does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
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does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
don't be dragged into it. It doesn't matter how righteous and just the cause, if there is a problem, and a contractor is involved, you will be replaced because the government people can't be so easily.
I...kind of just plan to show up and work and maybe lightly chat with co-workers. When I interviewed the lady said the co-workers kind of just get along well and we work on the same floor as the government people.
I'm just hoping this job opens doors for me.
Though I'm mostly excited for a cubicle and to be able to sit down and know that my weekends are free.
Helping people become Americans is kind of a cherry on top.
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Now to be clear, Jay T. Doggzone does not condone random flirtation with wanton babes, but rather careful consideration of which lovely honey gives your heart the bu-bumps. Cause it's all about the bu-bumps. Secondly you got to remember to be smooth, no bodacious babe belongs with a bumbling baby beau bereft of bravado.
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
a week ago i was complaining to Beast how I haven't been able to take a legitimate sick day all year because I am germ teflon and immune to illness
now I am suffering from a cold relapse and my damn race is two days away and I'm SO MAD
I won't be able to meet you this Sunday. My plans of meeting you, going to the Puerto Rican festival and getting some nookie all got dashed by the evil hell that is retail.
Drink OJ and run like the wind~
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does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
Always carry two pens.
One for writing
One for stabbing coworkers.
Just don't get the two pens mixed up
Bless your heart.
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a week ago i was complaining to Beast how I haven't been able to take a legitimate sick day all year because I am germ teflon and immune to illness
now I am suffering from a cold relapse and my damn race is two days away and I'm SO MAD
I won't be able to meet you this Sunday. My plans of meeting you, going to the Puerto Rican festival and getting some nookie all got dashed by the evil hell that is retail.
Drink OJ and run like the wind~
but you're starting a new job in a week...
call in sick, do your things, get SARS from SARS, and learn a lesson about faking sick days.
Deebaser on
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does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
i have a really hard time doing this because I am stupid and gregarious but the best thing you can do in any office setting is SHUT THE FUCK UP
For example, a horrible scenario: If someone is telling you why you're the worst person in the world and you fucked this up and you fucked that up and you have less moral integrity than a worm, SHUT THE FUCK UP
Don't AGREE with them, just say "I'm surprised to hear you say that. I'm sorry you were disappointed. Can I have some time to process?"
The second best thing you can do is immediately document that motherfucker in an email to yourself, all the details, and when you HAVE had time to process and figure out who you're going to go to about it, you can pull that baby out as proof that "I'm not making it up weeks after the fact, see this timestamp, I was very upset and needed some time to understand it but these are the facts"
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a week ago i was complaining to Beast how I haven't been able to take a legitimate sick day all year because I am germ teflon and immune to illness
now I am suffering from a cold relapse and my damn race is two days away and I'm SO MAD
I won't be able to meet you this Sunday. My plans of meeting you, going to the Puerto Rican festival and getting some nookie all got dashed by the evil hell that is retail.
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
i have a really hard time doing this because I am stupid and gregarious but the best thing you can do in any office setting is SHUT THE FUCK UP
For example, a horrible scenario: If someone is telling you why you're the worst person in the world and you fucked this up and you fucked that up and you have less moral integrity than a worm, SHUT THE FUCK UP
Don't AGREE with them, just say "I'm surprised to hear you say that. I'm sorry you were disappointed. Can I have some time to process?"
The second best thing you can do is immediately document that motherfucker in an email to yourself, all the details, and when you HAVE had time to process and figure out who you're going to go to about it, you can pull that baby out as proof that "I'm not making it up weeks after the fact, see this timestamp, I was very upset and needed some time to understand it but these are the facts"
Oh okay.
I guess option B is become mute/laconic
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does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
i have a really hard time doing this because I am stupid and gregarious but the best thing you can do in any office setting is SHUT THE FUCK UP
For example, a horrible scenario: If someone is telling you why you're the worst person in the world and you fucked this up and you fucked that up and you have less moral integrity than a worm, SHUT THE FUCK UP
Don't AGREE with them, just say "I'm surprised to hear you say that. I'm sorry you were disappointed. Can I have some time to process?"
The second best thing you can do is immediately document that motherfucker in an email to yourself, all the details, and when you HAVE had time to process and figure out who you're going to go to about it, you can pull that baby out as proof that "I'm not making it up weeks after the fact, see this timestamp, I was very upset and needed some time to understand it but these are the facts"
Oh okay.
I guess option B is become mute/laconic
Do your job. Dont start shit. If someone starts shit with you, disengage that part of your brain that takes it personally.
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zepherinRussian warship, go fuck yourselfRegistered Userregular
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
don't be dragged into it. It doesn't matter how righteous and just the cause, if there is a problem, and a contractor is involved, you will be replaced because the government people can't be so easily.
I...kind of just plan to show up and work and maybe lightly chat with co-workers. When I interviewed the lady said the co-workers kind of just get along well and we work on the same floor as the government people.
I'm just hoping this job opens doors for me.
Though I'm mostly excited for a cubicle and to be able to sit down and know that my weekends are free.
Helping people become Americans is kind of a cherry on top.
Good for you. Being a govt contractor opened doors for me. I hope it does the same for you.
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
i have a really hard time doing this because I am stupid and gregarious but the best thing you can do in any office setting is SHUT THE FUCK UP
For example, a horrible scenario: If someone is telling you why you're the worst person in the world and you fucked this up and you fucked that up and you have less moral integrity than a worm, SHUT THE FUCK UP
Don't AGREE with them, just say "I'm surprised to hear you say that. I'm sorry you were disappointed. Can I have some time to process?"
The second best thing you can do is immediately document that motherfucker in an email to yourself, all the details, and when you HAVE had time to process and figure out who you're going to go to about it, you can pull that baby out as proof that "I'm not making it up weeks after the fact, see this timestamp, I was very upset and needed some time to understand it but these are the facts"
Oh okay.
I guess option B is become mute/laconic
Do your job. Dont start shit. If someone starts shit with you, disengage that part of your brain that takes it personally.
Straw broke the camel's back with someone tonight. Threw a shitty plastic cup at him and it caught him bad and split open his eyebrow. Probs gonna lose everythig I've enjoyed for the last 6 months.
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Today's lesson on access control:
Duress Codes. It is possible to set up an access control system to require a badge and a PIN. If the user enters the duress code instead of the PIN then it will alert the burglar alarm* and lock the system down**. Given that duress codes are supposed to be used when their is a literal gun to your head, DO NOT USE THE DURESS CODE. That asshole is gonna shoot you.
*Some access control systems integrate with burg alarms. There are no guarantees here. Even if the duress code is set up.
**This on the other hand has a 100% chance of happening.
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
don't be dragged into it. It doesn't matter how righteous and just the cause, if there is a problem, and a contractor is involved, you will be replaced because the government people can't be so easily.
I...kind of just plan to show up and work and maybe lightly chat with co-workers. When I interviewed the lady said the co-workers kind of just get along well and we work on the same floor as the government people.
I'm just hoping this job opens doors for me.
Though I'm mostly excited for a cubicle and to be able to sit down and know that my weekends are free.
Helping people become Americans is kind of a cherry on top.
Good for you. Being a govt contractor opened doors for me. I hope it does the same for you.
do you have any contractor tips to pass on? You can PM them or leave 'em here in [chat].
I want to work this job for at least a year while studying for my GRE so I can go get my Master's. I wanted some office work experience under my belt before tackling grad school.
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zepherinRussian warship, go fuck yourselfRegistered Userregular
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
i have a really hard time doing this because I am stupid and gregarious but the best thing you can do in any office setting is SHUT THE FUCK UP
For example, a horrible scenario: If someone is telling you why you're the worst person in the world and you fucked this up and you fucked that up and you have less moral integrity than a worm, SHUT THE FUCK UP
Don't AGREE with them, just say "I'm surprised to hear you say that. I'm sorry you were disappointed. Can I have some time to process?"
The second best thing you can do is immediately document that motherfucker in an email to yourself, all the details, and when you HAVE had time to process and figure out who you're going to go to about it, you can pull that baby out as proof that "I'm not making it up weeks after the fact, see this timestamp, I was very upset and needed some time to understand it but these are the facts"
Oh okay.
I guess option B is become mute/laconic
Do your job. Dont start shit. If someone starts shit with you, disengage that part of your brain that takes it personally.
We aren't trying to scare you off from your exciting new job. It is just that sometimes shit happens, and contractors get burned. Keeping your head down, and keeping good records helps you make sure that is not you. Your coworkers are probably swell hard working people, just make sure you protect yourself.
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Deebaseron my way to work in a suit and a tieAhhhh...come on fucking guyRegistered Userregular
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
i have a really hard time doing this because I am stupid and gregarious but the best thing you can do in any office setting is SHUT THE FUCK UP
For example, a horrible scenario: If someone is telling you why you're the worst person in the world and you fucked this up and you fucked that up and you have less moral integrity than a worm, SHUT THE FUCK UP
Don't AGREE with them, just say "I'm surprised to hear you say that. I'm sorry you were disappointed. Can I have some time to process?"
The second best thing you can do is immediately document that motherfucker in an email to yourself, all the details, and when you HAVE had time to process and figure out who you're going to go to about it, you can pull that baby out as proof that "I'm not making it up weeks after the fact, see this timestamp, I was very upset and needed some time to understand it but these are the facts"
Oh okay.
I guess option B is become mute/laconic
Do your job. Dont start shit. If someone starts shit with you, disengage that part of your brain that takes it personally.
Okie dokie. o.o I'll do my best to do that.
You'll be fine. Even if the job sucks and the people suck and the pay sucks, you're building transferable skills. It's entry level. Get in, get paid, and if you aren't completely happy, get your resume out there after a year of work experience.
Duress Codes. It is possible to set up an access control system to require a badge and a PIN. If the user enters the duress code instead of the PIN then it will alert the burglar alarm* and lock the system down**. Given that duress codes are supposed to be used when their is a literal gun to your head, DO NOT USE THE DURESS CODE. That asshole is gonna shoot you.
*Some access control systems integrate with burg alarms. There are no guarantees here. Even if the duress code is set up.
**This on the other hand has a 100% chance of happening.
Wouldn't one that opened the system but also sent an alarm be better? Because I can't imagine many people being willing to die for minimum wage + 50 cents an hour or something.
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
I've seen contractors get in the middle of some stupid shit before, and government workers are notorious gossips. When I worked at my previous position (Fed). A worker went to his boss and told him about his arrest. Got in his car drove 3 minutes across campus and security at the door was asking him about it.
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
i have a really hard time doing this because I am stupid and gregarious but the best thing you can do in any office setting is SHUT THE FUCK UP
For example, a horrible scenario: If someone is telling you why you're the worst person in the world and you fucked this up and you fucked that up and you have less moral integrity than a worm, SHUT THE FUCK UP
Don't AGREE with them, just say "I'm surprised to hear you say that. I'm sorry you were disappointed. Can I have some time to process?"
The second best thing you can do is immediately document that motherfucker in an email to yourself, all the details, and when you HAVE had time to process and figure out who you're going to go to about it, you can pull that baby out as proof that "I'm not making it up weeks after the fact, see this timestamp, I was very upset and needed some time to understand it but these are the facts"
Oh okay.
I guess option B is become mute/laconic
Do your job. Dont start shit. If someone starts shit with you, disengage that part of your brain that takes it personally.
We aren't trying to scare you off from your exciting new job. It is just that sometimes shit happens, and contractors get burned. Keeping your head down, and keeping good records helps you make sure that is not you. Your coworkers are probably swell hard working people, just make sure you protect yourself.
Nah, I know you guys aren't trying to scare me. I DO tend to take things personally though, but not in a "WELL LET ME GET ARGUMENTATIVE" kind of way, but to go sit in a bathroom and cry and feel like a fuck up.
So I think that part I'll have a hard time on, but I plan to take notes when they train me and ask questions when I'm lost and just try to be nice.
Duress Codes. It is possible to set up an access control system to require a badge and a PIN. If the user enters the duress code instead of the PIN then it will alert the burglar alarm* and lock the system down**. Given that duress codes are supposed to be used when their is a literal gun to your head, DO NOT USE THE DURESS CODE. That asshole is gonna shoot you.
*Some access control systems integrate with burg alarms. There are no guarantees here. Even if the duress code is set up.
**This on the other hand has a 100% chance of happening.
Wouldn't one that opened the system but also sent an alarm be better? Because I can't imagine many people being willing to die for minimum wage + 50 cents an hour or something.
Yes but then stuff could still be stolen. One of those is being prioritized over the other. Also it's been my general experience that people given a duress code are generally told it sets off the silent alarm. And they leave the bit about it locking down the system down.
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
don't be dragged into it. It doesn't matter how righteous and just the cause, if there is a problem, and a contractor is involved, you will be replaced because the government people can't be so easily.
very much this. From being a contractor elsewhere (not govmt) I would add:
You must be able to accept with good grace that you are a 2nd class citizen (at best) at the workplace. This means being ok with being patronized, talked down to, mansplained (regardless of your gender) etc... every day. If you let on that this treatment bothers you then you are easy to replace.
You must be able to accept that workplace norms and acceptable behavior are different for you than non contractors doing the exact same job. Never assume that because someone else can do something that you can as well. Do not show any dissatisfaction with unfairness.
In general keep your head down and do your job. This can work to your advantage since with the above comes (usually) lower expectations and a certain immunity to office politics so long as you don't get involved.
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Deebaseron my way to work in a suit and a tieAhhhh...come on fucking guyRegistered Userregular
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
apply now
this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
don't be dragged into it. It doesn't matter how righteous and just the cause, if there is a problem, and a contractor is involved, you will be replaced because the government people can't be so easily.
I...kind of just plan to show up and work and maybe lightly chat with co-workers. When I interviewed the lady said the co-workers kind of just get along well and we work on the same floor as the government people.
I'm just hoping this job opens doors for me.
Though I'm mostly excited for a cubicle and to be able to sit down and know that my weekends are free.
Helping people become Americans is kind of a cherry on top.
Good for you. Being a govt contractor opened doors for me. I hope it does the same for you.
do you have any contractor tips to pass on? You can PM them or leave 'em here in [chat].
I want to work this job for at least a year while studying for my GRE so I can go get my Master's. I wanted some office work experience under my belt before tackling grad school.
Keep good records and update your resume immediately, not in a negative way, just that you will get asked to do a wide variety of things, so it is important that every time you do something new that you add it to your resume. You'll be surprised how quickly it fills out.
"Hey Jan while your free for a moment can you update this budget spreadsheet real quick?"
"sure thing"
And it goes onto the resume as: managed budget and expenses for x project.
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ThomamelasOnly one man can kill this many Russians. Bring his guitar to me! Registered Userregular
Like if I wanted to do a duress code and not get my people killed, I would just tell them to hold the door open for like 45 seconds. That would trigger a door held alarm and not lead to the shooting bits.
does this job seem doable and i'm just freaking out thinking it'll be too hard for no reason or should I begin to prepare to get fired:
Job Title: General Office Worker (GOW)
Job Purpose: The GOW supports CIS Adjudications functions by providing clerical and administrative support in the processing of N-400 (Application for Naturalization) and I-485 (Application to Register as a Permanent Resident or Adjust Status).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Day to day functions):
General Office Workers provide support for the processing of other forms and applications used in the adjudication process.
GOWs perform all clerical tasks related to preparing for and conducting Naturalization ceremonies, including the preparation and distribution of Naturalization certificates and the retrieval of documentation from applicants.
GOWs contact applicants to schedule dates and times of interviews and naturalization ceremonies.
They file copies of naturalization certificates and notices in the appropriate alien file.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
Minimum Experience, Education and Licensure:
High School Diploma or equivalent
U.S. Citizenship
Should have at least one year’s work experience preferably in an administrative or customer service field. The GOW must be computer literate, be able to enter data at a reasonable rate, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Must qualify for a USCIS security clearance.
Computer skills required: Computer literate, data entry skills required
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others
Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals
Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements
Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times
Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal
communications
Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The GOW must also be able to conduct repetitive body movements, push, reach, stoop and/ or bend and lift up to 45 pounds repetitively at times.
Work Environment:
This position is performed in a traditional office environment.
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this is actually the job I start on the 6th. I was just hoping it seemed easy and would be a good first foray into office work.
Is this a GS position or a contractor position?
This is a company that works for the government. So...contractor?
Yes contractor. It's an important distinction. For now don't worry, as long as you don't muck about in govie office politics you will be fine.
What, you mean like gossip and shit? Am I supposed to worry when I get dragged into that?
don't be dragged into it. It doesn't matter how righteous and just the cause, if there is a problem, and a contractor is involved, you will be replaced because the government people can't be so easily.
very much this. From being a contractor elsewhere (not govmt) I would add:
You must be able to accept with good grace that you are a 2nd class citizen (at best) at the workplace. This means being ok with being patronized, talked down to, mansplained (regardless of your gender) etc... every day. If you let on that this treatment bothers you then you are easy to replace.
You must be able to accept that workplace norms and acceptable behavior are different for you than non contractors doing the exact same job. Never assume that because someone else can do something that you can as well. Do not show any dissatisfaction with unfairness.
In general keep your head down and do your job. This can work to your advantage since with the above comes (usually) lower expectations and a certain immunity to office politics so long as you don't get involved.
Here the contractors get the same color badges as the janitors and cafeteria workers.
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zepherinRussian warship, go fuck yourselfRegistered Userregular
Like if I wanted to do a duress code and not get my people killed, I would just tell them to hold the door open for like 45 seconds. That would trigger a door held alarm and not lead to the shooting bits.
I would be suspicious of anyone just holding open the door for 45 seconds, just chilling, not going inside or anything.
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I didn't realize we went to the same courting school
a week ago i was complaining to Beast how I haven't been able to take a legitimate sick day all year because I am germ teflon and immune to illness
now I am suffering from a cold relapse and my damn race is two days away and I'm SO MAD
NNID: Hakkekage
I...kind of just plan to show up and work and maybe lightly chat with co-workers. When I interviewed the lady said the co-workers kind of just get along well and we work on the same floor as the government people.
I'm just hoping this job opens doors for me.
Though I'm mostly excited for a cubicle and to be able to sit down and know that my weekends are free.
Helping people become Americans is kind of a cherry on top.
tempting fate hakks
tempting fake
well at least in your case we already know it's not the master race so don't get too sad
(feel better)
Oh. So if someone starts talking shit just be like "Okay." and keep it to myself kind of thing?
I won't be able to meet you this Sunday. My plans of meeting you, going to the Puerto Rican festival and getting some nookie all got dashed by the evil hell that is retail.
Drink OJ and run like the wind~
Always carry two pens.
One for writing
One for stabbing coworkers.
Just don't get the two pens mixed up
I'm a gossip black hole
I love hearing about it but I never share it
I just
gather
making typos
this is why you dont half assedly post while eating dinner and watching TV
the quality suffers
but you're starting a new job in a week...
call in sick, do your things, get SARS from SARS, and learn a lesson about faking sick days.
i have a really hard time doing this because I am stupid and gregarious but the best thing you can do in any office setting is SHUT THE FUCK UP
For example, a horrible scenario: If someone is telling you why you're the worst person in the world and you fucked this up and you fucked that up and you have less moral integrity than a worm, SHUT THE FUCK UP
Don't AGREE with them, just say "I'm surprised to hear you say that. I'm sorry you were disappointed. Can I have some time to process?"
The second best thing you can do is immediately document that motherfucker in an email to yourself, all the details, and when you HAVE had time to process and figure out who you're going to go to about it, you can pull that baby out as proof that "I'm not making it up weeks after the fact, see this timestamp, I was very upset and needed some time to understand it but these are the facts"
NNID: Hakkekage
nuuuu
I drank 2 bottles of gatorade
I have so much pee in me
NNID: Hakkekage
Oh okay.
I guess option B is become mute/laconic
Do your job. Dont start shit. If someone starts shit with you, disengage that part of your brain that takes it personally.
Okie dokie. o.o I'll do my best to do that.
Duress Codes. It is possible to set up an access control system to require a badge and a PIN. If the user enters the duress code instead of the PIN then it will alert the burglar alarm* and lock the system down**. Given that duress codes are supposed to be used when their is a literal gun to your head, DO NOT USE THE DURESS CODE. That asshole is gonna shoot you.
*Some access control systems integrate with burg alarms. There are no guarantees here. Even if the duress code is set up.
**This on the other hand has a 100% chance of happening.
do you have any contractor tips to pass on? You can PM them or leave 'em here in [chat].
I want to work this job for at least a year while studying for my GRE so I can go get my Master's. I wanted some office work experience under my belt before tackling grad school.
You'll be fine. Even if the job sucks and the people suck and the pay sucks, you're building transferable skills. It's entry level. Get in, get paid, and if you aren't completely happy, get your resume out there after a year of work experience.
Wouldn't one that opened the system but also sent an alarm be better? Because I can't imagine many people being willing to die for minimum wage + 50 cents an hour or something.
QEDMF xbl: PantsB G+
Nah, I know you guys aren't trying to scare me. I DO tend to take things personally though, but not in a "WELL LET ME GET ARGUMENTATIVE" kind of way, but to go sit in a bathroom and cry and feel like a fuck up.
So I think that part I'll have a hard time on, but I plan to take notes when they train me and ask questions when I'm lost and just try to be nice.
sometimes I need to talk about important highly stressful decisions and have literally no outlet
Yes but then stuff could still be stolen. One of those is being prioritized over the other. Also it's been my general experience that people given a duress code are generally told it sets off the silent alarm. And they leave the bit about it locking down the system down.
QEDMF xbl: PantsB G+
very much this. From being a contractor elsewhere (not govmt) I would add:
You must be able to accept with good grace that you are a 2nd class citizen (at best) at the workplace. This means being ok with being patronized, talked down to, mansplained (regardless of your gender) etc... every day. If you let on that this treatment bothers you then you are easy to replace.
You must be able to accept that workplace norms and acceptable behavior are different for you than non contractors doing the exact same job. Never assume that because someone else can do something that you can as well. Do not show any dissatisfaction with unfairness.
In general keep your head down and do your job. This can work to your advantage since with the above comes (usually) lower expectations and a certain immunity to office politics so long as you don't get involved.
*points to [chat]'s 21st Century Pre-Memorial Venting Couch*
have a seat, bro.
"Hey Jan while your free for a moment can you update this budget spreadsheet real quick?"
"sure thing"
And it goes onto the resume as: managed budget and expenses for x project.
Congratulations you're ready for almost any office job.
Here the contractors get the same color badges as the janitors and cafeteria workers.