[Ohio-talk] Federal Employment Endeavor

[Turner, Suzanne]

Federal Hiring Event for People with Disabilities April 26, 2010

Sponsored by US Office of Personnel Management and US Department of
Labor

Have you explored opportunities to work for the Federal government, but
were overwhelmed by the application process?
 Do you want to work in an environment that embraces diversity and
inclusion and the talent you offer?
Are you interested in a career opportunity with benefits and the
potential for career progression?
Are you a Veteran with a 30% or more disability rating who wants to
extend your service to your Nation?

If so, now is the time for you to begin your career of service.  
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.  S.  Department of
Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) are sponsoring a
historic day-long Federal Hiring Event for People with Disabilities.  
Representatives from many agencies will be reviewing resumes prior to
the event, and Inviting prospective candidates for interviews.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE?

Review the Hiring Event information, as well as the Individuals with
Disabilities page, or Veterans page on USAJOBS.gov.  You must submit
your resume to the following email address: Hiringevent at opm.gov.  
Documentation
supporting your disability (e.g., proof of disability and job readiness
certification letters) and/or veteran's status (e.g., VA letter and
DD-214) can be provided with your resume, or at the time you are
interviewed.  [Note:
To ensure the hiring process moves quickly and to expedite the agency's
ability to make tentative offers, you are strongly encouraged to submit
your supporting documentation along with your resume.]

Disabled veterans with less than a 30% rating or with non-service
connected disabilities are encouraged to submit their resumes, along
with proof of disability and job readiness.

If you need assistance submitting your resume or have any questions
regarding this Event, including the type of documentation required
please forward your inquiry to the following email address: 
Hiringevent at opm.gov.


WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT?

You will receive notification that your resume has been received.  
Agencies
will review your resume and any supporting documentation provided.  You
may be invited to attend the Hiring Event via email for an interview
with one or more agencies and for one or more available positions.  
Applicants who are
scheduled for interviews must bring the required documentation to the
Hiring Event, if not previously provided.


For more information and updates, and to see a list of agencies that
will participate and their job opportunities
http://www.usajobs.gov/DisabilityHiringEvent.asp


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