Is there an age restriction to apply for a civilian position?
Yes and no. Yes, for those with the letter “A” in the announcement number; and no for those with the letter “B” in the announcement number. The maximum age for an “A” position is 36. These positions qualify a person for coverage under the special retirement provisions for law enforcement officers in the Federal Employees Retirement System. For “B” positions there is no age requirement. These applicants are ineligible for coverage under the special retirement provisions for law enforcement officers and are covered under the standard Federal Employees Retirement System. Exception: In certain cases, an age waiver may be requested from the appropriate approval authority for persons over the age of 36 who are uniquely qualified for “A” positions.
