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Standard form 85 revised december 2013-2025

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The document is the Standard Form 85, a questionnaire used by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management for background investigations of applicants for non-sensitive positions within the federal government. It outlines the purpose of collecting personal information to assess suitability for employment, provides instructions for completing the form, and details the investigative process. The form emphasizes the importance of accuracy and truthfulness in responses, as well as the legal implications of providing false information. Additionally, it includes sections on personal history, education, employment activities, and authorization for information release.

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What is a standard form 85?

In the SF85 all the threshold questions regarding drugs are only 1-year questions. Applicants who previously only had to complete the SF85 will now have to answer all the drug questions in Section 12, covering the past 5 years or forever, if the drug use occurred while in a position of trust.

Is SF85 a security clearance reddit?

I never saw myself taking on a federal position, but I needed work, and I figured Id give it a shot. Im required to fill out an SF85, public trust. I know this is not technically a security clearance, and its classified as the lowest level of clearance.

What is a SF 85 drug use question?

The shortest and least intrusive form is the SF-85, Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions. The SF-85 is used to request NACI investigations to support Low Risk positions. The SF-85P, Questionnaire for Public Trust Positions, is used to request an MBI investigation on Moderate Risk positions.

What level of clearance is SF-86?

FEDERAL SECURITY / SUITABILITY CLEARANCE CHART SENSITIVITY REINVESTIGATION LEVEL (1)CATEGORYAPPLICATION FORM Level 1 None Non-Sensitive SF85 Level 2 NACLC every 5 yrs (4) National Security Non-Critical Sensitive SF86 Level 3 SSBI-PR every 5 yrs National Security Critical Sensitive SF866 more rows

Is SF 85 a security clearance?

This form will be used by the United States (U.S.) Government in conducting background investigations and reinvestigations of persons under consideration for, or retention of, non- sensitive low risk positions as defined in 5 CFR 731.

How long does a SF 85 background check take?

Once your SF 85 form has been submitted, it will be reviewed, and the background investigation will be conducted. This process can take several months.

What type of clearance is SF85?

SF-85 Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions Form TypePosition DesignationInvestigation Case Type SF 85 Non-Sensitive Position Low Risk and/or HSPD-12 Credential (with no other designation) National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI)

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