Anybody have any experiences background checks/security clearances/references?

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

To make a long story short:  I used to work for the Defense Logistics Agency and I had a secret clearance.  I had issues with this one supervisor in my section after she gave me heat for wanting to take off for my girlfriend's son having a seizure.  There was also a minority/racial rift in that workplace that was not worth working for and I was attempting to switch at the time.  I then encountered personal legal troubles as well that resulted picking up numerous charges, but ultimately ending up with 3 misdemeanors.  Needless to say I stopped working for DLA and all of this occurred in the same week span of last May 2010.

I have had two great positions/opportunities to get back in this field...one with the Library of Congress and another with CACI.  I had just got the word that the Library of Congress was about to offer me a position and I filled out the standard Government OF-306 stating my background and such.  The Physical Security Office at their facility sent a letter giving me the opportunity to further explain my situation.  I did and after about a month of deliberating, they decided to pass.  That same day I found out about this, my girl decided to break it off...in large part in my mind for my career situation currently.

I was supposed to meet with the Government official of CACI this week and just found out this person that the hiring manager spoke to the one supervisor at DLA whom I did not have a great relationship with, and she threw me under the bus. 

I just feel like this background or situation is keeping my from getting back to doing what I do in that career field, making a lot more money, and being with my girl and her son. 

I rarely post situations like this on here, but I am just wondering if anyone else has had some stories/insight/input on coming back from a negative situation or something?

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

To make a long story short:  I used to work for the Defense Logistics Agency and I had a secret clearance.  I had issues with this one supervisor in my section after she gave me heat for wanting to take off for my girlfriend's son having a seizure.  There was also a minority/racial rift in that workplace that was not worth working for and I was attempting to switch at the time.  I then encountered personal legal troubles as well that resulted picking up numerous charges, but ultimately ending up with 3 misdemeanors.  Needless to say I stopped working for DLA and all of this occurred in the same week span of last May 2010.

I have had two great positions/opportunities to get back in this field...one with the Library of Congress and another with CACI.  I had just got the word that the Library of Congress was about to offer me a position and I filled out the standard Government OF-306 stating my background and such.  The Physical Security Office at their facility sent a letter giving me the opportunity to further explain my situation.  I did and after about a month of deliberating, they decided to pass.  That same day I found out about this, my girl decided to break it off...in large part in my mind for my career situation currently.

I was supposed to meet with the Government official of CACI this week and just found out this person that the hiring manager spoke to the one supervisor at DLA whom I did not have a great relationship with, and she threw me under the bus. 

I just feel like this background or situation is keeping my from getting back to doing what I do in that career field, making a lot more money, and being with my girl and her son. 

I rarely post situations like this on here, but I am just wondering if anyone else has had some stories/insight/input on coming back from a negative situation or something?

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

Anybody with criminal charges have input on getting past that point in the hiring process?  For federal/contractor employment?

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

Anybody with criminal charges have input on getting past that point in the hiring process?  For federal/contractor employment?

 

[jayhood23]

Those charges+trying to work in any gov't agency=not happening

 

[jayhood23]

Those charges+trying to work in any gov't agency=not happening

 

[theswoosh]

Under no circumstances should you ever lie about any charges you have on your record.

 

[theswoosh]

Under no circumstances should you ever lie about any charges you have on your record.

 

[solewoman]

Originally Posted by JayHood23

These days...Those charges+trying to work in any gov't agency=not happening

 

[solewoman]

Originally Posted by JayHood23

These days...Those charges+trying to work in any gov't agency=not happening

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

I disagree with that...you would be suprised a lot of people on my former installation had some sick charges.  Felonies, sexual predators, etc.  You name it.  I think it is more of a matter of who you know, the nature of the situation, and being blessed as well with the opportunity.  


A misdemeanor does not disqualify one from a clearance or a job, but it is mighty tough to find the right situation. Any other input from folks?

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

I disagree with that...you would be suprised a lot of people on my former installation had some sick charges.  Felonies, sexual predators, etc.  You name it.  I think it is more of a matter of who you know, the nature of the situation, and being blessed as well with the opportunity.  


A misdemeanor does not disqualify one from a clearance or a job, but it is mighty tough to find the right situation. Any other input from folks?

 

[georgehimself]

Every time you fill out that 306, it will come up. It is up to each individual hiring manager to sign off on it or not. Maybe try for a position with a lower clearance. Or you can try to talk with a manager directly and explain your situation further.

 

[georgehimself]

Every time you fill out that 306, it will come up. It is up to each individual hiring manager to sign off on it or not. Maybe try for a position with a lower clearance. Or you can try to talk with a manager directly and explain your situation further.

 

[OneNightDan]

Originally Posted by SoleWoman

Originally Posted by JayHood23

These days...Those charges+trying to work in any gov't agency=not happening

This! 
Sorry fam'... 

 

[OneNightDan]

Originally Posted by SoleWoman

Originally Posted by JayHood23

These days...Those charges+trying to work in any gov't agency=not happening

This! 
Sorry fam'... 

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

I have had two positions go down the drain this past month...but I guess it is just a matter of time.  I have a guy with GSA who is doing the most to get me in the door despite my situation, but damn...my advice to younger folks is simple:  keep that record clean at all costs.

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

I have had two positions go down the drain this past month...but I guess it is just a matter of time.  I have a guy with GSA who is doing the most to get me in the door despite my situation, but damn...my advice to younger folks is simple:  keep that record clean at all costs.

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

Finally had a firm offer to start on 8/23 in DC with Pretrial Services Agency.  Did all the paperwork and went today to get the fingerprints done.  This was just a public trust position and still got the clearance denied!

Blown out of this world....I had an interview with FEMA yesterday for a similar position, but this also requires a public trust.  Unless I know the Security Officer it appears as though I am screwed.

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

Finally had a firm offer to start on 8/23 in DC with Pretrial Services Agency.  Did all the paperwork and went today to get the fingerprints done.  This was just a public trust position and still got the clearance denied!

Blown out of this world....I had an interview with FEMA yesterday for a similar position, but this also requires a public trust.  Unless I know the Security Officer it appears as though I am screwed.

 

[prymone]

Originally Posted by JesusShuttlesworth34

Anybody with criminal charges have input on getting past that point in the hiring process?  For federal/contractor employment?

i haves criminal charges but ive had the same job since ive gotten them all

i dont wanna apply for jobs drug charges fml

what u get bumped for?

 

[prymone]

Originally Posted by JesusShuttlesworth34

Anybody with criminal charges have input on getting past that point in the hiring process?  For federal/contractor employment?

i haves criminal charges but ive had the same job since ive gotten them all

i dont wanna apply for jobs drug charges fml

what u get bumped for?

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

There is a previous post on NT somewhere with the whole story...it is honestly too much to recount.  There was a rack of charges, but when it was all said and done...I had to plead guilty to two counts of brandishing.  A misdemeanor, but still the name of the charge is rediculous and doesn't even depict what transpired.

 

[jesusshuttlesworth34]

There is a previous post on NT somewhere with the whole story...it is honestly too much to recount.  There was a rack of charges, but when it was all said and done...I had to plead guilty to two counts of brandishing.  A misdemeanor, but still the name of the charge is rediculous and doesn't even depict what transpired.

 

[nycposite]

Having a record these days isnt a joke. Im happy that im in the construction field because every other job option gets thrown out the window