Vet Pref.
Choose the applicable code for designation of a non-veteran.
a. TP
b. NV
c. CP
d. CPS
b. NV DE Handbook CH 4 Pg 4-18 and VA Handbook
A non-status appointment to a competitive position for a specific period not to exceed one year is a _______ appointment.
Temporary
T/F: Direct-hire authority permits hiring without regard to veterans’ preference or rating procedures.
True (Reference: 5 CFR 337)
T/F: Federal regulations provide that each employment practice of the Federal government generally, and of individual agencies, shall be based on a job analysis.
True (Reference: 5 CFR 300.103)
T/F: I can’t start recruitment for my vacancy until the job opens on the USAJOBS website.
False Recruitment can occur before the job opens. (Reference: DEOH, 3-A-3, Recruitment v. Public Notice)
Choose the applicable code for a 10-Point 30 Percent Compensable Disability Preference based on a service-connected disability of 30% or more:
a. XP
b. TP
c. CP
d. CPS
CPS DE Handbook CH 4 Pg 4-18 and VA Handbook
Name the three types of service that the federal government consist of:
the Competitive Service, the Excepted Service, and the Senior Executive Service.
Direct-hire authority may be initiated by:
A. OPM independently
B. Agencies by a written request from the agency
headquarters to OPM.
C. Either of the above.
C. Either of the above.
OPM independently can initiate Direct Hire Authority or agencies by a written request from the agency headquarters to OPM. (Reference: 5 CFR 337)
T/F: Each time you seek to fill a job you must prepare a new job analysis.
False: Job analysis should be updated any time there is a significant change to the position or its duties. (Reference: DEOH, 2)
T/F: Recruitment and public notice are one and the same.
False Public notice is one type of recruitment. Public notice explains to jobseekers when, where, and how to apply for a Federal job. (Reference: DEOH, 3-A-3, Recruitment v. Public Notice; 3-B-1, Introduction)
Choose the order/entitlement for each grade level/certificate under category rating a. CP/CPS Veterans in the highest category/ICTAP eligibles/Priority consideration eligibles.
b. Priority consideration eligibles/CTAP eligibles/CP/CPS Veterans in highest category.
c. ICTAP eligibles/Priortiy consideration eligibles/CP/CPS Veterans in the highest category.
c. ICTAP Eligibles/Priority consideration eligibles/CP/CPS Veterans in the highest category. DE Handbook Ch 6 PG 6-12
A list of employees within the local commuting area who have been separated from an agency due to reduction in force (RIF) or work-related injury is called what?
Reinstatement list
Reemployment Priority List (RPL)
Direct Hire list
b. Reemployment Priority List (RPL) - DE Handbook Chapter 4 Section B page 4-14
T/F: Evidence of extensive recruitment efforts and extended announcement periods may be justification for direct hire authority based on a severe shortage of candidates and a critical hiring need.
True (Reference: 5 CFR 337)
T/F: Agencies are prohibited from using more than one type of assessment instrument in evaluating a group of applicants for a position.
False Agencies may use assessment tools singly or in combination. (Reference: DEOH, 2-C, Introduction )
Is there a minimum open period for job opportunity announcements?
No. The adequacy of the open period depends upon the recruitment plan, the nature of the position(s), promotion potential, available labor market, and other considerations. However, if you open a job for less than 5 days, you must document your reasons in the case file. (Reference: DEOH, 3-B-5, Recommended Open Period; 3-B-2, Determining an Open Period for Receiving Applications)
Name the types of jobs restricted to preference eligibles:
Custodian; Elevator Operator; Messenger; Guard
What is this a definition of – A non-competitive appointment of a person formerly employed in the competitive service (i.e., who either had a competitive status or was serving probation when separated) into the competitive service as a career or career-conditional employee.
Reinstatement Eligible
Reemployment Priority List (RPL) Eligible
Direct Hire Eligible
a. Reinstatement
How many application notification touch-points are there?
Four
Agencies are not required to use the ACWA assessment tools and may use any other validated (i.e., job-related) assessment tool(s) when examining applicants for competitive service positions.
True
Name the two circumstances where the use of a cut-off date might be appropriate.
1. To manage a large number of applications over an extended period of time
2. If you have an open continuous JOA for hard-to-fill positions and an urgent need to fill a position immediately. (Reference: DEOH, 3-B, Defining the Opening Period)
You have posted a job for a professional GS-0808-11 Architect. There is an eligible and qualified CPS Veteran in the well-qualified category. Do they automatically go to the best-qualified category?
No- Preference eligible Veterans remain in their category for professional positions at the GS-9 and higher. DE Handbook CH 6 PG 6-13
Many federal agencies offer this internship program to introduce students to the agency’s work environment and help them explore possible careers in the federal government. This program is a great opportunity to get paid and gain valuable work experience while still in school. If you successfully complete the program, you may be eligible for a full-time position with the federal government after you graduate.
Pathway Internship Program
When using a direct-hire authority an agency must: a. Follow public notice requirements
b. Comply with career transition requirements (CTAP/ICTAP)
c. Determine qualification requirements for the position
d. all of the above
e. b and c only
d. all of the above
When using a direct-hire authority an agency must:
• Follow public notice requirements under 5 U.S.C. §§ 3327 and 3330;
• Comply with career transition requirements (CTAP/ICTAP) under 5 CFR part 330; and
• Determine qualification requirements for the position (5 CFR part 338). DE Handbook 2 PG 2-8
True or False: An agency can require a candidate to use the USA Jobs format to create their resume?
False: Agencies may not restrict the types of sources applicants use to create their resumes. DE Handbook Ch 4 pg 1
T/F: Employee benefits and employee assistance programs are required items in a job opportunity announcement.
False (Reference: 5 CFR 330.104)