Online Application status PASSED PRE SCREENING

[Sunshinemolly45]

Hello , a couple of weeks ago I applied for Transit Customer Service Specialist I & II three weeks after I applied my status in my application stated that I passed the pre screening I just wanted to know does that mean any thing I’ve seen old post in regards to “passed pre screening “ but they are a couple years old so I wanted a more clearer definition of what that status means for me is it merely just a status change in the application process or does hold significance?

[Denise]

We are in the same boat, i have applied for all different things  this year last year ect ,I do have a good amount that say passed the prescreening as well but since there nothing.  It's like waiting game to maybe be called(kinda like a waiting list almost) I'm really not sure what the next step is, I just keep checking everyday and hope they contact me through my email or a phone call. Thers are millons people like us and really no way to contact them to ask about your appliction so I'm guessing  for now we all just wait and keep applying.

 

 

There might be something else I'm missing as since we are in the same boat on what the next step is but here to something happending soon!!!

[Sunshinemolly45]

It’s kind of confusing granted I know it’s a city agency and they do take a while to give a response  I don’t know if I should feel excited or not because I’ve seen post that say that means you’re basically in but I’ve also seen people say that status doesn’t matter ?

[Denise]

I do understand what you are saying, I have the same questions as you.  I guess every spot is different  in when they start calling people. I check this board everyday looking for your answers as well to see maybe I missed something. 

  I know down the page before you hit apply there something written down "In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include, but is not limited to a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance.  Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination, and safety sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required." 

 

So I guess even if we pass the prescreening doesn't mean we all will get called.  I would keep checking everyday and applying to difffernt  things to make that change highter than what it is now . I wish I knew myself because waiting and waiting really sucks!!!

 

 

 

[CrazyD]

It also depends on demand and requirements for the job you have applied for I believe. I know somebody who took the bus op. Exam in 2013 and passed. No phone calls for her to come work yet. Huge waiting list and luck of the draw for jobs mostly everybody can do. The jobs in which not everybody is able to do due to lack of education or skills, will be more likely to attain I believe and much shorter waiting list. MTA is definitely one of the most desirable jobs in the NYC metro area and probably state due to the awesome benefits, union, and pay so everybody is dying for a chance to get in. I guarantee it's no dream job, but it will definitely give you a good sustainable life whether you live in westchester county, NYC, or putnam and dutchess counties. 

[Denise]

Thank you for that information!!!!