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This brochure contains information about Federal employment
and can be used as a tool by agencies when conducting recruitment activities
for people with disabilities.
CALLING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES TO PUBLIC SERVICE
How is a person with a disability defined?
- A person who has a permanent, severe, physical or mental
impairment that substantially limits one or more of his/her major life activities.
- A person who has a history of such an impairment.
- Disabilities may include mental retardation, psychiatric
disorders, muscular or neurological limitations, and invisible (hidden) disabilities
such as lupus, fibromyalgia, AIDS, diabetes, epilepsy, heart disease, and
asthma.
When will jobs be available?
Every day the Federal Government has more than 15,000 vacancies
worldwide. You can find information, get application forms, apply online, and
receive job email notices by accessing the Federal Government’s official
job information system, .
Where can I get additional guidance?
- University career centers and disability resource centers
may have additional program information on internships and Federally sponsored
student recruitment programs and related jobs.
- Faculty members at your local school
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- The agency’s (or equivalent)
or agency recruiter can provide you with employment opportunity information.
The SPPC is familiar with various hiring authorities available to be used
to employ people with disabilities. The SPPC is located in the Human Resources
or Equal Employment Opportunity office of each Federal agency.
Where can I find Federal jobs?
The Federal Government’s official site for job information
is ,
a convenient user-friendly system providing information on finding a job with
the Federal Government.
For additional information on employment opportunities,
you can consult the following resources:
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helps high school, college, and graduate students
find out about a variety of special job opportunities in the Federal Government.
- for
College Students with Disabilities
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provides paid work experience while you are still
in school.
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is for college graduates with a GPA of 3.5 or better,
or graduated in the upper 10% of their class.
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provides employment opportunities, which call for
foreign language skills or knowledge of a foreign culture.
- attracts
graduate students who have an interest in program analysis and public policy
careers.
- provides
unpaid work experience opportunities.
What employment opportunities can the Federal Government
offer to people with disabilities?
- Wide variety of exciting jobs
- Good medical benefits
- Reasonable accommodations
- Competitive pay
- Opportunity to contribute to public service
- Accessible office space
- Advancement opportunities
What types of jobs are available in the Federal Government?
- Accountant/Auditor
- Analyst
- Engineer
- Information Technology Specialist
- Investigator
- Lawyer
- Psychologist
- Public Affairs Specialist
- Scientist
- Technical Writer and Editor
- ... and many more
What can I find on USAJOBS?
- Selected online applications
- Online Resume Builder
- USAJOBS by Email notifies you when jobs of interest to
you are posted.
- Visually impaired individuals needing additional assistance
may
call (478) 757-3188, Fax (478) 744-2295 or email
- Automated Telephone System - An interactive voice response
telephone system which can be reached at (478) 757-3000 or TDD (478) 744-2299
or at OPM facilities located throughout the country (local numbers listed
in the blue pages).
"I remain committed to tearing down the remaining barriers
to equality that Americans with disabilities face today."
- President George W. Bush, White House, July 26, 2001
"The Federal Government will lead by example, ensuring
individuals with disabilities have an open door to the many opportunities in
public service."
- Director Kay Coles James, Office of Personnel Management
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