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Employment FAQ

Question

Why should agencies consider using the 5 CFR 213.3102(u) hiring authority?

Answer

Agencies should use this hiring authority for a number of good reasons:

Individuals with disabilities are a source of excellent applicants.
No public notice is required. This may shorten the time to hire a well qualified candidate
It can support an agency's Career Patterns initiative. Technological advances and growing emphasis on telework may dovetail with the needs of many applicants with disabilities.
Agencies don't have to clear surplus employees lists prior to using the appointing authority.

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