[Jobs] FW: Job Announcement - DC Metro Area - Program FW: CAP government position

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Subject: Job Announcement - DC Metro Area - Program FW: CAP government
position

The position description below can also be found at:

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HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES CENTER

National Capital Region

Servicing OSD, Defense Agencies & DoD Field Activities

--------------------------------------------

TRICARE Management Activity

Job Opportunity Announcement

Submission of a resume MUST be in accordance with the instructions

contained in our job kit. The job kit can be accessed via our web

site at http://hrd.whs.mil/page.cfm?info=17 or call 703-601-2289

or 1-866-205-4975 to have a copy faxed or mailed to you. Please note

that in accordance with the job kit, ONLY ONE RESUME is accepted into

the database. Updates are accepted only with the provisions outlined

in the job kit.

COMMENTS: Salary range: $44,856.00 - $100,554.00.

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: TMA-06-8157-GW

POSITION: Program Analyst

AGENCY: TRICARE Management Activity

ORGANIZATION: Information Mgmt, Tech & Reengineering

DUTY STATION: Falls Church, Virginia

PAY PLAN-SERIES: YA-0343

GRADE: 02       FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL: 02

OPENING DATE: 22 Jun 2006       CLOSING DATE: 06 Jul 2006

AREA OF CONSIDERATION

       This position is open to all U.S. Citizens. This

       announcement combines a merit promotion and a competitive

       announcement in one announcement. Status candidates will be

       considered under merit promotion procedures. Non-status

       candidates and VEOA eligibles will be considered under

       competitive procedures. (Local commuting area applicants may

       be considered first)

DUTIES

       Serves as program analyst supporting the Computer Electronic

       Accommodations Program (CAP)in providing computer and

       electronic accommodation equipment and services to all

       Department of Defense and Federal partner agencies employees

       with various disabilities. Formulates operational decisions

       or solutions regarding methodology, development,

       implementation, management and oversight pertaining to

       contractor performed work. Determines program requirements

       in which they may best be accomplished through the use of

       contractors for development of acquisition, process, paper

       documentation, and CAP client-based database management in

       support of CAP missions and goals. Serves as lead for

       acquisition management of the new program in support of the

       Wounded Service Member (WSM)Initiative Responsible for

       providing assistive technology and support to returning

       wounded service members with vision or hearing loss, upper

       extremity amputees as well as persons with communication and

       other disabilities to access the computer and

       telecommunication environment. Develops processes and

       procedures for CAP support and accommodations as they

       prepare for re-employment. Works closely with key staff at

       Military Treatment Facilities (MTF's) to provide nformation

       and assistive technology to wounded service members and

       their families. Oversee CAP Customer Satisfaction process

       involving customer notification and verification of

       accommodation receipt, vendor invoicing and follow-up to

       ensure receipt of order as well as prompt payment. Provides

       technical liaison with commercial sources, user groups, and

       other Federal agencies in the analysis, evaluation, and

       selection of computer and telecommunications equipment.

       Provides operational support to the Director of the

       Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program. Represents CAP

       in meetings, conferences, committees, or panels within the

       Department of Defense, other governmental agencies and at

       various public and private forums requiring technical

       expertise on issues related to people with disabilities.

       Performs a variety of one-time and continuing assignments

       pertaining to the Computer/Electronic Accommodations

       Program. Prepares various types of documents, including

       speeches, briefings, slides and handouts. Delivers briefings

       on computer and electronic accommodations requirements or

       specific program and policy issues, as required.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

       You must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at a

       level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the

       next lower grade level or pay band that has equipped you

       with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to

       perform successfully the duties of the position shown above.

       The creditable specialized experience is: Experience in

       providing computer and electronic accommodation equipment

       and services to employees with disabilities.

       Knowledges, skills, and abilities are those that demonstrate

       performance of the duties and responsibilities as outlined

       above.

BASIS FOR RATING

       If you possess the qualifications described above, you will

       be rated by an automated referral system which matches the

       competencies extracted from your resume to the competencies

       identified by the Selecting Official for the position. You

       should refer to the HRSC Civilian Job Kit

       http://hrd.whs.mil/page.cfm?info=17 for assistance in

       developing a complete resume. The HRSC will not accept

       separate KSA statements. Your score will be based on how the

       information in your resume describes the level of your

       training, experience, and education relevant to the

       following KSAs: Examples: Knowledge of laws and regulations

       governing employment of people with disabilities. Knowledge

       of training techniques and practices relating to

       state-of-art computers and telecommunications as related to

       accommodations for persons with disabilities.

STANDARD REQUIREMENTS

       This position may be filled through means other than the

       competitive promotion process. This may include reassignments

       or repromotion of qualified eligibles.

       All qualified non-competitive applicants within the stated area

       of consideration will be referred for selection consideration.

       Provide all of the required information. The application will

       not be considered unless all required documents are submitted
with

       the application.

       Selection for this position is subject to restrictions resulting

       from Department of Defense Referral System for Displaced
Employees.

       Applications will be accepted from eligible handicapped
applicants

       and from disabled veterans who are in receipt of compensation at

       the rate of 30% or more. Supporting documentation must be
received

by the closing date of the announcement.

       Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to

       complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective

       Service Registration prior to appointment. Failure to comply may

       be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal

       after appointment.

       Current or former displaced employees applying for this vacancy
who

       are eligible for consideration under the Interagency Career

       Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) must submit proof of
eligibility,

       as described in this vacancy announcement, to receive priority

       consideration for those vacancies within their commuting area for

       which they are well-qualified. [See Below*]

o Selection will be made from among any well-qualified ICTAP

applicants. Well-qualified applicants are those applicants who

possess the knowledges, skills, and abilities required

by the duties and responsibilities outlined above as 

demonstrated by a score of 80 or above.

       For positions open to all U.S. Citizens, VEOA eligibles will be

       considered under competitive procedures. Status applicants will

       be considered under merit procedures.

       If you are selected for this position you will be required to

       provide documentation verifying your eligibility/status.

       Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date

of the announcement. Applications submitted through electronic

means must be received by midnight of the closing date. Mailed

applications must be received by close-of-business of the 

closing date of the announcement.

Mailed resumes and all required supporting documentation must be

sent to: 

Resume

Washington Headquarters Services

Human Resource Services Center

2521 Clark Street, Suite 4000

Arlington, VA 22202

       If selected for Federal employment, you will be required to 

complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment," (OF-306), prior

to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal

employment and to authorize a background investigation.

       Resumes and self-nominations must be received by the closing

date of this announcement.

       ALL RESUMES MUST INCLUDE RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

AS PROVIDED IN THE HRSC CIVILIAN JOB KIT OR THE RESUME WILL BE

REJECTED.

       All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date

of the announcement.

       If you are eligible under a non-competitive appointing

authority, please indicate this at the top of your resume. For

further information, please visit

http://www.opm.gov/employ/html/sroa2.asp

       This position is covered by the National Security Personnel

System and does not have time-in-grade restrictions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

       This position is nonsensitive and requires a personnel

       security investigation on a pre-appointment basis.

       Permanent change of station funds will not be authorized.

       Selection for this position is contingent upon proof of U.S.

       citizenship.

       A Security clearance and a favorable suitability determination
are

required before appointment. Misconduct in prior employment,

criminal, dishonest conduct, habitual use of intoxicating beverages,

abuse of narcotics, drugs or other controlled substances, or

reasonable doubt of loyalty to the United States are examples of

reasons an offer of employment may be denied. This requirement may

take 90 days or longer to process

------------------------------------------------------------------------

HOW TO APPLY

You are encouraged to apply on-line using the HRSC website 

http://hrd.whs.mil/page.cfm?info=14. This site provides access 

to the HRSC Job Kit, which explains how to submit your resume 

electronically. In addition, this website can also be used to view 

current vacancies, submit self-nominations, check receipt, and edit 

and existing resume. Hardcopies may be submitted; however, they must 

be formatted in accordance with the guidelines stated in the Job Kit. 

Failure to follow the guidelines will result in the the resume's being 

rejected. Faxed applications will not be accepted.

POSTAL MAIL: For more information, please

RESUME visit our website at:

Washington Headquarters Services http://hrd.whs.mil/page.cfm?info=2

Human Resource Services Center

Polk Building, 2521 South Clark Street

Arlington, VA 22202

------------------------------------------------------------------------

INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

If you are claiming special priority selection rights under the

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must

provide supporting documentation with your resume. This includes a

copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and

your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty

location. Additionally, you must be considered well-qualified by

earning a minimum score of 80 (prior to the assignment of veterans

preference points). For more information on ICTAP eligibility

requirements, please visit

http://www.opm.gov/deu/Handbook_2003/DEOH-CTAP.asp

------------------------------------------------------------------------

THE DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT OF NOVEMBER 18, 1997

The Defense Authorization Act of November 18, 1997, extended

veterans' preference to persons who served on active duty during

the Gulf War from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992. The

law grants preference to persons otherwise eligible and who served

on active duty during this period, regardless of where the person

served or for how long. The law also authorizes the Secretary of

each military department to award the Armed Force Expeditionary

Medal for service in Bosnia during the period November 20, 1995,

to a date to be determined. The award of the Medal is qualifying

for veterans' preference. More information on veterans' preference

is available in the VetGuide that may be found on the United States

Office of Personnel Management web site at www.opm.gov.

------------------------------------------------------------------------

VOLUNTARY SEPARATION INCENTIVE PAY (VSIP)

Former Federal employees who return to work for the government

after receiving Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay (VSIP) are

normally required to repay an amount equal to the VSIP amount

received, including Federal taxes that were withheld. This

requirement remains in effect for five years after separation.

Upon acceptance of a tentative offer, submission of a copy of the

separation SF-50 will be required.

------------------------------------------------------------------------

VETERANS PREFERENCE

If you are claiming 10-point veterans preference, you are required to
submit

a DD-214, Standard Form 15, VA Civil Service Preference letter, and the

required proof of entitlement at the time of application. If you are

claiming 5-point veterans preference, a copy of your DD-214, SF-180,
SF-15,

or proof of preference must be submitted within 3 business days after

tentative job offer. Failure to provide the requested information within

the time allotted may be grounds for revocation of the tentative offer.

Additional information on veterans preference is available in the Vet's
Guide

that can be found at http://www.opm.gov/veterans.

------------------------------------------------------------------------

PREFERENCE ELIGIBLES

Preference eligibles or veterans who have been separated from the armed

forces under honorable conditions after 3 years or more of continuous
active

service may apply.

------------------------------------------------------------------------

This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants

with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need

reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and

hiring process, please notify us at 703-604-6219 or

TTY 703-601-2310.

ALL QUALIFIED RESUMES WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR POSITION

VACANCIES WITHOUT REGARD TO POLITICAL, RELIGIOUS, LABOR

ORGANIZATION AFFILIATION OR NON-AFFILIATION, MARITAL STATUS,

RACE, COLOR, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, NON-DISQUALIFYING PHYSICAL

HANDICAP, AGE, OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION. SELECTION SHALL BE BASED

SOLELY ON JOB RELATED CRITERIA.

******************************

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

SELECTION FOR THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS RESULTING FROM

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE REFERRAL SYSTEM FOR DISPLACED EMPLOYEES.

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-----Original Message-----
From:
Roffee, Margaret - ODEP [mailto:Roffee.Margaret at dol.gov]
Sent:
Tuesday, June 27, 2006 9:02 AM
To:
Roffee, Margaret - ODEP
Subject:
Job Announcement - DC Metro Area - Program FW: CAP government position
The position description below can also be found at:

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=44768146&AVSDM=2006%2D06%2D22+13%3A30%3A02&Logo=0&jbf574=DD60&lid=18522&FedEmp=N&sort=rv&vw=d&ss=0&brd=3876&FedPub=Y&caller=/agency_search.asp&SUBMIT1.x=61&SUBMIT1.y=15 http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=44768146&AVSDM=2006%2D06%2D22+13%3A30%3A02&Logo=0&jbf574=DD60&lid=18522&FedEmp=N&sort=rv&vw=d&ss=0&brd=3876&FedPub=Y&caller=/agency_search.asp&SUBMIT1.x=61&SUBMIT1.y=15

HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES CENTER National Capital Region Servicing OSD, Defense Agencies & DoD Field Activities -------------------------------------------- TRICARE Management Activity Job Opportunity Announcement Submission of a resume MUST be in accordance with the instructions contained in our job kit. The job kit can be accessed via our web site at http://hrd.whs.mil/page.cfm?info=17 or call 703-601-2289 or 1-866-205-4975 to have a copy faxed or mailed to you. Please note that in accordance with the job kit, ONLY ONE RESUME is accepted into the database. Updates are accepted only with the provisions outlined in the job kit. COMMENTS: Salary range: $44,856.00 - $100,554.00. ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: TMA-06-8157-GW POSITION: Program Analyst AGENCY: TRICARE Management Activity ORGANIZATION: Information Mgmt, Tech & Reengineering DUTY STATION: Falls Church, Virginia PAY PLAN-SERIES: YA-0343 GRADE: 02 FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL: 02 OPENING DATE: 22 Jun 2006 CLOSING DATE: 06 Jul 2006 AREA OF CONSIDERATION This position is open to all U.S. Citizens. This announcement combines a merit promotion and a competitive announcement in one announcement. Status candidates will be considered under merit promotion procedures. Non-status candidates and VEOA eligibles will be considered under competitive procedures. (Local commuting area applicants may be considered first) DUTIES Serves as program analyst supporting the Computer Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP)in providing computer and electronic accommodation equipment and services to all Department of Defense and Federal partner agencies employees with various disabilities. Formulates operational decisions or solutions regarding methodology, development, implementation, management and oversight pertaining to contractor performed work. Determines program requirements in which they may best be accomplished through the use of contractors for development of acquisition, process, paper documentation, and CAP client-based database management in support of CAP missions and goals. Serves as lead for acquisition management of the new program in support of the Wounded Service Member (WSM)Initiative Responsible for providing assistive technology and support to returning wounded service members with vision or hearing loss, upper extremity amputees as well as persons with communication and other disabilities to access the computer and telecommunication environment. Develops processes and procedures for CAP support and accommodations as they prepare for re-employment. Works closely with key staff at Military Treatment Facilities (MTF&#8217;s) to provide nformation and assistive technology to wounded service members and their families. Oversee CAP Customer Satisfaction process involving customer notification and verification of accommodation receipt, vendor invoicing and follow-up to ensure receipt of order as well as prompt payment. Provides technical liaison with commercial sources, user groups, and other Federal agencies in the analysis, evaluation, and selection of computer and telecommunications equipment. Provides operational support to the Director of the Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program. Represents CAP in meetings, conferences, committees, or panels within the Department of Defense, other governmental agencies and at various public and private forums requiring technical expertise on issues related to people with disabilities. Performs a variety of one-time and continuing assignments pertaining to the Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program. Prepares various types of documents, including speeches, briefings, slides and handouts. Delivers briefings on computer and electronic accommodations requirements or specific program and policy issues, as required. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS You must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the next lower grade level or pay band that has equipped you with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position shown above. The creditable specialized experience is: Experience in providing computer and electronic accommodation equipment and services to employees with disabilities. Knowledges, skills, and abilities are those that demonstrate performance of the duties and responsibilities as outlined above. BASIS FOR RATING If you possess the qualifications described above, you will be rated by an automated referral system which matches the competencies extracted from your resume to the competencies identified by the Selecting Official for the position. You should refer to the HRSC Civilian Job Kit http://hrd.whs.mil/page.cfm?info=17 for assistance in developing a complete resume. The HRSC will not accept separate KSA statements. Your score will be based on how the information in your resume describes the level of your training, experience, and education relevant to the following KSAs: Examples: Knowledge of laws and regulations governing employment of people with disabilities. Knowledge of training techniques and practices relating to state-of-art computers and telecommunications as related to accommodations for persons with disabilities. STANDARD REQUIREMENTS This position may be filled through means other than the competitive promotion process. This may include reassignments or repromotion of qualified eligibles. All qualified non-competitive applicants within the stated area of consideration will be referred for selection consideration. Provide all of the required information. The application will not be considered unless all required documents are submitted with the application. Selection for this position is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense Referral System for Displaced Employees. Applications will be accepted from eligible handicapped applicants and from disabled veterans who are in receipt of compensation at the rate of 30% or more. Supporting documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration prior to appointment. Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after appointment. Current or former displaced employees applying for this vacancy who are eligible for consideration under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) must submit proof of eligibility, as described in this vacancy announcement, to receive priority consideration for those vacancies within their commuting area for which they are well-qualified. [See Below*] o Selection will be made from among any well-qualified ICTAP applicants. Well-qualified applicants are those applicants who possess the knowledges, skills, and abilities required by the duties and responsibilities outlined above as demonstrated by a score of 80 or above. For positions open to all U.S. Citizens, VEOA eligibles will be considered under competitive procedures. Status applicants will be considered under merit procedures. If you are selected for this position you will be required to provide documentation verifying your eligibility/status. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date of the announcement. Applications submitted through electronic means must be received by midnight of the closing date. Mailed applications must be received by close-of-business of the closing date of the announcement. Mailed resumes and all required supporting documentation must be sent to: Resume Washington Headquarters Services Human Resource Services Center 2521 Clark Street, Suite 4000 Arlington, VA 22202 If selected for Federal employment, you will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment," (OF-306), prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Resumes and self-nominations must be received by the closing date of this announcement. ALL RESUMES MUST INCLUDE RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS AS PROVIDED IN THE HRSC CIVILIAN JOB KIT OR THE RESUME WILL BE REJECTED. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. If you are eligible under a non-competitive appointing authority, please indicate this at the top of your resume. For further information, please visit http://www.opm.gov/employ/html/sroa2.asp This position is covered by the National Security Personnel System and does not have time-in-grade restrictions. OTHER REQUIREMENTS This position is nonsensitive and requires a personnel security investigation on a pre-appointment basis. Permanent change of station funds will not be authorized. Selection for this position is contingent upon proof of U.S. citizenship. A Security clearance and a favorable suitability determination are required before appointment. Misconduct in prior employment, criminal, dishonest conduct, habitual use of intoxicating beverages, abuse of narcotics, drugs or other controlled substances, or reasonable doubt of loyalty to the United States are examples of reasons an offer of employment may be denied. This requirement may take 90 days or longer to process ------------------------------------------------------------------------ HOW TO APPLY You are encouraged to apply on-line using the HRSC website http://hrd.whs.mil/page.cfm?info=14. This site provides access to the HRSC Job Kit, which explains how to submit your resume electronically. In addition, this website can also be used to view current vacancies, submit self-nominations, check receipt, and edit and existing resume. Hardcopies may be submitted; however, they must be formatted in accordance with the guidelines stated in the Job Kit. Failure to follow the guidelines will result in the the resume's being rejected. Faxed applications will not be accepted. POSTAL MAIL: For more information, please RESUME visit our website at: Washington Headquarters Services http://hrd.whs.mil/page.cfm?info=2 Human Resource Services Center Polk Building, 2521 South Clark Street Arlington, VA 22202 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM If you are claiming special priority selection rights under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must provide supporting documentation with your resume. This includes a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additionally, you must be considered well-qualified by earning a minimum score of 80 (prior to the assignment of veterans preference points). For more information on ICTAP eligibility requirements, please visit http://www.opm.gov/deu/Handbook_2003/DEOH-CTAP.asp ------------------------------------------------------------------------ THE DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT OF NOVEMBER 18, 1997 The Defense Authorization Act of November 18, 1997, extended veterans' preference to persons who served on active duty during the Gulf War from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992. The law grants preference to persons otherwise eligible and who served on active duty during this period, regardless of where the person served or for how long. The law also authorizes the Secretary of each military department to award the Armed Force Expeditionary Medal for service in Bosnia during the period November 20, 1995, to a date to be determined. The award of the Medal is qualifying for veterans' preference. More information on veterans' preference is available in the VetGuide that may be found on the United States Office of Personnel Management web site at www.opm.gov. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ VOLUNTARY SEPARATION INCENTIVE PAY (VSIP) Former Federal employees who return to work for the government after receiving Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay (VSIP) are normally required to repay an amount equal to the VSIP amount received, including Federal taxes that were withheld. This requirement remains in effect for five years after separation. Upon acceptance of a tentative offer, submission of a copy of the separation SF-50 will be required. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ VETERANS PREFERENCE If you are claiming 10-point veterans preference, you are required to submit a DD-214, Standard Form 15, VA Civil Service Preference letter, and the required proof of entitlement at the time of application. If you are claiming 5-point veterans preference, a copy of your DD-214, SF-180, SF-15, or proof of preference must be submitted within 3 business days after tentative job offer. Failure to provide the requested information within the time allotted may be grounds for revocation of the tentative offer. Additional information on veterans preference is available in the Vet's Guide that can be found at http://www.opm.gov/veterans. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ PREFERENCE ELIGIBLES Preference eligibles or veterans who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after 3 years or more of continuous active service may apply. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at 703-604-6219 or TTY 703-601-2310. ALL QUALIFIED RESUMES WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR POSITION VACANCIES WITHOUT REGARD TO POLITICAL, RELIGIOUS, LABOR ORGANIZATION AFFILIATION OR NON-AFFILIATION, MARITAL STATUS, RACE, COLOR, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, NON-DISQUALIFYING PHYSICAL HANDICAP, AGE, OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION. SELECTION SHALL BE BASED SOLELY ON JOB RELATED CRITERIA. ****************************** AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER SELECTION FOR THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS RESULTING FROM DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE REFERRAL SYSTEM FOR DISPLACED EMPLOYEES.