Selection is made from among the 3 highest rated eligibles available for the type of appointment being offered from the appropriate register. However, a preference eligible may not be passed over to select a nonpreference eligible who is lower on the Hiring Worksheet unless the action is documented (see 627, Objection to or Pass Over of Preference Eligible).
Note: At the appointing official’s option, a selection may be made, even if only 1 or 2 eligibles are available, or return the Hiring Worksheet to the district and request additional names.
