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I have recently completed a background investigation with another Federal agency and been fingerprinted. Do I require another pre-appointment background investigation at the Smithsonian?

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I have recently completed a background investigation with another Federal agency and been fingerprinted. Do I require another pre-appointment background investigation at the Smithsonian?

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Yes. The Smithsonian must conduct pre-appointment background screenings for all tentative selectees whose positions are categorized as “critical sensitive” or “non-critical sensitive,” even if the candidates come from another federal agency.