I have been offered a government job that requires me to get a clearance. I filed bankrucpty can I still get a clearance
2007-10-26 10:03:27 · 7 answers · asked by alisha_seville 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Government & Non-Profit
Probably not the answer you are looking for, but truthfully, it depends. It will depend on how long ago you filed bankruptcy and likely the details of it, as well as what level of clearance you will need, where you will work, what you will be doing, etc. Best thing to do would be to talk to the background investigator (they will be asking you about it anyway after you fill out your investigation form anyway). Be honest with them (if you aren't, they will find out, and then it definitely wouldn't be good); if you have any questions, ask them...that's one of the things the HR people and background investigators are there for. Plus, they are the ones who will know the answers with respect to the job specific variables above. Good luck, and congrats on the offer!
2007-10-27 16:03:07 · answer #1 · answered by qh_ponygirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The type of clearance you need will vary. Most gov't employees now have to undergo a background check. It is extremely important that you completely answer all questions honestly, or to the best of your knowledge. But don't try to fill in gaps if you don't know the answer.
Failure to pass even a simple background check is grounds for dismissal - with no severance pay in gov't jobs. So don't spend that paycheck before you get it.
Not all gov't jobs live up to their hype - get through all the training before you commit yourself based on this new job. It's a hard call to make, but sometimes things just don't work out.
Good luck
2007-10-27 03:42:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A bankruptcy is actually more in your favor than against you. There are no "hooks" that could be used to entice you to do wrong. Money is a leverage that is often used to get someone to do something wrong based on the idea that if you don't co-operate then we will expose you. If there is nothing to expose, then there is nothing in that respect to intimidate you with. That said, as others have said, be very up front and honest with any interviewer. It is in your best interest.
2007-10-27 16:10:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on what the clearance is for. it could be a problem.
2007-10-27 11:38:56 · answer #4 · answered by CCC 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do they know you filed a bankruptcy. Then, they know about it and probably feel this isn't a problem. However, if you did not mention it ,it just might be a problem.
2007-10-26 10:20:33 · answer #5 · answered by TedEx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it depents on how long ago you filed bankrucpty.
2007-10-26 10:07:55 · answer #6 · answered by Lonnie P 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can. that should be no problem unless it is for the INS. or now know as homeland sec.
2007-10-26 10:09:41 · answer #7 · answered by cowboy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋