Section 136a.42 - Appointment actions(a) Preference will be afforded a person meeting any one of the definitions of § 36a.41 whether the placement in the position involves initial appointment, reappointment, reinstatement, transfer, reassignment, promotion, or any other personnel action intended to fill a vacancy.(b) Preference eligibles may be given a schedule A excepted appointment under 5 CFR 213.3116(b)(8) . If the individuals are within reach on a Civil Service Register, they may be given a competitive appointment.43 FR 29783, July 11, 1978, as amended at 65 FR 53914 , Sept. 6, 2000