The Optional Form 612

You may apply for most jobs with a resume, or the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612) , or any written format you choose. For jobs that are filled through automated procedures, Federal agencies may require that you submit a resume and/or other specialized forms. Jobs with unique requirements may also occasionally require special forms.

There are two versions of the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612) available on this page.

The first (OF612.TXT) , is a text version that can be filled out off-line or by using a text editor. To view, print, or save this form, click on the .TXT file named above.

The second (ei-25612.pdf) is a graphic version of the form that you can print from a laser printer and complete off-line by hand or typewriter. To download this form, click on the .pdf file name above. Follow the print help instructions below if you need additional information about printing an Adobe Acrobat/PDF file.

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