OPM has identified five executive core qualifications (ECQs). The executive core qualifications define the competencies needed to build a federal corporate culture that drives for results, serves …

When it comes to executive core qualifications (ECQs), Harvard Kennedy School offers a suite of programs to meet the professional training needs of U.S. federal managers and their military, …

While the preparation of the traditional 10-page narrative Executive Core Qualifications is no longer required, ECQ language and achievements must be incorporated into SES resumes.

Jan 21, 2025 · In a memo announcing the changes to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Acting Director Rob Shriver noted the updated competencies will …

Anyone is eligible to apply to an SES position (as long as you're a U.S. citizen or national), but to be qualified, you must meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). The ECQs help determine if …

Jun 23, 2025 · For the first time in nearly two decades, the federal government has overhauled the process and criteria used to evaluate SES candidates through the ECQs. Here’s what you need to …

this publication were issued in September 1997. The new ECQ’s are based on extensive research of the attributes of successful executives in both the private and public sectors; they are a collaboration, …

Dec 16, 2025 · Executive core qualifications (ECQs) are vital credentials for senior professionals in federal institutions. These competencies assert an exceptional level of experience and expertise in …

Feb 25, 2025 · OPM is updating the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) effective July 1, 2025. Learn what’s changing, why it matters, and how to craft winning ECQs that align with the new framework.

Jul 1, 2025 · I am pleased to announce the release of an updated Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) model. This is the first major update in over 15 years, and it positions the federal government to …