Call Center Representative - DHA

Overview

Positions under this announcement are being filled using Direct Hire Authority (DHA) (SSA-001) and are open to all U.S. citizens. Selections made from this announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service, even for current civil service employees. Under DHA rules, veterans' preference does not apply. To learn more about SSA, click the links below:
Careers with SSA The United States Social Security Administration my Social Security | SSA

Customer Service Representatives work in a call center environment to provide a high level of quality service to our customers on SSA's National 800 number. Once selected for the Customer Service Representative position in SSA, you will contribute to the Agency's mission through direct service to the public. This involves receiving incoming calls through SSA's National 800 number and conducting interviews to determine the nature of the call or provide information on SSA laws, rules and regulations and Medicare Insurance Programs;

obtaining information in order to determine eligibility for programs administered by SSA; and using automation tools to access and update information about claims or potential eligibility. As a Customer Service Representative, you must be knowledgeable about Social Security programs and be able to explain complex concepts to members of the public who contact the agency. If selected, you will be given extensive training to prepare you to perform the position.

Customer Service Representatives provide assistance to beneficiaries and the general public in person, by telephone, or in writing; conduct interviews to determine the nature of the caller's question or issue; explain technical information, gather facts, evaluate evidence, and take action to resolve problems relating to all Social Security programs. This announcement serves as public notice. Applications submitted will be placed into a pool and will remain on file for selection as positions become available.

Vacancies may be filled for up to 6 months after the closing date of this announcement. Applicants may not receive notifications of referral status until the full 6-month eligibility period has elapsed. Cut-Off Dates to receive applications will be used for this announcement:
First Cut-Off Date:
February 11, 2026. Second Cut-Off Date:
February 18, 2026. Final Cut-Off and Closing Date:
February 25, 2026.

Resumes exceeding two pages in length will not be considered. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Cut-Off Dates to receive applications will be used for this announcement:
First Cut-Off Date:
February 11, 2026. Second Cut-Off Date:
February 18, 2026. Final Cut-Off and Closing Date:
February 25, 2026. Initial cut-off date will be used to begin applicant consideration. Applications received after the cut-off date will only be considered if needed. If you are using experience to qualify, you must have:

• GS-5:
  One (1) year of specialized experience at the equivalent to the GS-4 level in the Federal Service. Examples: working with legal or medical records, documents or benefit/financial accounts which involve applying laws, rules or regulations and written established guidelines and procedures; or experience conducting face to face and/or telephone interviews to obtain/provide information to resolve problems.
• GS-6:
  One (1) year of specialized experience at the equivalent to the GS-5 level in the Federal Service. Examples: researching and analyzing rules, policies, procedures to respond to inquiries; and conducting interviews to obtain/provide information to resolve problems.
• GS-7:
  One (1) year of specialized experience at the equivalent to the GS-6 level in the Federal Service. Examples: researching, analyzing and applying Federal, State, or County laws, regulations, policies and procedures to evaluate program eligibility or claims; or explaining legal or medical provisions and resolving complex issues for large volumes of people.

Note:

Part-time work is prorated in crediting experience.
Selective Placement Factor Competency Assessment Interview Process (CAIP) will be required. Applicants must pass this interview to be fully qualified. Interviews may be conducted via video conferencing if technically feasible.

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Education:

If you are qualifying for this position based on completed education at an accredited U.S. college, university, or other educational institution, you must provide a copy of your transcripts or other proof of education prior to being appointed. Education completed in a foreign institution must be deemed equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. It is the applicant's responsibility to acquire U.S. Certification and provide it at the time of application.

For a list of Credential Evaluation Services, log on to:
Credential Evaluation Services.

• GS-5:
  Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study above high school (e.g., 120 earned semester…