Special Selection Priority Programs

1. PURPOSE

The purpose of this policy is to update and set forth guidelines for managing the special selection priority programs within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The special selection priority programs include the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), the Reemployment Priority List (RPL), and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP). This policy is intended to provide a general understanding of the special selection authorities and required placement processes.