moodyskydiver 0 #1 October 3, 2002 ...from the Sheriff's Dept today. My application for employment went under final review and it was denied. I dont get the job. So much for my hopes of getting out of debt and buying gear. Now I really hope I can afford to stay in the sport. WTF do I need a Criminal Justice degree for now?I give up! "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
f1freak 0 #2 October 3, 2002 Sorry to hear that, did they give you a reason????HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #3 October 3, 2002 That just sucks. If they made you a conditional job offer and you met the conditions, they have to hire you if the position is open, and before they offer it to someone else. Bummer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #4 October 3, 2002 ??? Did they say why? Having tried to get on with a couple law enforcement agencies when I was younger, I know how you feel... sucks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #5 October 3, 2002 Nope. They said part of my application didnt fit their criteria due to some technicalities. They arent allowing me to finish the testing process. I was basically told "Thanks for applying, but sorry..." I dont know how I'm gonna afford to pay my bills and stay in the sport. I might just have to give up skydiving. "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #6 October 3, 2002 I'd normally advize you to get a labor attorney and let 'em have it, but getting a job that way means having the job will suck. I'm really sorry, thinking you've got a great job and then not getting it is one of the worst feelings there is. I've had that twice in the last year. Pack. I think packing would be a great part time job, and the guys would way rather watch and girl wrestle with their canopy than AggieDave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
f1freak 0 #7 October 3, 2002 Keep your head up... I know It dosent seem like it but everything happens for a reason, hang in there...HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #8 October 3, 2002 Sorry to hear this Amber. You'll figure out a way to stay in the sport, I know you will... Deuce, and you said if I wore the thong to pack people would like it...--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zennie 0 #9 October 3, 2002 Oh man I'm sorry! When I got out of law school, the job market for attorneys sucked. I sent out over 350 letters to every law firm I could think of. I got 350 rejections. I'm not a huge Garth Brooks fan, but he has a really good song called "Unanswered Prayers"... Sometimes I thank God for unanswered prayers Remember when you're talkin' to the man upstairs That just because he doesn't answer doesn't mean He don't care Some of God's greatest gifts are unanswered prayers Keep plugging. You'll get there. - Z "Always be yourself... unless you suck." - Joss Whedon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #10 October 3, 2002 Technicalities? Hmmm... You might ask them what exactly so you can fix whatever is a problem for them. Anyway, don't give up on jumping. You've made it this far and a few months ago you weren't sure you could. You'll figure out a way to keep yourself in the air. Hell, if AggieDave did it, so can you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #11 October 3, 2002 Yeah, I know the song, Zennie. But I gave up on paryer a long time ago. "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zennie 0 #12 October 3, 2002 So did I. I don't know if there's a God to pray to. *shrug* But the point is still well taken. - Z "Always be yourself... unless you suck." - Joss Whedon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jraf 0 #13 October 3, 2002 Yo, heads up. There are a trillion other jobs. Close to that one: National Park Ranger - it is still law enforcement, yet you are out in the nature with the critters. Whatcha think of that?jraf Me Jungleman! Me have large Babalui. Muff #3275 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zennie 0 #14 October 3, 2002 Hey I like that. Let's all get Amber to be the guard at El Cap! - Z "Always be yourself... unless you suck." - Joss Whedon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiverchick 0 #15 October 3, 2002 I'm sorry But remember everything happens for a reason...You could always start stripping to keep yourself in the air Mother Hen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #16 October 3, 2002 That blows!!! I'm not sure which is worse. Just getting told NO up front or being like me....Yes we will give you an acadamy slot just as soon as that paperwork gets here. I have been hearing the SAME crap for over 7 months now. Oh well.....you'll find something. Just go do some packing to buy jump tickets until you find that perfect job. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #17 October 3, 2002 QuoteSorry to hear this Amber. You'll figure out a way to stay in the sport, I know you will... Deuce, and you said if I wore the thong to pack people would like it... I'm picturing pushing a piece of stretched dental floss down into a Hostess Coconut Snoball. This is a serious thread D-man, knock it off Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #18 October 3, 2002 QuoteYou could always start stripping to keep yourself in the air You've obviously never seen a pic of me have you? I'd be fired the first time I tried. "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wlie 0 #19 October 3, 2002 QuoteI might just have to give up skydiving. Are you nuts?!My other ride is the relative wind. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #20 October 3, 2002 No, I'm broke! "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jraf 0 #21 October 3, 2002 Well how about working manifest at the DZ. Or at the food concession. Or as a TA at your college. Or at your local book store. Or as a researcher at a law firm.jraf Me Jungleman! Me have large Babalui. Muff #3275 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #22 October 3, 2002 QuoteThis is a serious thread D-man, knock it off Do with this post as you will. I don't care if its funny or serious. I just wanted to let everyone know what was going on since they've all been so supportive. Thanks guys. I think I'm gonna go crawl in bed for a while. "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #23 October 3, 2002 The law enforcment agencies out here in Nor Cal have been activeley pursuing people to work in their agencies. I believe there is a pretty big shortage of bodies to fill the needs of the police departments out here. Relocation is an option if that is the career you really want to pursue. I happen to have many friends here at the local police departments. Some officers have been my students. So well that is an option... Sorry about the not getting this job though. Don't let it bother you too much. You gotta get back up and go kick some ass... OK?! Good Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SatchFan 0 #24 October 3, 2002 I'm sorry to hear that. I know how excited you were when you thought you got it. Do you have any back up plans? Maybe you can pack at your dz or something. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Deuce 1 #25 October 3, 2002 Amber, AggieDave packing parachutes in a thong must not be taken seriously. Down that path lies madness. And yes, California police agencies are recruiting like mad. Everybody is short on dispatchers too. It's a goofy place, but heck, we've got a Sebazz for you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
SatchFan 0 #24 October 3, 2002 I'm sorry to hear that. I know how excited you were when you thought you got it. Do you have any back up plans? Maybe you can pack at your dz or something. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #25 October 3, 2002 Amber, AggieDave packing parachutes in a thong must not be taken seriously. Down that path lies madness. And yes, California police agencies are recruiting like mad. Everybody is short on dispatchers too. It's a goofy place, but heck, we've got a Sebazz for you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
