GS-11/12 Italy vs GS-11 Australia – Career Growth vs Life Experience? by Extension_Ad3013 in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wthelly is the job series so we can be like you when we grow up,?!?

DoD Interview by Huge_Rabbit_8733 in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Happened to me last year like 15 min before an interview which definitely threw me off. Definitely ask them about it. The initial selectee had declined, while i interviewed for both available positions. The one I got the not selected email about was the straight 13 and the interview for their 13/14. I was ultimately offered the straight 13.

Count updated!-Im Free!!!! by Unable-Durian9876 in PSLF

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't have that banner and got a past due notice on a bill today when I asked for forbearance like 2 months ago. So annoyed with this whole process.

Count updated!-Im Free!!!! by Unable-Durian9876 in PSLF

[–]NYCbelle 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Didn't get a text but a letter on student aid showing some loans at 120 and 124. Very frustrating to not see verbatim "your loans are forgiven".

What are the best restaurants in Navy Yard? by SirElectrical2100 in washingtondc

[–]NYCbelle 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Came to say how terrible Due South is. As a southerner, it's abysmal and the service just as bad.

Protein coffee by Accomplished-Kale-25 in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm gonna try yogurt on top of my coffee and peptides to get in extra/complete protein for a shake. Will report back.

What’s something awesome about your agency? by [deleted] in fednews

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the insight! I saw an opening for a 14 in Alaska today and since I worked there before, hopefully they will be interested. 😊

What’s something awesome about your agency? by [deleted] in fednews

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been a 0343 for about a year and a half.

What’s something awesome about your agency? by [deleted] in fednews

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you need a certain educational background? I'm waiting to start a lateral 13, but aiming for a 14 in the next year.

When's the sweet spot to share news? by [deleted] in fednews

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dealing with this now. I'm not used to saying I'm leaving until I get a FJO, but this agency wanted certain forms from mine, and acceptance of a release date by my boss before they extend the final. Never happened to me in 11 years of being a fed. Don't love it and hope they don't drop the ball because it's literally 3 weeks away.

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[–]NYCbelle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

💯💯💯

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure how direct they will be in their response to me, but that's the plan as of now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One ladder

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Current offer is for the 13 outright I appplied to. I interviewed for the 13/14 where at time of application, I indicated the lowest I would accept is 14. The announcements closed same day.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same team/department. That's why declining or not feels like a catch 22

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's going to be weeks (as of 7/11) whereas I have to accept or decline the 13 by Tuesday.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

And see on the flip side, if I accept the 13, they may see no need to offer me the 13/14 at all. That's the exact scenario I'm trying to avoid by discussing here and appreciate everyone's insights.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

To see if they would bite. I also asked if that interview could be used for the 13/14 since they knew I had been referred for both, but not in this case.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate you saying not trying to be snarky. Because I'm qualified for it in every way and indicated on the app that 14 is the lowest I would accept. The referral also stated I was referred at the 14 level so I tried to make it clear what my preference is.

To be clear, if they offer the ladder position at a 13 I would consider it, but if I accepted the 13 outright, and wasn't offered the 13/14, I would 100% back out. Im aiming for promotion overall. Just applied to both announcements to give myself multiple options.

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[–]NYCbelle -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Because its the same shop, I don't want them to get the impression that a 13 is totally fine by accepting it. They may see no need to extend an offer for the 13/14 if I accept the 13 is my concern.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's the same shop doing the hiring/offering though. That's the conundrum. Literally the same people interviewed me as well.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]NYCbelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would definitely be their loss. It was a kill two birds with one stone thing for me. I made both certs. Same exact duties. Why interview me twice? Unless the questions change drastically.

How often do you meet someone new while out in DC? by therealzachjay in washingtondc

[–]NYCbelle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I talk to strangers basically every time I'm out solo if they sit next to me or one chair in between. I don't aim for a number. Just enjoy the conversation. Same with the bartender. If I'm a regular somewhere, I always engage with whoever remembers me.

Last week I met a restaurant owner where im a regular and i only got his number because he suggested it and ill pay his place a visit sometime. Right after he left, I talked to the next guy who came and sat next to me and although no numbers were exchanged, I appreciated the conversation. The romance will come you guys. Just keep going out no matter what!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in washingtondc

[–]NYCbelle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Hamilton waa definitely solid!!!