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The Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program seeks eligible individuals for assessment and potential subsequent selection as Finalists to obtain appointments as Fellows in the Federal Government. Thoroughly review this announcement and the Become a PMFsectionon the PMF website at https://www.pmf.gov for information about eligibility, application process, assessment process, and the application timeline. To apply, follow the instructions under the "How to Apply" section below.
Learn more about this agency09/28/2021 to 10/12/2021
$60,129 - $113,362 per year
GS 9 - 12
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Presidential Management Fellows
Full-time
Excepted
13
No
No
PMF-2022
615668000
Those applicants selected as Finalists will be able to search for PMF appointment opportunities offered by participating Federal agencies. Additional details can be found under the Become a PMF\Find a Job section on the PMF website.
The program requires the possession of an advanced degree. For further information see the Qualifications section.
Information about the 2022 PMF application timeline can be found under the Become a PMF\2022 Application section on the PMF website. NOTE: The timeline is subject to change; please check the PMF website frequently for any updates.
The PMF Program is highly competitive. Last year, over 6,800 applications were received and 551 Finalists were selected. On average, over the past ten years, 60-70% of Finalists obtain PMF appointments. Information about the assessment process can be found under the a Become a PMF\Assessment Process section on the PMF website.
The PMF Program Office has prepared a "PMF Applicant Handbook" for applicants that details the annual application process, explains the eligibility requirements, required documentation, and provides an overview of the assessment process. The Handbook can be founder under the Become a PMF\Resources section on the PMF website. The previous, separate "PMF Assessment Preparation Guide" has now been integrated into the Handbook and includes sample questions.
All required and supporting documentation must be submitted by Noon, Eastern Time, on the closing date of this announcement.
All program communications are conducted via email. Please ensure the email address provided is current and accessible throughout the application, assessment, and selection process. Please add the following email addresses to your "allowed" or "safe" list:
no-reply@apply.pmf.gov, no-reply@portal.pmf.gov, pmfapplication@opm.gov, and pmf@opm.gov.
Previous Applicants: Individuals who previously applied for the PMF Program but were not selected as a Finalist, or current Finalists who have not been appointed, may reapply as long as they meet eligibility requirements. Current Finalists who reapply will forfeit their status upon starting an application and starting the online assessment.
The PMF Program Office is unable to review or pre-approve applicant documents prior to or during the application process. Please follow the instructions provided.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
As of 1:50 p.m. 09/29/2021, we have updated the announcement to clarify the instructions for the online assessment.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be redirected to the Apply Site of the PMF Talent Management System (TMS) to apply (see "How to Apply" below). Applicants will be asked to submit their resume, advanced degree transcript (and/or alternative), and supporting documents for any claims for veterans' preference or Indian preference. Applicants must also complete all parts of the online assessment. Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation for the online assessment must make the request and provide supporting documentation prior to commencing the assessment.
To determine if you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements, we review your resume, advanced degree transcript (and/or alternative), supporting documents for any claimed preference(s), and responses to the online assessment. The score you receive for the assessment process is a measure of the degree to which you demonstrate the competencies required.
Those applicants selected as Finalists may be eligible for two-year PMF appointments in the excepted service. The PMF Program Office has defined the eligibility period (per 5 CFR §362.404(a)(3)) as Finalists having an appointment eligibility period of 12 months from the date of selecting Finalists and any approved appointment eligibility extension as described on the PMF website.
Reasonable Accommodations:
Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation for the online assessment when applying to the PMF Program. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities as appropriate, as defined in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Decisions on reasonable accommodation requests are made on a base-by-case basis. Please refer to the Become a PMF/Assessment Process section on the PMF website at https://www.pmf.gov and the "PMF Applicant Handbook" for more information about the reasonable accommodation request process.
You can only request an accommodation for the online assessment during the application process and prior to starting the assessment. Requests must be received before this announcement closes to be considered. If you indicate a need for reasonable accommodation(s) to complete the online assessment, the application system will not allow you to proceed with the online assessment until you receive a decision from us or you delete your request.
All applicants must submit a resume and an advanced degree transcript (and/or alternative) to be considered for this year's announcement. If applicable, applicants claiming veterans' preference, Indian preference, and/or requesting reasonable accommodations must submit supporting documentation as part of their application before this announcement closes.
Applicants currently completing their advanced degree should submit a transcript showing the portion of the advanced degree completed to date. Transcripts may be official or unofficial copies; however, they must be legible, in English, and contain the minimum following information:
Applicants are to go to the Apply Site to create an applicant user account and apply. The Apply Site is part of the PMF TMS (Talent Management System). Applicants should estimate 2 to 3 hours to complete the entire application and assessment process. The application system only allows one applicant account to be associated to an email address and applicants can only submit one application. All sections of the application must be completed, certified, and submitted by Noon, Eastern Time, on the closing date of this announcement.
NOTE: The opening and closing time of this announcement is Noon (Eastern Time).
1. Instructions - Applicants should review the following before beginning the process:
- Review this announcement and the instructions on how to apply.
- Thoroughly review the "PMF Applicant Handbook", and "Become a PMF" section on the PMF website, including the Frequently Asked Questions.
- Ensure your system and browser complies with application and online assessment requirements, as specified under the "Become a PMF\Application Process" section on the PMF website.
- Follow the online instructions provided on how to submit documents. You may need to merge similar documents and upload to a single category (for example, combine the transcript and alternative showing required elements) into a single "Advanced Degree Transcript (and/or Alternative)" file . File size is limited to 3MB for each file.
2. Resume - Applicants must submit a resume as part of their application. Resumes can be in any format. Additional information, along with minimum requirements, can be found in the "PMF Applicant Handbook" and under the "Become a PMF\Application Process\Application Tips" section on the PMF website.
3. Transcript - Applicants must submit an advanced degree transcript (and/or alternative) as part of this application process. Further information on this requirement, along with required information, can be found in the "PMF Applicant Handbook" and under the "Become a PMF\Application Process\Application Tips" section on the PMF website. Applicants also have the option to submit an undergraduate degree transcript, which is encouraged but not required.
4. Claiming Veterans' Preference (if applicable) - Applicants claiming veterans' preference must submit supporting documentation for adjudication. For more information on how veterans' preference is applied in the PMF Program, including document requirements, review the "Become a PMF\Eligibility\Veterans' Preference" section on the PMF website.
5. Reasonable Accommodation Requests - Applicants requesting a reasonable accommodation for the online assessment must describe their disability and functional limitations in relation to their performance when filling out the eligibility section of the application and provide supporting documentation under the upload documents section from a qualified professional before the closing date of the announcement. Additional information can be found in the "PMF Applicant Handbook", and under the "Become a PMF\Assessment Process" section on the PMF website.
6. Online Assessment - During the application process, all applicants must complete all parts of the online assessment. Applicants should anticipate approximately 2 hours for completing this portion. The "PMF Applicant Handbook" is available under the "Become a PMF\Resources" section on the PMF website. The Handbook explains the assessment process, sample questions, system and browser requirements, and reasonable accommodations.
7. Submit Application - Applicants will be prompted to certify their responses and that they completed their entire application and online assessment without assistance. If an applicant fails to certify the responses, the application will not be considered submitted. After submission of an application, applicants can (1) make edits to their personal contact information up until Finalists are announced, and (2) access their application to upload new or updated documents up until the application closes. Veteran applicants can access their application to upload new or updated supporting documents for their claim to veterans' preference up to 2 weeks after the application closes. NOTE: Only one application is allowed.
Once you have reviewed these instructions entirely, please click on the following link to create an applicant user account on the Apply Site of the PMF TMS and to apply: https://apply.pmf.gov/
Once the announcement closes, the PMF Program Office will review and adjudicate applicants, and select Finalists. Announcement of Finalists can take approximately 6 weeks after the application period closes. Monitor the PMF website for any announcements and/or updates to the application timeline.
Once Finalists are officially selected, applicants will be notified via email and can check their application status under the "PMF Application Status" of their applicant user account on the Apply Site of the PMF TMS.
Because PMF appointment opportunities for Finalists are agency-specific, the position may include the following: promotion potential up to the GS-13 (or equivalent) or higher, appointment at the supervisory level, a range of travel requirements, the potential for student loan repayment pursuant to the Federal Student Loan Repayment Program, a recruitment or relocation incentive, and/or other benefits (e.g., Transit Benefit Program, telework/flexible schedules). Every PMF appointee must undergo a background investigation and be adjudicated suitable for Federal employment. The level of background investigation and the need for any national security adjudication will be dependent on the PMF position and is agency-specific.
Federal agencies that participate in the PMF Program can be identified by those having a designated Agency PMF Coordinator. The list of Agency PMF Coordinators can be found on the PMF website or by going to https://apply.pmf.gov/coordinators.aspx.
Applicants needing help desk support during the application should click on the Help link appearing on the application. The phone number listed on this announcement is for technical support only.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/615668000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Are you currently pursuing or have you recently completed your advanced degree (Master's, PhD, JD)? Are you interested in an exciting and rewarding career in public service, and are you ready to lead in confronting the nation's challenges in public health, national security, environment, education, and more? Look no further than the PMF Program. The Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program is the Federal Government's premier leadership development program for advanced degree candidates across all disciplines. It is a two-year fellowship with full salary and benefits that can lead to a career in the Federal Government. The program works with over 100 Federal agencies to place Fellows. By drawing graduate students from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, the PMF Program provides a continuing source of trained individuals to meet the future challenges of public service.
