Posted on Jul 23, 2019
how far from my ETS date should I start to apply for job?
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I am looking to go into law enforcement after I leave the military next year and I keep getting different timelines. should I apply for jobs 6 months or 3 months from my ETS date or should i apply 3 months from my terminal leave start date?
for federal jobs is it best to apply for those 9 months from my ETS so that give me time to navigate al the documents and required test.
for federal jobs is it best to apply for those 9 months from my ETS so that give me time to navigate al the documents and required test.
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It never hurts to start networking and working angles so you hit the ground running after leaving the service.
From the options you stated, I would go with 90 days prior to Terminal Leave. That gives you some cushion to make transitions. Law enforcement positions are kind of fickle, so getting some idea of what to expect and how to shape your resume now are good investments of your time.
From the options you stated, I would go with 90 days prior to Terminal Leave. That gives you some cushion to make transitions. Law enforcement positions are kind of fickle, so getting some idea of what to expect and how to shape your resume now are good investments of your time.
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You need to contact whichever LE agency you want to work for and find out what their hiring pipeline looks like. Some agencies take like 2 years. I sent a guy home on pass to an entrance exam 16 months before his ETS date. Just make sure the agency knows when are actually able to fill the position.
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