Candidates often ask us questions about Federal jargon they don't understand; Reinstatement is one of these terms that are often listed in annoucements but are not very clear to job seekers. Reinstatement means that you can apply to Federal jobs that are not opened to the public and won't have to compete with the public in a civil service examination. To be eligible, you must already have hold a Federal position in the past or have verteran's preference. While being eligible for reinstatement clearly gives you an advantage, this does not guarantee you will get a job - your Federal resume, KSA answers and interview skills will obviously be essential in landing you the job.