Assessments will be administered through the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) USA Hire assessment delivery platform.
Practice Assessments and Questions
USA Hire Practice Assessments are available on the Applicant Resource Center.
USA Hire Sample Questions are also available.
Requirements for unproctored assessments
If you are completing assessments in an unproctored setting (i.e., a location of your choosing), ensure your testing device and environment meet the following requirements:
Device Type
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Desktop/Laptop: All assessments can be taken on a desktop computer or laptop.
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Mobile Devices: Most assessments can also be taken on a mobile device such as a tablet or phone.
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Special Instructions: You will be instructed on the USA Hire platform if your assessment(s) require a desktop/laptop computer
Web Browser
- Supported Browsers: USA Hire supports the current releases of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, or Microsoft Edge.
JavaScript
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Requirement: USA Hire requires your browser to have JavaScript enabled.
Internet Connection
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Connection Type: Use a reliable high-speed internet connection without a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Dial-up connections and VPNs can impact the delivery and display of the assessments.
Videos and Audio
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Media Requirements: Certain assessments use audio and video. If you do not have speakers, closed captioning is provided with all videos.