The Selection Process
Q: What happens after I submit my application?
A: Your application package is submitted to GlobalCorps, and all of the materials received are entered into our database system. GlobalCorps will then send an email confirming receipt of your application. The selection committee reviews all of the application packages and selects qualified applicants for interviews. The application review process takes an average of 3 to 12 weeks after a position has closed. GlobalCorps will contact the qualified applicants to schedule an interview. After interviews are conducted, GlobalCorps will conduct academic verifications and reference checks. Once completed, the selection committee nominates candidate(s) for hire. Once the nomination is approved, a Contract Specialist will contact the selected candidate(s) to make a job offer.
Q: What is the time frame for the selection process?
A: There is no set time frame for the selection process—the process varies based upon the number of applications received, the schedule of selection committee members, etc. The selection process can take several weeks from the closing date, and occasionally it can take several months before a selection is made. GlobalCorps notifies all applicants when there is a change to their application status.
Q: I applied for a position last week and never heard anything and I want to check on the status of my application.
A: You should have received an e-mail verifying receipt of your application. If you have not received an e-mail verification, please contact GlobalCorps to confirm that your application was received. Additionally, please note that applicants are responsible for confirming that their application materials were received on time.
Q: How can I find out the status of these vacancies?
A: Unfortunately GlobalCorps cannot provide applicants with detailed information on the status of a vacancy. For example, we cannot tell you what stages of the selection process have been completed, or whether a candidate has been selected. If you have a general question about a vacancy, please contact GlobalCorps. Be sure that you tell the recruiter the job title so they know to which position you are referring.
Q: How will my application be rated?
A: Complete and timely applications are first reviewed against the Education/Experience Requirements and Selection Factors listed in the solicitation. Applicants must meet or exceed the number of years of both general and specialized experience and required education listed in the solicitation to be considered for the position. If an applicant meets all of the Education/Experience Requirements & Selection Factors, the responses he/she provided for the Evaluation Factors will be given a numerical rating calculated in accordance with the weighting of questions as listed in the solicitation. After the applications are ranked, the best qualified candidates will be selected for an interview.
Q: Are interviews conducted in person or over the phone?
A: Interviews are conducted by phone or in person at our office in Washington, D.C. The selection committee determines whether interviews will be conducted in person or by phone. Additionally, please note that interview expenses are not reimbursable—if an applicant travels to Washington, D.C., this will be at their own personal expense.
Q: If I am not selected for a position, whom should I contact to find out why?
A: If you are not selected for a position, you may contact GlobalCorps to request feedback from the Contracting Officer. This feedback will explain the reasons why you were not qualified or why your application was not as competitive as other candidates for the position. Please note that this is usually completed after a selection has been made and approved for hire.
