NOTE: You must meet qualification requirements, including any requirements described in the Education section, by the closing date of this announcement. In addition to the basic entry education requirements, you must have specialized experience and/or directly related education as described below: To qualify for the GS-15 level, you must have 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level defined as developing operational goals, timelines, and plans for completing mission essential tasks; identifying and resolving performance issues and devising strategies for improvement; and representing the Regional Administrator and region's interests on national forums and to external stakeholders. You will need the following competencies in order to perform the duties of this position successfully: Human Capital Management.* Planning and Evaluating. Policy Planning and Execution. Critical Thinking. Decision Making. Managing Employees.* Performance Measurement. Leadership.* Customer Service.* Interpersonal Skills.* Stakeholder Management. Strategic Thinking. Written Communication. Personnel and Human Resources. Attention to Detail.* HR Information Systems.* Clerical.* Oral Communication.* *You will be evaluated on these critical competencies. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. *If you have part-time work experience, read this: Part-Time Experience.