Careers Representing AmericaDate: 1/24/2011 6:07 pm
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How does the FSOT not place bias on employed candidates over unemployed candidates? I took the FSOT last year and felt like I was at a disadvantageous not have previous professional job experience. I graduated with a Master's in May 2010 and am still unemployed today (1/24/11). I understand the context of leadership, teamwork, and high stress scenarioes requires individuals to be 'proven under fire' but there is a disconnect choosing between personality and experience.
Date: 1/25/2011 7:08 am
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Thank you for your question. The FSOT is a general knowledge test. It does not test employment. Even unemployed individuals have (or may acquire) experience relevant to the biographical section of the FSOT.
Date: 2/2/2011 1:55 pm
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Why should there discrimination about job with people who have served this country in the military?
Date: 2/2/2011 5:34 pm
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The Department of State is pleased to count among its ranks many former members of the U.S. military -- in Civil Service, Foreign Service Officer, and Foreign Service Specialist positions. We encourage you to learn about our opportunities, and apply for positions for which you qualify.
