How do I tell my supervisor about this?

[bigpopparob2000]

Several years ago, I applied to be come a criminal investigator for the Federal government. The hiring process takes really long, and in that time, I finished graduate school and got a job in a corporate office, intending to leave if and when this job offer came up.

Almost an hour ago, a special investigator called me and set up an appointment to come to my work. He needs to verify my employment information with my supervisor. Now, I've had my share of awkward moments, but this is worse than that time I locked myself in the women's restroom.

“Good morning, Boss. By the way, don’t get too attached to me because I may be handing in a letter of resignation in the near or not too distant future. You see, I never intended to stay here long term because I applied for a really incredible Jack Bauer-type job years ago, and I needed to kill time until I actually got the offer. I’d appreciate it if you wouldn’t replace and fire me ASAP.”

Not that I would use those words verbatim, but I feel like regardless of what I say, that's the ultimate impression I'll leave. Have any of you ever had to alert your supervisor that you were actively seeking employment elsewhere? Is there any considerate way to broach the subject?

[bushido_man96]

Any way you look at this, it is just going to be awkward. I would just come out with it, and tell him the truth. If he feels it is necessary to replace you, then so be it. Hopefully, you end up with this other job, anyways.

In the end, it has to be about what is best for you in the long run. After all, you were looking for a job when you found that one, right?