Approved by the Competency Modeling Validation Review Board on June 1, 2015.
Competency | Definition | Proficiency Level |
|---|---|---|
Analytical Thinking | Able to breakdown raw information and undefined problems into specific, workable components that, in turn clearly identify the issues at hand. Makes logical conclusions, anticipates obstacles, and considers different approaches that are relevant to the decision-making process. | GS-05-10 – Level 3 GS-11-13 – Level 4 GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
Decision Making | Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. | GS-05-10 – Level 3 GS-11-13 – Level 4 GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
Influencing/Negotiating | Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals. | GS-05-10 – Level 3 GS-11-13 – Level 4 GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
Legal, Government & Jurisprudence | Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, legal practices and documents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, government organization and functions, and the democratic political process. | GS-05-10 – Level 3 GS-11-13 – Level 4 GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
Organizational Awareness | Knows the organizations mission and functions, and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operates effectively within them; this includes the programs, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the organization. | GS-05-10 – Level 3 GS-11-13 – Level 4 GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
Technical Competency – Employee Relations | Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, case law, principles and practices related to employee conduct, performance and dispute resolution. | GS-05-10 – Level 3 GS-11-13 – Level 4 GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
Technical Competency – Labor Relations | Work that involves establishing and maintaining effective relationships – including the use of non-traditional collaborative approaches – with labor organizations that represent Federal employees, negotiating and administering labor agreements, and providing guidance and consultation to management on a variety of labor relations matters. | GS-05-10 – Level 3 GS-11-13 – Level 4 GS-14-15 – Level 5 |