"I'm going to hire you as a GS-12 because you have too much learn." (I have been interviewed at bigger agencies at the GS-14 level). "You won't get a top secret clearance like I do, b/c I get to go to the meetings at the White House and attend calls with embassies." "I’m curious about your naturalization process and how it’s impacted your job search. When did the process start for you? And how long did it take for you to then get your work authorizations and green card?" "First year of the job is probationary, and anything can happen during that time."
