I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at FEMA in Jul 2012
Interview
The HR person called to set up an interview. I went to the interview, was interviewed by one of the supervisors. It wasn't grueling but he asked the typical questions such as, tell me about yourself and your experience. I have heard that new employees are interviewed by a group panel.
Standard government questions. Have several stories that can be tailored to different "tell me about a time" questions. Have good clarifying questions to show you are familiar with the role. Interview process overall was smooth.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time you consider a personal failure.
Received a call on a friday for an interview the next wednesday and then 24 hours before the interview I received an assignment to complete. 8 question interview with panel.
Standard IC0089: n this position, you will be analyzing critical infrastructure sectors, identifies potential federal disaster support requirements, and works with various stakeholders to develop potential course of actions. Coordinating with regional and national stakeholders to analyze the disaster supply chain. Assisting in the development of disaster logistics plans and concept of resource support.
