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OPM.gov / Policy / Hiring Information

Where to Start

  • Types of Hires

    Learn more about the three types of Federal service: Competitive, Excepted, and Senior Executive.

  • Hiring Authorities

    Find more information about the variety of appointing authorities Federal agencies may use to meet their hiring goals.

  • Assessing Job Applications

    Use OPM's resources and guidance to find and hire the best-qualified job candidates.

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