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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’m also 54 and I’ve been applying for the past 10 months with no luck. But I’ve been very picky and only applying to jobs that look better than the one I have now, which is pretty hard to beat. But I’ve been in this role for ten years now and I’m ready for something new. For me (and many old timers), the  challenge is finding a high enough grade that doesn’t require taking a pay cut, but also doesn’t require prior federal experience. Such jobs exist but they are few and far between. Someone on this board advised me that the average timeline to land a job is 18 months - but many give up before then, as I’m often tempted to do. Then I screw up my resolve and keep trying. I set a bunch of searches so that makes it easier to filter and feels more purposeful. I’m prepared to lose flexibility and vacation time. But I’ll trade those for the mission, challenge, security, growth potential, and benefits.

I’ve applied to 25 jobs and had one interview and 15 referrals in 10 months. Of the non referrals, 3 went to veterans, 2 were cancelled, 3 gave no explanation, and 2 are still pending. Still waiting on those referrals but I’m not holding my breath. I think my resume is good enough for HR, but not for the hiring manager. It’s a work in progress.

Good luck![/quote]

Wait are you only applying to SES or GS15?  What salary are you trying to match?

If it’s easier to soothe your ego, the pension is worth about $30k.

If your current job is stable and great why are you leaving?  Most people put a premium on the stability and lack of ageism; which is likely worth $100k if you expect to be cut at 56. [/quote]

I’m trying to match $100k so I’m looking at GS13+ but I’d take a GS12. I haven’t had a raise or performance review in 5 years. There’s no room for growth and I feel like I’m already retiring in place.[/quote]

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