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Back in August/September I took a test for a CPS position. Last month I got a letter back indicating I was to be interviewed on May 18th for the position. I showed up along with 20 other people to the "hiring pool" and we were immediately told that they had just filled the vacancies with the hiring pool from the day before. They told us to be patient and that they may ask us back again within a month or so.
Is there anyone who would be familiar with this process or this deparment? And if so, were they just saying that to prevent a mob scenario or was there truth to what they said?
I'm unable to, and even if I could they wouldn't know as of yet since this just happened a few days ago. What I want to know is from people who've worked for the city or know someone that does, if they've seen this type of thing play out and how often do they follow up.
I'm familiar with the job...what would you specifically like to know?
Generally CPS goes through regular hiring cycles due to high turnover rates.
Thanks, I'll reiterate the scenario real quick....I went to a hiring pool and they told us they couldn't interview us because they had filled the positions from the pool the day prior. They tried to assure us that more than likely they would call us back. What I want to know is if what they said bogus? Is there likelihood that they would call us back in a month, is their turnover rate that high? And if so, would it be in a month or more? I know the process can be tedious.
Thanks, I'll reiterate the scenario real quick....I went to a hiring pool and they told us they couldn't interview us because they had filled the positions from the pool the day prior. They tried to assure us that more than likely they would call us back. What I want to know is if what they said bogus? Is there likelihood that they would call us back in a month, is their turnover rate that high? And if so, would it be in a month or more? I know the process can be tedious.
You will probably get a call back. How soon is anybody's guess given the budget contraints, and the fact that less people are quitting than normal due to the current job market. However, it is a job that is almost always hiring. And given the recent tragedy they very well may boost up recruiting to put more people in the field.
Now when I talk about turnover...I'm refering to people who are fully accredited CPS workers...the job has ALOT of burn out..usually somewhere in the average of 2-3 years-- around 50% quit. Perhaps more. And yes, the hiring process is very tedious.
You will probably get a call back. How soon is anybody's guess given the budget contraints, and the fact that less people are quitting than normal due to the current job market. However, it is a job that is almost always hiring. And given the recent tragedy they very well may boost up recruiting to put more people in the field.
Now when I talk about turnover...I'm refering to people who are fully accredited CPS workers...the job has ALOT of burn out..usually somewhere in the average of 2-3 years-- around 50% quit. Perhaps more. And yes, the hiring process is very tedious.
Understood, I really appreciate the info. I have heard the same, with regards to the turnover, someone I know works for them and she tells me they badly need people. She also told me since I am going to grad school part time this fall, it will help me in the long run as far as being able to work for another city department. Though I know the job is not easy I do look forward to getting the call back, I need more experience in the social science field.
Understood, I really appreciate the info. I have heard the same, with regards to the turnover, someone I know works for them and she tells me they badly need people. She also told me since I am going to grad school part time this fall, it will help me in the long run as far as being able to work for another city department. Though I know the job is not easy I do look forward to getting the call back, I need more experience in the social science field.
Yeah a grad degree will help you to move up coupled with some experience. I'd recommend a MPA due to it's flexibility within city agencies. The job is interesting to say the least, and the money isn't bad either.
I hope so, I'll be attending Milano the New School. It will be in Urban Policy, I hope to focus on either economic or community development. Not to digress but what is it you do exactly?
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