have vets but never heard them mention vet pref and getting on board. The issue is that each district operates almost as a independent agency so what is impressive with vary from district to district. Some are more LE centered and some social service. But your resume does sound impressive. Having a masters is almost becoming standard in my district with the new hires.
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Originally posted by Nick2 View PostSounds like a pretty outstanding resume to me.
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Originally posted by 3531Marine View PostI know this position is in the excepted service but does anyone know their policy/practice for veterans preference? I have local le, federal corrections, a BA with 3.75, a grad certificate, and am a 10 pt vet. I'm not holding my breath for this position but figure it won't hurt to apply.
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I know this position is in the excepted service but does anyone know their policy/practice for veterans preference? I have local le, federal corrections, a BA with 3.75, a grad certificate, and am a 10 pt vet. I'm not holding my breath for this position but figure it won't hurt to apply.
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Thanks man. We've spoken on PM before. I'm a fellow USF Bull, hence the screen name. I'm sending you a PM now.
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