Ask HN: I'm one of many furloughed is anybody hiring federal employees?

10 points·tdhz77··3 comments

Considering the fact that a government shutdown is always possible and that unless the government is going to collapse, you’ll get back-pay once it starts up again.. why are you posting this and not just looking for a job the usual way without qualifying yourself as a victim of the shutdown?

I have sympathy for those affected by the shutdown, especially those living paycheck to paycheck, but I also feel that it is irrelevant when looking for a job.

It's possible for them not to get back pay, even though so far they always get paid. It's worth noting, however, that government contractors sometimes don't get back pay after being furloughed due to a government shutdown.

I agree, however, that it's a bad idea to bring up one's personal financial problems when looking for a job. I think there's a greater chance than not that employers likely to respond will try to take advantage of OP's desperation.

The short answer is, yes. Many people are hiring many employees. But this is a rather empty cry for help. What do you do for the federal government? What would you like to do in your career? Do you have a resume or even better a portfolio? Give us more information! If you need help, you can reach me at my username at gmail and I would be glad to help you out a bit.

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