Approved by the Competency Modeling Validation Review Board on June 1, 2015.
Competency | Definition | Proficiency Level | Remarks |
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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 – n/a GS-11-13 – n/a GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
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External Awareness | Identifies and keeps up-to-date on key agency policies/priorities and economic, political, and social trends which affect the organization; understands where the organization is headed and how to make a contribution. | GS-05-10 – n/a GS-11-13 – n/a GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
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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 – n/a GS-11-13 – n/a GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
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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 – n/a GS-11-13 – n/a GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
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Vision | Envisions a long-term view and initiates organizational change for the future; builds the vision with others; spots opportunities to move the organization toward the vision. | GS-05-10 – n/a GS-11-13 – n/a GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
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Technical Competency – Program Management | Manages a program area for an organization that may consist of multiple projects and programs across a broad spectrum of functional specialties such as financial management, policy development, organizational development, quality management, and/or performance metrics; directs related resources, personnel and activities. | GS-05-10 – n/a GS-11-13 – n/a GS-14-15 – Level 5 |
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Technical Competency – Personnel & Human Resources | Knowledge of hiring, classification, benefits, labor relations, negotiation, and federal, state, and local employment regulations. | GS-05-10 – n/a GS-11-13 – n/a GS-14-15 – Level 5 | Human Resources Officer ONLY |
Technical Competency – Human Capital Management | Management of Human Capital Programs specific to organizational needs including, workforce planning, competency management, work life program management, and employee training. | GS-05-10 – n/a GS-11-13 – n/a GS-14-15 – Level 5 | Human Capital Program Manger ONLY |