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Form 15230B: Continuing Service Agreement (for Candidate Development Program Participants)
Internal Revenue Service Form 15230-B is a Continuing Service Agreement for participants in the Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program. It obligates a service period of at least three calendar years but not more than six, tied to training costs.
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IRS Form 15230B - Continuing Service Agreement (for Candidate Development Program Participants)
Internal Revenue Service Form 15230-B is a Continuing Service Agreement for participants in the Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program. It obligates a service period of at least three calendar years but not more than six, tied to training costs.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to sign the agreement results in declination from the SESCDP.
- 2Submitting the form without the participant’s signature.
- 3Leaving the signature date blank or incorrect.
- 4Omitting the estimated cost of training.
- 5Not specifying the obligated service period as three times the program length.
Plain English
This form is a contract that SESCDP participants sign to promise to stay in federal service for a set time after their training. It spells out how much of the training cost must be repaid if they leave early. The agreement must be signed before the program begins. Failure to sign means they cannot join the program.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2020-10-15 22:11:20
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when a candidate selected for the Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program must sign a Continuing Service Agreement that obligates post‑training federal service.
- Do not use it when the individual is not selected for the SESCDP or is not a federal employee.
- Check Not stated in the official source instead when another agreement or form is required for a different federal training program.
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Use this form or another form?
Selected for SESCDP and needs to agree to post‑training service
Obligates three‑times the program length of federal service and ties repayment to training costs
✓ Confirm participant has been officially selected for SESCDP
Voluntarily withdrawing from SESCDP before service obligation is met
Triggers repayment of training costs on a pro‑rated basis as defined in the agreement
✓ Verify the proportion of service completed to calculate repayment
Being demoted, separated for cause, or receiving performance rating below Fully Successful
Requires full repayment of training costs per clause e
✓ Confirm the performance rating or cause of separation
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Participant name
Participant's legal name · Form field "Participant name"
Estimated cost of training
Training cost estimate documentation · Form field "Estimated cost of training"
Agreement to Continue in Service (service obligation period)
Statement of service period (3× program length) · Section a of agreement
Reimbursement calculation example
Training cost and proportion of service completed · Section c example
Signature
Participant's signature and date · Signature line on the form
Before you submit
- 1Verify participant name is entered correctly.
- 2Confirm estimated cost of training is filled.
- 3Ensure the service obligation period reflects at least three calendar years but not more than six.
- 4Review repayment obligations for voluntary withdrawal.
- 5Check that the pro‑rated reimbursement example matches the entered cost.
- 6Confirm understanding of waiver and appeal procedures (Internal Revenue Manual 1.35.13.7).
- 7Sign and date the agreement on the participant signature line.
How to file this form
- 1Complete participant name and training cost fields on Form 15230-B.
- 2Indicate the agreed service obligation period according to Section a.
- 3Review repayment and waiver provisions for accuracy.
- 4Obtain participant’s signature and date on the signature line.
- 5Submit the signed agreement to the participant’s agency as required.
- 6Retain a copy of the signed agreement for personal records.
Known limitations
- 1Does not apply to federal employees who are not selected for the Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program
- 2Does not apply if the participant fails to sign the agreement, as signing is required for participation
- 3Agency may waive all or part of the repayment obligation, so the form’s repayment provisions may not apply if a waiver is granted
- 4If the employee is demoted, separated for cause, or receives a performance rating lower than “Fully Successful”, the agreement terminates and full repayment is required
- 5The agreement does not guarantee continued employment; it does not apply to job‑security expectations
- 6Extenuating circumstances (death, personal or family illness, financial hardship) allow a request for reconsideration or waiver, meaning standard repayment may not apply
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 15230-B (Rev. 10-2020) is the current edition as shown on the form page. The source does not indicate a separate latest‑information webpage.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads 10-2020 as shown on the form.
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — confirm participant signature and date fields are present on the form
- Estimated cost of training — confirm the training cost field is filled
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After you file
- 1Keep the signed original agreement in personal records for the entire obligated service period
- 2Retain a copy of the signed agreement with the agency’s personnel office
- 3Monitor the start and end dates of the obligated service period as indicated on the agreement
- 4If voluntarily leaving before completing the service, calculate the pro‑rated repayment amount based on training cost and percentage of service completed
- 5Obtain written acknowledgment from the agency confirming receipt of the signed agreement
- 6If an error is discovered, submit a corrected agreement to the agency’s HR office promptly
Sources
- SRCForm 15230-B (Rev. 10-2020) is titled Continuing Service Agreement (for Candidate Development Program Participants) — [Form p.1]
- SRCAgreement applies to candidates selected for the Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program — [Form p.1]
- SRCObligated service period commences the day after completing the one to two-year SESCDP — [Form p.1]
- SRCService period must be at least three calendar years but not exceed six calendar years — [Form p.1]
- SRCParticipant must agree to serve for a period equivalent to at least three times the length of the program — [Form p.1]
- SRCIf the participant voluntarily leaves, they must repay training cost and related travel expenses, excluding salary — [Form p.1]
- SRCRepayment amount is reduced on a pro‑rated basis based on percentage of service completed — [Form p.1]
- SRCAgency may waive, in whole or in part, the repayment obligation — [Form p.1]
- SRCAgreement terminates with full repayment if employee is demoted, separated for cause, or receives performance rating lower than “Fully Successful” — [Form p.1]
- SRCExtenuating circumstances may allow request for reconsideration or waiver per Internal Revenue Manual 1.35.13.7 — [Form p.1]
Common confusion points
How long is the obligated service period?
The form ties it to three times the program length, which can be one to two years.
→ Confirm the period is at least three calendar years and not more than six calendar years as stated on the agreement.
Do I have to repay my salary if I leave early?
The form says repayment excludes salary or other compensation.
→ Verify that only tuition, fees, travel, and special expenses are listed for repayment.
Can the agency waive my repayment obligation?
The form states agencies may waive all or part of the repayment obligation.
→ Check with your agency whether a waiver has been granted in writing.
What happens if I am demoted or receive a poor performance rating?
The agreement says it is terminated and full cost must be repaid.
→ Confirm your agency has notified you of termination and required repayment.
Are extenuating circumstances considered for reduced repayment?
The form allows requests for reconsideration or waiver for death, illness, or financial hardship.
→ Submit a request per Internal Revenue Manual 1.35.13.7 and obtain a written decision.
Is signing the agreement required to stay in the program?
The form states failure to sign results in declination from the program.
→ Ensure your signature and date are on the agreement before program start.
When does the obligated service period start?
The form mentions the start date is the official start of Executive Development training.
→ Verify the start date on the agreement matches the training start date.
Will the government continue my employment after the program?
The agreement explicitly says it does not commit the government to continue employment.
→ Do not assume job security; confirm any separate employment agreements.
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- Form 15230-B – provides the basis for repayment or withholding of funds if the participant leaves early or is demoted.
Questions about IRS Form 15230B
What is IRS Form 15230B used for?
This form is a contract that SESCDP participants sign to promise to stay in federal service for a set time after their training. It spells out how much of the training cost must be repaid if they leave early. The agreement must be signed before the program begins. Failure to sign means they cannot join the program.
Who must file IRS Form 15230B?
Candidates selected to participate in the Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program (SESCDP) must file the agreement.
What information does IRS Form 15230B require?
The form collects the participant’s name, the training description, the estimated cost of training, the obligated service period (three times program length), and the participant’s signature and date.
How do I complete IRS Form 15230B?
The participant fills in their name, training details, and estimated training cost. They indicate the obligated service period, which must be three times the length of the SESCDP. The participant signs and dates the form. The signed agreement is then submitted to the participant’s agency as a condition for program participation.
What happens if IRS Form 15230B is filed incorrectly?
If the agreement is not signed or its terms are violated, the agency may withhold any monies owed and recover costs under 5 U.S.C. 5514, and the participant may be required to repay the full training cost.
How long is the obligated service period?
The form ties it to three times the program length, which can be one to two years. Confirm the period is at least three calendar years and not more than six calendar years as stated on the agreement.
Do I have to repay my salary if I leave early?
The form says repayment excludes salary or other compensation. Verify that only tuition, fees, travel, and special expenses are listed for repayment.
Can the agency waive my repayment obligation?
The form states agencies may waive all or part of the repayment obligation. Check with your agency whether a waiver has been granted in writing.
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