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From: Curtis.Oglesby@p13.f1.n360.z1.fidonet.org (Curtis Oglesby)
Newsgroups: misc.handicap
Subject: Civil Service Tests
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Date: 10 Oct 90 03:02:07 GMT
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 AP> Two, "I want
 AP> to fill out gs171 or its current
 AP> equivalent. Please send it to:......"  Three,
 AP> "If you, the person you are talking to,
 AP> can not help me, please tell me who
 AP> can. Can you give me the number, please."

I believe you'll find that the application form is sf171 not
gs171.  Just remember that this designation stands for standard
form 171.  It is used as the standard job application form for
federal civil service.  Relating something hard to remember to
something well known is an old memorization trick.

I'd suggest you search out jobs in your area that are difficult for
the federal government to keep filled.  You may already be
qualified to fill them.  If not, consider getting the
training/education required to qualify.  They will try harder to
fill, and keep filled, these positions.

Ask about excepted (non-competitive) service.  This program will
give you the opportunity to get your foot in the door.  It may be
extremely difficult to get into the federal civil service system,
but once inside, it is much easier to find that job you're looking
for.  Consider anything that you're qualified for to get inside,
then look for better opportunities.

Above all, be persistent.  The federal civil service system is
huge, and most of the personnel offices are swamped, especially
now.  Be warned, most federal agencies are reducing their
personnel.  It is therefore important to find out what will make
you attractive as an employee to your local federal agencies.  You
must do this if you expect to be asked to enter the system at the
same time many are being forced to leave.  Don't let this
discourage you.

Remember also, it is your responsibility to search out this info.
Don't assume anyone will look out for you.

Happy hunting ....

Curt

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