Form SF-171 Application for Federal Employment

What Is Form SF-171?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management on June 1, 1988 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form SF-171?
A: Form SF-171 is an application used for federal employment.

Q: Who uses Form SF-171?
A: Individuals applying for job positions in the federal government use Form SF-171.

Q: What should be included in a Form SF-171?
A: A Form SF-171 should include personal information, employment history, education details, and references.

Q: Are there any fees associated with submitting a Form SF-171?
A: No, there are no fees associated with submitting a Form SF-171.

Q: Can a Form SF-171 be submitted electronically?
A: No, Form SF-171 cannot be submitted electronically. It must be filled out manually and submitted in hard copy.

Q: Are there any specific qualifications or eligibility requirements to submit a Form SF-171?
A: Qualifications and eligibility requirements may vary depending on the specific job position. Details can be found in the job announcement or vacancy announcement.

Q: What is the deadline for submitting a Form SF-171?
A: The deadline for submitting a Form SF-171 is usually specified in the job announcement or vacancy announcement.

Q: Can a Form SF-171 be used for all federal job applications?
A: No, the use of Form SF-171 for federal job applications has been discontinued. It has been replaced by the electronic application system called USAJOBS.

Q: Is Form SF-171 still valid?
A: No, Form SF-171 is no longer valid for federal job applications.