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How to Apply for This Job
You may apply for this position with a resume, or other application format of your choice, such as the Optional Application for Federal Employment, OF-612, or the SF-171.

Additional information pertaining to your work experience may be provided by addressing the Rating Factors under "Basis of Rating." In addition, Federal employees must submit a current performance appraisal and a recent Form SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action," documenting proof of Federal employment.

To ensure you receive full consideration, remember to check the vacancy announcement for any specific application requirements.


Other Requirements
Prior to appointment, applicants are required to undergo screening for illegal drug use. After employment, individuals are subject to random drug testing. Applicants are required to obtain and maintain a "Q" level security clearance.

Veterans preference will be given only with proof of status submitted with the application.


Acceptable Application Formats
  • SF-171 - This form is no longer in print, but all Federal government agencies still accept the SF-171.

  • OF-612 - The newest acceptable application format. It is similar to the SF-171, but a bit shorter. You may obtain the OF-612 (Optional Form 612) from any Federal agency or OPM's website at www.opm.gov/forms/html/of.htm

  • Resume - Another new acceptable application format. There are many details that must be included in a resume submitted for Federal employment. If you choose this format you must include the following:

    • Personal Information - Full name, mailing address, day/evening phone numbers, Social Security Number, Citizenship (Requires United States Citizenship), Veterans' Preference (Must attach your DD-214; submit SF-15 if claiming 10 pt preference) and Reinstatement eligibility if previously held career or career-conditional status.

    • Job Information - Vacancy announcement number, and title and grade(s) of the job for which you are applying.

    • Education - High School - Name, city and State (Zip code if known), Date of diploma or GED; Colleges and universities - Name, city and State (Zip code if known), Majors, Type and year of any degrees received. (If no degree, show total credits earned and indicate whether semester or quarter hours.)

    • Work Experience - Give the following information for your paid and non-paid work experience related to the job for which you are applying. Job title (include series and grade if Federal job); Duties and accomplishments; Employer's name and address; Supervisor's name and phone number; Starting and ending dates (month and year); Hours per week; and Salary. Also, indicate if we may contact your current supervisor.

    • Other Qualifications - Job-related training courses (title and year); Job-related skills, for example, other languages, computer software/hardware, typing speed; Job-related certificates and licenses (current only); Job-related honors, awards or special accomplishments, such as publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking and performance awards.
Other Necessary Documentation to include with Your Application
  • Optional Form 306 (OF 306), Declaration for Federal Employment - This form determines your suitability for Federal employment, authorizes a background investigation and certifies the accuracy of the information in your application. You may access OPM's website at www.opm.gov/forms/html/of.htm or call (202) 694-7023 to obtain a copy of the form OF 306.

  • A supplemental statement addressing each of the Rating Factors and/or the Minimum Qualification Requirements.

  • A current performance appraisal (Federal employees only).

  • A copy of latest SF-50 or other proof of employment (Federal employees only).

  • The grade(s) and/or salary for which you wish to be considered.

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification statement for Selective Service Registration prior to appointment.
Note: Do not supply additional information. Materials such as, certificates of training, position descriptions, award certificates or publications will not be forwarded for review. Applications will not be returned.

Where to Send Your Application and Attachments
If you are faxing, mailing, or e-mailing your applications, please do the following:
Fax to: (202) 208-6518
   
Mail to: Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board
Division of Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources
625 Indiana Avenue, NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20004
   
E-Mail to: JOBS@DNFSB.GOV

What Happens to Your Application Once We Receive It???
  • Step 1 - On the date we receive your application in Human Resources, the date is either written or stamped on it.

  • Step 2 - You will receive a notice that we have received your application either via e-mail or regular mail.

  • Step 3 - A panel of Subject-Matter Experts will rate and rank the applications received.

  • Step 4 - A list of highly qualified applicants and their resumes will be forwarded to the Selecting Official to begin the interview process. The Selecting Official is the manager or supervisor who will make the final determination of who is selected for the postion.

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