Human Resources
REE Employment Opportunities (Jobs)
How to Apply
For additional information contact: ARS Careers
Forms
- OF-306 - Download a copy of the Declaration for Federal Employment
- OF-612 - Download a copy of the Optional Application for Federal Employment [PDF fillable form]
How to Apply
In most cases, a resume, an Optional Form 612, or any other written application format you choose will be acceptable in applying for a position in the REE agencies (unless, of course, a required format is specified in the vacancy announcement). Regardless of the format you use, it is essential that your application include the following information:
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Personal Information: |
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Education: |
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Work Experience: |
Note: Please prepare a separate entry for each job held.
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Other Job Related Qualifications: |
Note: List only data pertinent to the job for which you are applying. |
If you are currently a Federal employee, you will also need to submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal along with the other application materials.
It is important that you carefully read the vacancy announcement and provide all the documents specified. For example, if the announcement lists knowledge, skills, or abilities (KSA's) that are important to the job and asks you to address each KSA separately, it is crucial that you do so. Failing to provide this more specific, detailed information could seriously jeopardize your chances of successfully competing for the job.
Special Terms Used in Vacancy Announcements
The following terms, used frequently in Federal vacancy announcements, may be new to you:
Displaced Employee - A current Federal employee who has received a separation notice.
KSA's - Knowledge, skill and/or ability required in order to perform the requirements of the position. General term frequently used when referring to Qualifications, Selective Placement Factors or Quality Ranking Factors (these terms are defined below).
Local Commuting Area - Geographic area that usually constitutes the area for employment purposes. It includes any population center (or two or more neighboring ones) and the surrounding localities in which people live and can reasonably be expected to travel back and forth daily to their usual employment.
Non-Status Candidate - An individual who has never been employed by the Federal Government, who has never held a permanent position in the competitive service, or who is no longer eligible for reinstatement.
Optional Form 306 (OF-306) - A standard form which you will need to complete when you are selected for a Federal job. This form is used to determine your acceptability for Federal employment and your enrollment status in the Government's Life Insurance Program.
Optional Form 612 (OF-612) - A standard form which may be used in applying for a Federal job.
Qualifications - Education, training, experience or other requirements necessary for an applicant for employment to be able to perform satisfactorily in a particular position or occupational series.
Quality Ranking Factor - Description of a knowledge, skill or ability that would significantly enhance the employee's capacity to do the work, but is not essential for satisfactory performance.
Selective Placement Factor - Description of a specific knowledge, skill, or ability that is absolutely required or essential for successful job performance. Selective placement factors are part of the minimum requirements for the position. You must address selective placement factors.
SF-171 - A form used to apply for Federal employment; while use of this form was once mandatory, it is now optional.
Special Hiring Authorities - Special opportunities extended to veterans, persons with disabilities, and former Peace Corps or Vista volunteers. Special authorities may be used (at the hiring agency's discretion) in filling specific positions. Applicants who fall into one of these categories should make their status known when applying for a Federal job.
Status Candidate (or Employee) - One who is currently employed or was previously employed on a permanent, competitive appointment in the Federal government.
Veterans' Preference - Special consideration offered to veterans who served during times of war or national emergency or who suffered hardship or disability as a result of such service. Applicants with military service should submit a copy of their DD-214 with their application.
Last Updated: 01/23/2006