The Federal Government utilizes the Schedule A hiring authority to appoint persons with disabilities non-competitively. To be eligible for this non-competitive appointment, a person must meet the qualification criteria outlined by Schedule A 5 CFR 213.3102 (u). The person must have a severe physical, cognitive, or emotional disability; have a history of having such disability; or be perceived as having such disability. Regulations allow agencies to accept as proof of disability documentation from a licensed medical professional (e.g., a physician or other medical professional duly certified by a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory, to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.e., State or private); or any Federal agency, State agency, or an agency of the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits.
Disabled veterans may also be considered under special hiring programs for disabled veterans with disability ratings from the Department of Veterans Affairs of 30% or more. Veterans considering applying under Schedule A, must provide the proper documentation certifying eligibility for this hiring authority.
Summary
Schedule A Hiring Authority
The Federal Government utilizes the Schedule A hiring authority to appoint persons with disabilities non-competitively. To be eligible for this non-competitive appointment, a person must meet the qualification criteria outlined by Schedule A 5 CFR 213.3102 (u). The person must have a severe physical, cognitive, or emotional disability; have a history of having such disability; or be perceived as having such disability. Regulations allow agencies to accept as proof of disability documentation from a licensed medical professional (e.g., a physician or other medical professional duly certified by a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory, to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.e., State or private); or any Federal agency, State agency, or an agency of the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits.
Disabled veterans may also be considered under special hiring programs for disabled veterans with disability ratings from the Department of Veterans Affairs of 30% or more. Veterans considering applying under Schedule A, must provide the proper documentation certifying eligibility for this hiring authority.
As hiring officials for U.S. OPM prepare to fill positions using the Schedule A hiring authority, resumes maintained in this database will be reviewed for qualifications for the following types of positions:
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
Schedule A Certification (Proof of Disability from Eligible Source)
Qualifications
In order to qualify, applicants must be eligible for appointment under Schedule A. All applicants must be aware that Schedule A DOES NOT guarantee selection for employment. In order to be considered all applicants submitting their information for this file must submit applicable documents listed in the "Required Documents" section below.
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The Office of Personnel Management offers a number of exceptional benefits to most of its employees. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
To determine if you are best qualified for particular positions, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made. As hiring officials look to fill positions using Schedule A, they may be provided applicant information kept in this file based on the qualifications for the position being filled. These qualifications will be based on the position as well as the information contained in the resume provided by the applicant, verification of Schedule A eligibility and answers to the questionnaire. Finally the information provided for geographical, grade and positions preferences provided by the applicant are used as a consideration factor.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
The Office of Personnel Management offers a number of exceptional benefits to most of its employees. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
The following documents should be provided if they apply to your individual case:
Applicable college transcripts- Credit for college education claimed will only be provided if transcripts are included with application
Other Documentation which may assist in determining qualifications such as certifications
SF-50s (if applicable) showing most recent/last grade held
To submit the documents requested follow the instructions below: Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications Your document(s) can be submitted electronically using the document upload process. Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes following: Your résumé, Schedule A Certification letter and any other applicable documents as specified in the "Required Documents" section of this job announcement.
OPM Human Resources
1900 E Street NW
Room 1469
Washington, DC 20415
USA
Next steps
Once the application process is completed in its entirety, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. You will be contacted directly if you are selected for an interview by the hiring agency. Your resume will be maintained for consideration in our file for a period of six months.
Inclusion in the Schedule A file does not in itself guarantee employment nor does it make any promise other than the possible consideration based on eligibility under the Schedule A hiring authority being utilized to fill particular position.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents should be provided if they apply to your individual case:
Applicable college transcripts- Credit for college education claimed will only be provided if transcripts are included with application
Other Documentation which may assist in determining qualifications such as certifications
SF-50s (if applicable) showing most recent/last grade held
To submit the documents requested follow the instructions below: Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications Your document(s) can be submitted electronically using the document upload process. Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes following: Your résumé, Schedule A Certification letter and any other applicable documents as specified in the "Required Documents" section of this job announcement.
OPM Human Resources
1900 E Street NW
Room 1469
Washington, DC 20415
USA
Next steps
Once the application process is completed in its entirety, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. You will be contacted directly if you are selected for an interview by the hiring agency. Your resume will be maintained for consideration in our file for a period of six months.
Inclusion in the Schedule A file does not in itself guarantee employment nor does it make any promise other than the possible consideration based on eligibility under the Schedule A hiring authority being utilized to fill particular position.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
