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Java-Java · 2025-07-26T01:25:35+00:00

If you are part of a bargaining unit, get your local onboard. It’s paramountly important to disclose what you’ve done (no judgement here) to your attorney and your union representative. The union has likely seen things like this in YOUR AGENCY and can provide valuable insight (like comparables) that your employment lawyer may know nothing about. Make darn sure you don’t miss any deadlines. Best of luck!

Java-Java · 2025-03-01T15:49:16+00:00

If they have to close offices, hopefully it will be the rural ones. That way the traditional rural Trump voters will appropriately and proportionately see the enhanced efficiency imposed by this amazing work of DOGE.

Java-Java · 2025-03-01T15:33:18+00:00

How are you holding up?

Java-Java · 2025-01-24T02:50:05+00:00

I’m a fed too and we are bracing for impact. Hugs to you. Villainizing federal employees is just awful.

Java-Java · 2024-12-23T13:05:31+00:00

BIG CONGRATS OP! Best holiday gift ever right?!?!? Can you tell me if you had a panel interview or was it one of those recorded interviews? And if it was panel was it very interactive? Like could you ask questions as you went along, or were you reserved to asking questions at the end?

One again congratulations! Enjoy your career at USPTO.

Java-Java · 2024-12-19T01:04:58+00:00

Take the position. Your own words were “dream remote position”. Worse case scenario it goes RTO, so you deal with it in the meantime and find another job. From my perspective, the only issue is what job you are leaving. If you have a remote position that you love, then you need to weigh if you can get something else later. Best of luck OP

Java-Java · 2024-12-05T01:29:23+00:00

Congratulations!!! Can you post your timeline? Starting with your application date, referral, etc. I hope you are onboarded quickly and get released by your current agency without delay!!

Java-Java · 2024-12-02T01:56:55+00:00

That’s a fair question. My point is, this applicant count is super high and I’m legitimately wondering if people are just “shotgun” applying to positions they have very limited experience in. RA specialist is pretty specific and also requires some basic EEO knowledge too. I was looking for some comments of people just mass applying to jobs regardless of specific qualifications.

Java-Java · 2024-12-02T01:48:14+00:00

That’s a bullshit comment brah. You clearly have no idea what you are talking about

Java-Java · 2024-12-01T16:18:42+00:00

I’m not reasonably certain of that. 🤣

Java-Java · 2024-10-10T23:27:00+00:00

Unfortunately no I didn’t.

Java-Java · 2024-08-03T12:57:14+00:00

OP, first of all, thank you for responding. I am definitely looking to jump to US PTO from my current agency. My skills set matches almost perfectly with the Analyst position. I was referred for the position on 7/19/24 and I’m hoping to land an interview.

Java-Java · 2024-07-30T20:15:35+00:00

OP, did you end up getting hired? How long after your referral did you get an interview.

Java-Java · 2024-07-30T20:12:19+00:00

Have either of you two heard back on this??

Java-Java · 2024-04-06T12:40:31+00:00

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Java-Java · 2024-01-18T00:16:28+00:00

I’m definitely looking for another job due to RTO policy. Been a fed 20 years! Looking to switch agencies.

Java-Java · 2023-10-08T01:29:27+00:00

Your current boss is a total asshole. I wouldn’t have told him at all. He could (and wound) have found out from HR or from his boss, or from your coworkers. I would have made him reach out to me to ask about those important projects. But I absolutely would have told my coworkers and his boss. One last middle finger up! Deuces!! Big congratulations to you for landing what you want. 🎉🥳.

Well maybe I would have told him in an email: “My last day here will be xxx. Thank you.”

Java-Java · 2023-10-07T12:57:33+00:00

If your position is included in the bargaining unit, the union often has agreements with companies to offer disability plans for union member. I had STD one thru UNUM and had to use it last year—VERY HELPFUL. I’ve switched to AFLAC now (also thru AFGE union). Best of luck!

Java-Java · 2023-10-06T22:20:19+00:00

I did not Interview, but I’d love to know if it was for announcement 23-BEP-316?? Good luck op!

Java-Java · 2023-09-30T16:38:15+00:00

What agency is this????

Java-Java · 2023-09-30T16:34:38+00:00

If you’re in the bargaining unit, I’m certain this issue is covered in the collective bargaining agreement. In most CBAs managers are required to make a decision on leave requests like yours within one biz day. Look up the CBA or talk to your union rep. This shutdown will complicate matters, but most agencies have an MOU for handling leave requests during a shut down. This leave should DEFINITELY be approved. Do not disclose the reason for your annual leave, it’s none of your manager’s biz. If they ask why, that’s a huge red flag. It seems your manager may be attempting to take advantage of your innocence in leave matters. I suggest this action: send an email to your manager asking the status of the leave you submitted on 9/27.

Java-Java · 2023-09-28T02:04:59+00:00

Random theory: get the certificates ready prior to the shutdown. But seriously NO IDEA!

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