Civil Svc/ Statboard - Typical Timeline for making a Hiring Decision

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Very fast for the initial phase. They filter people OUT really fast.

Sorry I meant after the final interview. I got through to the final interview, wondering what happens next.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Went for an interview with govt body 2 weeks ago. During the interview, the panel was quite positive about me. They acknowledged that I have the relevant skills for the job, although I only have 6 months experience. I explained why I had resigned from my previous job (toxic environment and not conducive for me to learn) which they also seemed to acknowledge. A few days after my interview, HR called me up and requested for a referral/recommendation letter from my past employer which I gave. Is this the norm? So far when I’ve gone for previous interviews, I was never asked for a referral letter and got the rejection email within 2 weeks.

You see, this can go many ways.
-They have taken into consideration your complaints you have for your last employment. (So, the letter you are going to submit better gel with what you've said) - the irony.
-Since you are of the view that the panel is quite positive about you, you continued to receive a call from the HR, then just pray.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Sorry I meant after the final interview. I got through to the final interview, wondering what happens next.

OH! CONGRATZ. What happens next. Have you been scheduled for medical? Medical comes before any further discussion. Logic is what for discussing the contract should you even not be fit medically.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Went for an interview with govt body 2 weeks ago. During the interview, the panel was quite positive about me. They acknowledged that I have the relevant skills for the job, although I only have 6 months experience. I explained why I had resigned from my previous job (toxic environment and not conducive for me to learn) which they also seemed to acknowledge. A few days after my interview, HR called me up and requested for a referral/recommendation letter from my past employer which I gave. Is this the norm? So far when I’ve gone for previous interviews, I was never asked for a referral letter and got the rejection email within 2 weeks.

stay positive, since they asked for referral, they will most likely use it as a support for their report

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Further, can try SCDF direct entry. Errr, 100% no smoking. Their range is 3.5k-4.5k. Males got NS allowance also.

This salary range sound like high possibility of 24 hours standby, shift work, overtime, burn family time. SPF also like that. My friend in SPF super passionate but this is the reality. Where else give u this kind of money and C grade more than 2 months bonus. Only uniform.

When they 2 days shift, 2 days off, can go moonlight somemore take home a bucket of gold.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

stay positive, since they asked for referral, they will most likely use it as a support for their report

Agreed. Two things are increasingly giving candidates an edge now. Solid referral / testimonial and portfolio. Give it a couple of days more, some companies may actually call the referral to find out if it's a "blank cheque"

Hang in there a couple of days, its looking positive.

Anyone applied for Singapore prison service civilian position or has any idea how the hiring process is like? Went interview around mid Feb till date still pending approval.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Anyone applied for Singapore prison service civilian position or has any idea how the hiring process is like? Went interview around mid Feb till date still pending approval.

it took about 2 months after the interview before HR proceed to do clearance for me

Originally Posted by Unregistered

it took about 2 months after the interview before HR proceed to do clearance for me

Meaning you received a verbal offer after the interview?

Thanks for the info !

Went to interview last thursday and after that HR called to ask for Date of Birth, does that mean i stand a chance? how does hiring process work, why would they want my DOB afterwards? Thanks

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