Originally Posted by
PerfInit
A current 2nd class is still required for entry as an 1825. No rumor of that going away. There is a work around, GS-1801 AST positions do not require medicals.
I'm not sure if that's a work-around, you'd still need to qualify for the position. It's my understanding that
after you have gained an inspector position, then you could transition to a job that doesn't require a medical. I know of several ASTs that have transitioned to inspector positions and it's my understanding they had to meet all of the inspector qualifications. There are jobs that don't require the medical and more that HR hasn't really looked at that effectively don't require a medical. Everything moves at the speed of government though. If you can keep a 2nd class for at least a little while you'd probably have a decent chance. It might limit you somewhat until HR comes around to change the requirements.