Posted on May 7, 2019
SFC Kevin Ireland
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I have an interview on Thursday with the office in Cincinnati. Does anyone here have any advise, tips, or can share their experience working there? Thank you.
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SFC Douglas Duckett
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Generally, Government interviews are conducted using a PAR or PARL format. Problem, Action, Results and Lessons Learned. Most often done in a situational questions, ie. "Give me an example where you ran into a difficult customer and how did you resolve the issue"?

Take a moment to formulate your answer and deliver smoothly. Do not wonder and do not give more information than needed to answer the question.

Remember, these people are not your buddies (yet), keep it professional but smile and attempt to pick up on the atmosphere. Watch your humor, many people do not get military humor.
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MAJ Contracting Officer
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Government hiring officials want optimism, vigor, ability to deal well with others, and energy. Come in motivated and know your technical stuff for the job. Be prepared for month long wait after the interview at best. Good luck!
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1SG Civil Affairs Specialist
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Which office?
Need a little detail, Hoss.
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SFC Kevin Ireland
SFC Kevin Ireland
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Sorry, I was under the EPA's site, so I thought it would post there, instead of just "Government Administration".
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SFC Kevin Ireland - No worries.
With any government job, be aware of the duty description on the job announcement. Make sure you highlight how your skills and training fit the job and the agency's mission.
Good luck!
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Michael Compeau
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If they use the standard Performance Based Evaluation technique to interview, be ready to tell specific stories related to your work background, work with coworkers, adapting to change and difficult demands, etc. Be specific and 'get to the point' quickly...
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