Competing for Federal Jobs: Job Search Experiences of New Hires

Abstract

This report discusses the job search experiences of new employees who were hired competitively through the delegated examining units (DEU's) of the various Federal departments and agencies. The report is based on a survey of new hires, which was conducted in early 1999. As viewed through the eyes of those who were hired, it appears that DEU's generally manage most parts of the competitive examining process well. For example, most survey respondents agreed that the process of applying for Federal jobs was relatively easy. However, respondents also indicated there was a need for improved customer service by DEU's. Many respondents reported that during their job searches, they seldom received timely feedback, and sometimes no feedback at all, concerning the status of their application. The report concludes with suggestions for improvements.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 2000
Accession Number
ADA373726

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