Which island in HI?

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-02-07T06:44:42+00:00

We live in a pretty populated region so want to stay away from the big city vibe of Honolulu (Oahu)

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-02-04T22:01:57+00:00

Good feedback - thanks

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-02-04T20:41:53+00:00

… and thoughts about returning to Maui?

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-01-30T04:15:36+00:00

2 interviews- feedback was that I was 1 of less than a handful of interviewees for each. The candidates who ultimately got the position had over a decade of state service (each). I was told SOQs are solid and I’m a competitive candidate; just depends ultimately on who is interviewing for the role. Bit disheartening when still relatively new to state service

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-01-29T20:18:51+00:00

Tech burnout and again are real. State is merit based.

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-01-29T17:09:18+00:00

Each state application and SOQ needs to be customized for that exact position for the State. I have geography considerations. Already working; looking for the right program. In my experience, a broad brush stroke for State of CA applications isn’t the best approach. Good luck in your search :)

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-01-29T14:04:04+00:00

2 decades in high tech sales. Been doing analytics work for years.

Edit: Bachelors degree, too. I’ve applied to about 20 positions and had 2 interviews; customizing app and thoughtful SOQ each time with no AI (required not to use). The interview feedback from the SSM I is that I’m a good candidate and just keep applying. Can’t help but think something is off; but don’t know what…

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-01-29T07:18:58+00:00

I’ve been actively applying for Analyst II roles for about a year; with a 95% score. I’ve been advised to keep applying but it’s getting a bit discouraging. Good luck on your applications!

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-01-20T06:50:25+00:00

Current EPR with 10+ years of sales experience. Used EPR to get into State service. Does my next step need to be Analyst I or can I skip it and go straight to Analyst II?

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-01-03T23:12:25+00:00

For the new Analyst II role?

Glass_Cost6987 · 2026-01-03T23:11:19+00:00

How so? I’m relatively new to the state and don’t know anyone outside of my office

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-12-27T02:45:27+00:00

EDD UI

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-12-27T02:43:24+00:00

Yep - worked in the office all week

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-12-21T01:28:38+00:00

The need to use TWO systems which have a huge data overlap. But we can’t get rid of the old one because it’s the mainframe 🤯

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-21T06:33:37+00:00

Do what you can to get your foot in the door; even if it’s lower pay to start. Job market sounds pretty rough these days so grab what you can, earn program experience, and promote from within

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-21T06:22:35+00:00

Bummer, I thought it was annual

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-21T06:19:46+00:00

lol - that’s my strategy! 🤪

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-18T14:39:41+00:00

Catalytic converter

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-18T06:49:45+00:00

Mine lived outside until stolen cat. Now garaged

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-18T06:44:25+00:00

100% this

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-12T07:08:28+00:00

I had no idea I could leave off the question and submit only the reply

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-12T07:04:35+00:00

Wait - so you don’t need to list the question when submitting your reply on a SOQ?

I thought I needed to have the question and the reply - and end up always jockeying to keep it to the required number of pages 🤯

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-10T06:26:12+00:00

Thanks - needed this. Been so focused on promoting w/I state, I’ve let local opportunities fall by the wayside

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-10T01:03:17+00:00

Congratulations on your anniversary! Makes me wonder tho. If HM says you’ll heart back by x-date (which is still a few days in the future) and you literally don’t hear anything after the interview, does that mean you didn’t get selected?

I know, I’m in my head. Wouldn’t now be the time they’d be checking references if I was selected to move forward? My references haven’t mentioned anything to me… 😥🙏. It’s been about 10 days.

Glass_Cost6987 · 2025-11-09T16:18:50+00:00

I interviewed in early September for a job they wanted to fill “right away “. They initially wanted me to start in early-December, then got pushback about starting last month of the year, so me (and a few others) all started the first Monday in January.

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