24 Sep 14 - Hiring Process

Question:  Why does DHR refuse to include the section chiefs in on hiring for a position that are open in their section?

Answer:  DHR leaders at the lowest levels (section, branch, etc.) are part of the DHR hiring process.  These leaders are members of the selection panel who screen resumes and conduct interviews for vacant positions.  However, when displaced federal employees who are eligible for the priority placement program (PPP) are screened, qualify and accept vacant positions, they receive "mandatory" placement rights for these jobs within their selected geographic area of availability and no DHR leaders at any level have a say in those selections.