Department of Justice

I was a 1/19 applicant, tested in 2/19, interviewed in 7/19. So 6 months seems to be a pretty accurate timeline.

Also, has anyone been notified lately if their interim clearance was approved?

Good luck everyone!!!

Same here. I’ve not heard anything more than you have at this point. 8/18 applicant. I just know I was referred.

Same here. I interviewed in March and was told May 1 that I was recommended. I emailed last week and they apologized for the day, saying they are still waiting for OPM. I must say I am super impressed with how quickly they respond to emails-within minutes. I do have faith that as soon as they get all the certifications we will get our disclosure packets. But yes it’s such a test of patience!

The waiting sucks. I know. But I suggest you move on with living your lives. Don't pass up on something waiting to hear from HQ/HR. You can't put your lives and everything on hold. So please, for your own sanity, don't dwell on it too much. If opportunities come along, take them. Nothing says you can't take this job just because you accepted another one or a promotion. I know its stressful and you want answers so you can make decisions. But this is a very slow process. Slower than most others. I wish I could tell you why but I can't (a lot, not everything, has to do with OPM). I wish I could tell you when HQ/HR will contact you all for the next step in the process. I can't. All I can tell you is that in the end the wait will be worth it (in my opinion). Try not to stress and worry over it and live your lives. Stressing over the wait won't make it go any faster and only cause you more stress and anxiety. Hopefully you'll hear something sooner rather than later. Wishing you all good luck.

Although I appreciate and understand your candor, it's not as easy as just trying to relax and not over concentrate on a single career opportunity. When you live in a semi-small, liberal town in Montana, things are a bit more complicated and easily reductive. Especially when the job market is extremely competitive and the standard of living is far higher than the average income. I'm not one to complain, only stating a brutal fact. Fly-fishing camping, and hiking definitely help take the focus off, however. Bow season is right around the corner too...

DIs do get credentials.

OT depends on the office you work in. Hard to guess how much OT in any particular office as there are many variables. The cases dictate the amount of OT you work.

DIs get all the federal holidays off. In my time on the job I can't recall working any holiday. I'm sure it has happened to some DIs but if it has it was an extremely rare situation. DIs usually work M - F "9 to 5" with weekends and holidays off.