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Clothing Design
Federal position creating designs for military uniforms, protective clothing, specialty apparel, and textile items used by armed forces and federal agencies.
What GS-0062 pays
2025 base rates, before locality. Most federal employees add a locality adjustment on top.
| Grade | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 | Step 8 | Step 9 | Step 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS-5 | $34,454 | $35,603 | $36,752 | $37,901 | $39,050 | $40,199 | $41,348 | $42,497 | $43,646 | $44,786 |
| GS-7 | $42,679 | $44,102 | $45,525 | $46,948 | $48,371 | $49,794 | $51,217 | $52,640 | $54,063 | $55,486 |
| GS-9 | $52,205 | $53,945 | $55,685 | $57,425 | $59,165 | $60,905 | $62,645 | $64,385 | $66,125 | $67,865 |
| GS-11 | $63,163 | $65,268 | $67,373 | $69,478 | $71,583 | $73,688 | $75,793 | $77,898 | $80,003 | $82,108 |
| GS-12 | $75,706 | $78,229 | $80,752 | $83,275 | $85,798 | $88,321 | $90,844 | $93,367 | $95,890 | $98,422 |
| GS-13 | $90,025 | $93,026 | $96,027 | $99,028 | $102,029 | $105,030 | $108,031 | $111,032 | $114,033 | $117,034 |
| GS-14 | $106,382 | $109,928 | $113,474 | $117,020 | $120,566 | $124,112 | $127,658 | $131,204 | $134,750 | $138,296 |
| GS-15 | $125,133 | $129,304 | $133,475 | $137,646 | $141,817 | $145,988 | $150,159 | $154,330 | $158,501 | $162,672 |
Base pay only. Locality pay adds 15 to 40 percent or more depending on where the job sits. Source: OPM 2025 General Schedule.
Qualification requirements
OPM's standard for GS-0062, as written.
Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions
Individual Occupational Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in clothing design, fashion design, textile design, or related field with coursework in design principles, textiles, pattern making, and garment construction
Education and Experience Requirements (Group Standard):
Professional positions in this series follow a two-grade interval pattern (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, GS-12).
| Grade | Education | Experience | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS-5 | Bachelor's degree in the applicable field from accredited college/university | N/A - Positive education requirement | N/A |
| GS-7 | 1 full year graduate education in applicable field OR Superior Academic Achievement | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 | Combinations of graduate education and experience |
| GS-9 | 2 years graduate education or master's degree in applicable field | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-7 | Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-7 requirement) and experience |
| GS-11 | 3 years graduate education or Ph.D. in applicable field | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 | Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-9 requirement) and experience |
| GS-12+ | Not applicable | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to next lower grade | N/A |
Superior Academic Achievement (for GS-7):
- Upper third of graduating class in college/university or major subdivision
- GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0 as recorded on official transcript, OR 3.5 or higher in major field
- Election to membership in national scholastic honor society
Graduate Education: One year of full-time graduate education is the number of credit hours the school determines represents 1 year of full-time study. If unavailable, 18 semester hours satisfies the 1-year requirement. Graduate education must be in or directly related to the work of the position.
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. For this series, specialized experience includes work in clothing design, fashion design, or textile development.
What this means if you served
- Write the duties, not the billet. OPM credits military experience on the work performed, and does not use rank or pay to judge specialized experience.
- Put the training and certifications you earned in service on the page. They count here.
- Claim your veterans preference on the application. It is not applied for you.
- No positive education requirement here, so qualifying experience can stand in for the education.
How to qualify for GS-0062
1Review Qualification Requirements
Read the OPM qualification standards above to understand the education and experience requirements for your target grade level.
2Find Your Grade Level
Grade follows the scope and complexity of the work you can document against the announcement, not the rank you held. OPM does not use military rank or pay when it evaluates specialized experience. Roughly: GS-5 entry, GS-7/9 junior, GS-11/12 journey, GS-13 and up senior.
3Gather Documentation
Collect your DD-214, SF-50 (if applicable), transcripts, certifications, and any training records that demonstrate your qualifications.
4Build Your Federal Resume
Two pages. USAJOBS has enforced that limit since 27 September 2025 and will not accept a longer resume from a Title 5 agency posting, so the space has to answer every qualification requirement. Include hours worked per week, supervisor contact details, and the accomplishments with numbers on them.
5Apply on USAJOBS
Search for open positions, carefully answer all assessment questions, and submit your application before the closing date.
Military jobs that map to this series
Services
While primarily focused on hospitality services, this role includes responsibilities related to uniform management and repair, which can transition to design and specification tasks.
Skills that carry over: Design Skills, Textile Knowledge, Fit Analysis.
Usually opens at: GS-7.
Your record can qualify you even when your code is not on this list. The crosswalk is a starting point, not the gate.
Typical duties
- Design uniforms and protective clothing
- Develop specifications for apparel
- Evaluate fabric and material performance
- Create technical drawings and patterns
- Coordinate with manufacturers
Key competencies
Design Skills
Ability to design functional and aesthetically appropriate clothing.
Pattern Development
Skill in creating and modifying clothing patterns.
Textile Knowledge
Understanding of fabric properties, durability, and performance.
Technical Drawing
Ability to create detailed technical specifications and drawings.
Fit Analysis
Skill in evaluating garment fit and making adjustments.
Manufacturing Knowledge
Understanding of clothing production processes.
Quality Standards
Knowledge of quality requirements for government clothing.
Cost Analysis
Ability to evaluate design options for cost-effectiveness.
Research Skills
Skill in researching new materials and design technologies.
Communication
Ability to work with manufacturers and explain design requirements.
Words the announcement will use
Use the ones your record actually supports. A rater is matching your experience against the specialized experience statement, and a keyword with nothing behind it does not survive that.
Questions about GS-0062
What is a Clothing Designer?
A GS-0062 Clothing Designer creates designs for military uniforms, protective clothing, and specialty apparel used by armed forces and federal agencies. These designers develop functional, durable clothing that meets specific performance requirements for various operational environments.
How much does a federal Clothing Designer make?
Clothing Designers earn between $52,205 (GS-9 Step 1) and $98,422 (GS-12 Step 10) under the 2025 GS pay scale. Most positions are GS-9/11/12, with senior designers and program leads potentially reaching GS-13. Locality adjustments add 15-30% depending on location.
What are the requirements for GS-0062 positions?
GS-0062 positions require education and/or experience in clothing design, textile science, or apparel development. Degrees in fashion design, textile engineering, or related fields qualify for entry-level positions. Higher grades require specialized experience in military or protective clothing design.
Can military experience substitute for education in GS-0062?
Military experience with uniform development, clothing logistics, or equipment design can support Clothing Designer qualifications. Those who worked in research and development, quartermaster units, or clothing repair facilities have relevant exposure. Combined with design education, military knowledge of operational clothing needs is valuable.
What is the career progression for Clothing Designer?
Clothing Designers typically enter at GS-9 and progress through GS-11/12 as they gain experience. Senior designers lead major uniform development programs. Advancement opportunities exist at agencies like the Defense Logistics Agency, Army Research Lab, and military service branches.
How do I apply for GS-0062 jobs on USAJOBS?
Search USAJOBS.gov for 'Clothing Designer' or '0062' series. These specialized positions are primarily at DoD research facilities and logistics agencies. Your federal resume should emphasize design portfolios, textile knowledge, and any experience with protective or performance clothing. CAD and pattern-making skills are important.
Ready to apply for GS-0062?
A rater matches your record against the announcement's specialized experience statement, inside two pages. BMR writes that shape from your own experience: competency headers, real scope, hours per week, and the supervisor detail the rater checks.