I applied through college or university. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at United States Postal Inspection Service (Los Angeles, CA) in Jun 2012
Interview
Chosen from candidate list based on qualifications. Bilingual helpful. Must be College graduate. Background checks completed. Age is a hiring factor due to 1811 law enforcement criteria for retirement. Most colleges and universities will have a recruiter at one of their career days. Federal Law Enforcement agencies regularly schedule PIO to attend with pamphlets, job information and will answer any questions from potential candidates.