If you are selected for a VRA and have less than 15 years of education, you must agree to participate in a training or educational program. Grade Level of Jobs That Can be Filled Agencies can use the VRA authority to fill white collar positions up through GS-11 and equivalent jobs under other pay systems. Conditions of Employment VRAs are in the excepted service. After 2 years of substantially continuous service under a VRA appointment, provided your performance has been satisfactory, your appointment may be converted to the competitive service, i.e., a permanent appointment. How to Apply You should contact the Federal agency personnel office where you are interested in working to find out about VRA opportunities.
Agencies recruit candidates and make VRAs directly.
Like the VRA, this authority is discretionary with the agency. The disability must be officially documented by the Department of Defense or the Department of Veterans Affairs. This authority covers all grade levels and occupations. 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.