I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at US Census Bureau (Los Angeles, CA) in Mar 2009
Interview
I applied online and called to the phone posted @ the U.S. census jobs website and was dirrected to complete an assesment at a local library. I took the assesment and was given my score by a hiring manager, she told me someone should call me within two weeks to discuss further employment.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at US Census Bureau (Booneville, MS)
Interview
Interview process was simple. It was a phone interview consisting of very simple questions. You have to go to a designated place then to take a test that is just common sense and very simple. You then have to go through training that you are paid for. The people were very friendly, courteous and informative.
I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at US Census Bureau (San Francisco, CA)
Interview
No interview needed! You just need to take an exam (which they provide practice ones for) and do well enough for them to call you back.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
There was no interview, just an exam to pass. Soo, for those who dread interviews, work for the census the next time it rolls around! The most difficult questions will come from the people whose doors you have to knock on.
I applied through a staffing agency. I interviewed at US Census Bureau (Ishpeming, MI) in Feb 2010
Interview
No direct interviews. You take a test with simple questions phrased as "what would you do in this situation?", etc. A practice test was provided on the Census Bureau's website. If you score high enough on the test, then you receive a call and they just ask you if you're interested and then you've got the job.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The only questions that were asked were the ones on the competency test, and they're not difficult at all, especially if you do the practice test online.
