Conditions of Employment You must serve initially under a temporary appointment not limited to 60 days or less. After successfully performing on such a temporary appointment, the Federal agency may convert you to a permanent position. Conditions of Qualifications You must meet all qualification requirements for any position to which you are appointed. This could include the requirement to achieve a passing score on a written test. How to Apply You should contact the Federal agency personnel office where you are interested in working to find out about opportunities.
Agencies recruit candidates and make appointments directly.
For a list of local agency personnel offices or information about the civil service employment system, you may contact one of OPM's Federal Employment Information Centers.