Experienced Services

Objective

The ESP program provide funding that allows agencies to enter into agreements with non-profit organizations to provide opportunities to qualified individuals 55 years of age and older who have specific technical skills and abilities not available or underrepresented at current staffing levels. Qualified individuals who are a part of the ESP will support the BSEE on projects related to Renewable Energy, Decommissioning, Well Intervention, and others. These projects will enable the BSEE to carry out its mission to promote safety, protect the environment, and conserve resources offshore through vigorous regulatory oversight and enforcement. The ESP participants will not replace or displace current BSEE employees.

Who Can Apply

• Public nonprofit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals)
• Other private institutions/organizations
• Profit organization
• Non-Government - General
• Private nonprofit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals)
• State

Non-profit organizations and States authorized to participate in the ESP. This program is limited to qualified non-profit organizations subject to 26 USC 501 c(3) of the tax code, and must be designated by the Secretary of Labor under Title V of the Older Americans Act of 1965. Proof of establishment must be submitted with the application.

Who Benefits

• Senior Citizen (60+)
• U.S. Citizen

Individuals 55 years of age and older.

Assistance Types

• Cooperative Agreements

Program Contact

Deborah.mcguire@bsee.gov
703-787-1815