All status candidates, whether currently or formerly employed by the Federal service, will be considered through the merit staffing process, vice the delegated examining process described above. If candidates wish to be considered through both processes, two application packages must be submitted. Both current and former employees must submit a copy of a SF50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing competitive status. Current Federal employees must also submit a copy of the most recent annual performance appraisal. Completed application or resume, with the announcement number and citizenship clearly annotated.
Unofficial copies are acceptable.
DD214 or other documents establishing veteran's preference as described above, if applicable. Documents establishing military spouse preference as described above, if applicable. SF50 showing competitive status if a current or former Federal employee. The most recent annual performance appraisal, if a current Federal employee. All application packages must be postmarked by the closing date.