Its good to apply when they say applications are open, at least you know someone will get in. But no, pretty sure the gms dont like applications without a thread for it but id have to confirm that, other staff is totally fine with it

Adding to the question, say that I apply for... ohhh.... maybe Super Moderator... Would my chances being a Super Moderator be the same as applying when applications are open for anyone to apply?

Some staff positions hold mass recruitment, most frequently probably the GMs and Market Squad. However you can apply for any position at any time.

Do you mean 'in', 'on', 'between', or 'to the left of' the game?

Do other people's opinion matter to you?

If they're capable of backing their opinions up as opposed to simply saying "I have an opinion and that means you have to consider it" as people are wont to do, yes.

Do you have any recommendations for people that would like to apply for a position.
e.g. Local mod or Uniteam

If you want to get into moderating, you're best off applying for a local mod spot to start you off. For other "industries" within the community, just start at the bottom and get experience. You need to be mature and trusted and everything else you'd expect. There's a good thread here about the different staff and what they do.

Do you sometimes wish you weren't in the position you are in?
Like you wish that you weren't mod, etc

Sometimes yes, but simply because I feel I can't handle stuff due to lack of time, or superposition with real life events. But luckily there are pretty active mods.