Legal Commentary

Obama Administration Jobs: Most Intrusive Application Ever

By Jeralyn

So you're thrilled that change is coming to Washington and want to be part of it. You're willing to give up your present job -- even take a cut in pay -- just to get a top level job with the Obama Administration.

You may want to think twice. The New York Times reports that Obama's 7 page questionnaire is the most extensive and intrusive ever. You can view the 63 question form here (pdf). How many did you get through before you said, "Okaaay, that's it for me?" and put it out of your mind? [More...]

Not you? Then here's the list of jobs available, from The Plum Book, published Wednesday by the GPO. Keep in mind, though:

For those who clear all the hurdles, the reward could be the job they wanted. But first there will be more forms, for security and ethics clearances from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Office of Government Ethics.

If you're still game, go here to let Obama know and get on the list.

Full post as published by TalkLeft on November 13, 2008 (boomark / email).