True or False: Agencies are required to have applicants provide written essays or narratives as part of the initial application process.

The correct answer is that it is false that agencies are required to have applicants provide written essays or narratives as part of the initial application process. Generally, the initial application process is designed to be focused on applicants’ qualifications, such as their education and experience, which are typically assessed through standard forms such as resumes or application forms.

Requiring written essays or narratives is not a standard practice across all agencies and is often more specific to certain positions or specialized roles where additional narrative information could be beneficial for assessing an applicant’s suitability. As such, while some positions may include essay requirements, it is not a universal requirement applicable to all agencies during the initial application stage.