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Direct Hire Authority

A special hiring process that allows federal agencies to hire candidates for certain jobs without going through all the usual, lengthy federal application steps, like competitive examining, when there's a severe shortage of candidates or a critical need.

Subchapter I of chapter 33 of title 5, United States Code

A specific section of federal law that outlines the standard rules and procedures for how federal government employees are appointed, examined, and placed into jobs.

Sense of Congress

A formal statement by Congress expressing its opinion or belief on a particular issue. It does not have the force of law, but indicates the legislative body's general sentiment or intent.

Classification series

A numerical code used by the federal government to categorize different types of jobs with similar duties and qualifications. For example, '1340' refers to meteorologist positions.

Sunset provision

A clause in a law that specifies an automatic expiration date for the law or a particular part of it. After this date, the law or provision is no longer in effect unless Congress renews it.

Under Secretary

A high-ranking official within a government department, often responsible for a specific major area or agency, such as the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere (who also serves as the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which oversees the NWS).