This chart is representative of the usual hiring process.
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Description of the "Patent Examiner Hiring Process (10-week timeline)" is below. After the Job Opportunity announcement (JOA) closes on USAJOBS.gov, the 10-week timeline begins as follows:
- Week 1-2 : HR Reviews applications for qualifications (2 weeks)
- Weeks 3 - 8: Hiring officials review applications, conduct interviews, and make selections (4-6 weeks)
- After Week 8, USAJOBS sends a status update: "Selected" or "Not Selected"
- Weeks 9-10: HR extends job offers (1-2 weeks)