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Originally Posted by Lava
I work for DOJ and posessing a degree is really the major hurrdle in applying. Doesn't matter really what it is in. Next your credit history needs to be perfect or near perfect. The better your history the better your chances. If you are going to your second interview more than likely they are interviewing neighbors or will be asking for that info. You will be evaluated by your answers in the initial questioneer/test. Be honest! Remember to answer the questions in the interview with the understanding of how they want to hear them (if that makes sense). If you do not know an answer tell them, and also tell them you will do the necessary research to have that answer next time. What GS is the position open at and what is the highest potential? Is this for a Special Agent opening or a Police Officer within DSS? I am a GS-11 instructor now and started as a GS-6 Officer way back just to get in the door. If this is your goal getting in the door should be priority. Once you are in you can move from one agency to another like I have. Good Luck to you, let me know how things go for you.
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Lava,
Thanks for the info man, i'm definately appreciative. I am not exactly sure what GS the position opens but it I AM interviewing for the Special Agent postion.
My friend and I are both looking at using the DSS Special Agent position a way to get a foot in the door and be able to move laterally into other agencies if we feel that another agency is more of our liking. His buddy (The ATF agent) says that they (State Dept) is hiring an exorbinant number of special agents this year to fill many spots that have been vacated by agents that have done just that, move to different agencies. Plus he says the workload is growing so they need to bring in more than they usually do.
I am looking at a minor paycut from what I am currently doing if I am offered a position with the DSS, but like you said, the opportunity for advancement or movement to another agency makes it all worth it.
As soon as I receive my official interview date I will keep you posted on my progress. Thanks buddy!