Work Unit Supervising

Qualification Standard for Supervisory Positions with Group Coverage for Clerical and Administrative Support

Individual Occupational Requirements for GS-0313:

This standard excludes supervisory positions requiring specialized knowledge of subordinate roles or performance of nonsupervisory duties from another series.

Experience Requirements: Applicants must demonstrate 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level showing knowledge and skills for supervisory duties. This includes demonstrated ability to:

• Motivated, trained, and worked effectively with subordinate employees
• Planned and carried out work effectively
• Accomplished the quality and quantity of work expected within set limits of cost and time
• Communicated effectively both orally and in writing
• Responded to and furthered management goals
• Developed improvements in or designed new work methods and procedures

Experience may come from work leader roles, senior clerk/technician positions, or similar assignments demonstrating significant responsibility and independence.

Experience and Education Requirements by Grade Level:

Note: Education substitution is generally not available for supervisory positions at GS-6 and above. Applicants must demonstrate supervisory experience and competencies.

General Experience: Progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire supervisory knowledge and skills.

Specialized Experience: Experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to supervise clerical and administrative support work, including planning, assigning, and reviewing work of subordinate employees.