Beard or no beard for new job? Discussion

We have enough of a problem getting qualified applicants that beards, tats, and piercings don't matter as long as you have the skills, certifications, and clearance.

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Originally Posted by bcr229

We have enough of a problem getting qualified applicants that beards, tats, and piercings don't matter as long as you have the skills, certifications, and clearance.

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What kind of position?

I have had a beard for two years at my job where I am a Purchasing agent. Beards can look professional if kept up with and we'll manicured

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On some level, I feel like if you have to change who you are to get a job, you're applying for the wrong job. On the other hand, jobs can be hard to come by, so I'd say that while most configurations of facial hair are fine, you probably ought to avoid multi-inch beards that some might classify as "shaggy." I think it should be evenly trimmed and not super long. Basically, try to look professional.

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Originally Posted by MonkeyShuttle

What kind of position?

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Oracle SQL/Forms/DBA. Unfortunately we're not bleeding edge and you also have to get real into the nitty gritty of government accounting algorithms (guaranteed cure for insomnia).