NIST assessments
NIST assessmentsApplication evidence, additional assessments and referral
Keep application claims in your own words
“Applicants must ensure that all application materials are truthful, accurate, and written in their own words.”
NIST CareersGeneral Application Tips
Describe the work you did
NIST’s application guide requires truthful material in the applicant’s own words. Describe the batch you coordinated and the work you supported.
ExampleIdentify the additional assessment
“These assessments are typically conducted after applicants are referred to the hiring official.”
NIST CareersUnderstanding Assessments in the Federal Hiring Process
Check the activity in the invitation
NIST describes the usual timing for additional assessments on some positions, beyond resume review and USA Hire. Read the instructions for the activity you receive.
ExampleCheck what the referral notice establishes
“Being referred means your application has moved forward in the process, but it does not guarantee an interview or selection.”
NIST CareersReferral and What It Means
Keep both announcement numbers straight
NIST explains that referral sends the application to the hiring official for consideration. Check which announcement the actual interview invitation names.
ExampleLast reviewed