Careers at SSA San Francisco Region – Individuals with Disabilities

Job Application Process for Individuals with Disabilities

Application Pool and Evaluation: Your application will be included in a pool of qualified individuals with disabilities for review and referral to hiring officials. You may be contacted for an interview by interested officials, but we cannot provide status updates beyond acknowledging receipt of your application via [email protected]. Applications can be updated at any time until the announcement closes, and the pool may be used to fill one or more positions across a range of roles without prior notice.

Typical Positions at SSA:

• Administrative Support: Staff Assistants, Executive Assistants, Management Analysts
• Facilities and Physical Security: Security Specialists, Safety Specialists, Architects, Engineers, Supply and Inventory Specialists
• Finance and Accounting: Financial Analysts, Accountants, Budget Analysts, IT Specialists
• Human Resources: HR Specialists, Management Analysts, Equal Opportunity Specialists
• Information Technology
• Legal: Legal Assistants, Paralegal Specialists, General Attorneys
• Public Contact: Claims Specialists, Customer Service Representatives, Benefit Authorizers
• Maintenance: Plumbers, Electricians, Automotive Workers, Maintenance Inspectors

Requirements

• Conditions of Employment:
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Selective Service registration (if applicable) at www.sss.gov
  • Background/security investigation and fingerprinting may be required
  • Job offers are contingent on background results
  • A two-year probationary period is required
  • Relocation expenses are not covered
  • All required documents must be submitted by the announcement’s closing date

Qualifications for Schedule A Non-Competitive Hiring

To qualify for employment under the Schedule A non-competitive hiring authority, please submit:

1. Disability Documentation: Proof of an intellectual, severe physical, or psychiatric disability. This is required to be considered for the Selective Placement Program.
2. Resume: Must meet specified standards (detailed below).
3. College Transcripts: If using education to qualify, provide a copy of your transcripts.

You may also submit an application through the competitive hiring process by applying directly to specific job postings on SSA’s job opportunity page: SSA Job Listings.

Education Requirements

Some positions may require proof of education or allow substitution of education for experience. To provide proof or meet educational qualifications:

• Submit your transcripts showing your name, institution, course titles, credits, grades, and completion dates.
• Foreign Education: If you have foreign education, it must be evaluated by a recognized organization to confirm it is equivalent to an accredited U.S. program. Visit the U.S. Department of Education’s Credential Evaluation Services.

Additional Information

• Union Representation: Some positions may be represented by unions such as AFGE, NTEU, or IFPTE, while others are non-bargaining unit positions.
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after December 31, 1959, must register or be exempt (www.sss.gov).
• Locality Pay: Salaries vary based on location. See OPM’s Salaries & Wages page for locality adjustments.
• Promotion Potential: Appointments under this authority do not have promotion potential beyond the initial grade level.
• Reasonable Accommodations: SSA provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

Evaluation Process

Your application, including required documentation and responses to the questionnaire, will be evaluated for job placement under the Selective Placement Program. Evaluations are based on your submitted documents and assessment of relevant Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) as per the series and grade requirements. Final qualification determinations are based on the OPM General Schedule Qualifications Standards.

Interviews: If selected for an interview, you will be notified via email or phone. Interviews may be conducted via video if possible and are not mandatory for all candidates. Applicants may request accommodations for the interview process if needed.

Your application will remain active for one year from the date of receipt.

Required Documents

1. Documentation of Disability: Submit proof of disability (e.g., Schedule A Letter) on official letterhead with an official signature, confirming your eligibility for appointment under Schedule A. Acceptable sources:
   • Licensed medical professionals (e.g., physician)
   • Licensed vocational rehabilitation specialists (State or private)
   • Federal or State agencies issuing disability benefits
2. Resume: Include the following:
   • Personal Info: Full name, email, mailing addresses, and phone number
   • Education: School names and dates attended
   • Work Experience: Paid and unpaid work, including:
     • Job title, detailed duties and accomplishments
     • Employer and supervisor names and contact information
     • Employment dates and hours worked per week
     • Salary, if applicable
   • Other Qualifications: Skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, and relevant training courses.
3. College Transcripts: If qualifying based on education, submit transcripts with required details

Open & closing dates
10/01/2024 to 09/30/2025

Salary
$35,373 – $97,034 per year

Pay scale & grade
GS 4 – 9

Locations
Many vacancies in the following locations:

Pago Pago, AS
Apache Junction, AZ
Casa Grande, AZ
Douglas, AZ
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Remote job
No

Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.

Travel Required
Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed
No

Appointment type
Permanent

Work schedule
Full-time

Service
Excepted

Promotion potential
9

Job family (Series)
0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
Supervisory status
No

Security clearance
Not Required

Drug test
No

Position sensitivity and risk
Moderate Risk (MR)

Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure
No

Bargaining unit status
Yes