NRC renews form to vet its own staff qualifications
Published Date: 9/11/2026
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Summary
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is renewing its approval to collect info using NRC Form 212, which checks qualifications for professional, technical, and admin jobs. This affects current and future NRC employees and keeps the hiring process smooth and fair. You can comment on this renewal until November 10, 2026, with no new costs expected.
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References Must Complete NRC Form 212
If you are a former employer, supervisor, or other reference for an NRC job applicant, you may be asked to complete NRC Form 212 for every new hire. The NRC estimates 500 annual responses and a total burden of 250 hours per year for this collection (OMB control number 3150-0033); the agency is requesting renewal and seeks comments by November 10, 2026.
Form Used To Assess Job Applicants
The completed NRC Form 212 is used to evaluate the qualifications and suitability of applicants for professional, technical, and administrative positions at the NRC. The agency will review these forms, together with other NRC records, when determining applicant qualifications for appointment.
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