Another Job Related Thread

[Jamie-o]

If I have any hope of saving up enough money for surgery in this decade, it looks as if I'm going to have to get a second job.  Unfortunately, my state requires surgery before you can change the gender on your driver's license,  so going 100% stealth is not going to be an option.  So, how and when would you recommend broaching the subject with a prospective employer?  During the interview?  After the job offer?  While doing a song and dance number in the front lobby?  (O.K.  The last option probably isn't the best choice, but I had to follow the rule of three.  )

[myles]

My initial reaction would be after the job offer while you are meeting with HR. Hoping someone else will chime in here.
Myles

[Ender]

I'd rather disclose after the job offer (if I have to--really depends if I can get my markers changed by then).  However, if they run a background check after the interview, but before giving the offer, it may be best to explain things (incongruent markers) first...

I guess it depends on how the particular company conducts hiring.  I don't really know what the 'standard protocol' is for hiring, regarding background checks (when they do it, how in-depth they go, whether name changes or gender marker are revealed).  Don't suppose anyone here worked in hiring or HR at some point, who could shed some light on things?

[LordKAT]

If your name is legally changed, I see no reason to explain further until a job is offered. The SS no match letter can be enough to eliminate you from the hiring pile. You may want to see how the interview goes before actually deciding however.

[Terra]

If your name is legally changed, I see no reason to explain further until a job is offered. The SS no match letter can be enough to eliminate you from the hiring pile. You may want to see how the interview goes before actually deciding however.

I agree, I do think though that as long as you don't make a big production of it it might be safe to discuss it if you feel ok around the interviewer. Bosses don't like drama or complications, so if you play the issue to a low key they might just shrug their shoulders. Making them think about bathrooms or about the issue to much tends to scare them in my experience.

[SarahFaceDoom]

I usually don't bring it up unless asked.  I don't know whether that helps or hurts though.  I usually am too busy going over my qualifications.  I just don't consider it newsworthy in an interview.  But if asked about it, I'm fine discussing it, so long as the questions remain professional.