Based on U.S. Government Optional Form 301 (4-83)
Volunteers are not considered to be Federal employees for
any purpose other than tort claims and injury compensation. Volunteer service
is not creditable for leave accrual or any other benefit. However, volunteer
service is creditable work experience.
Note: Privacy Act Statement:
Following information is provided in compliance with the Privacy Act (PL
93-579). 5 U.S.C. 301 and 7 CFR 260 authorize acceptance of the information
requested on this form. The data will be used to contact applicants and
to interview, screen, and select them for volunteer assignments. Furnishing
this data is voluntary.
A copy of your application will be sent electronically
to the USGS host contact for the position(s) you have selected. You may print
the confirmation page that will appear
after you submit your application to keep for your records.
If you are accepted for a volunteer position you will be subjected to a background check.