Candidate Development Programs Some, but not all, Federal agencies have Candidate Development Programs to identify potential executive talent. However, graduates are not guaranteed an SES position. Announcements for these programs appear at the end of the SES Vacancy Announcements listing. When describing their Resources Planning and Management qualifications, applicants are reminded to include a description of their competency in information technology and using management information systems. Some agencies also have agency-specific executive qualifications, beyond OPM's required ECQs.
Agencies list the qualifications requirements for the position in their vacancy announcements.
Applicants need to obtain a copy of the agency's vacancy announcement to respond to these requirements. Recruitment Area Agencies determine how to fill a vacant SES position. A separate section of the SES Vacancy Announcements lists specific SES mobility opportunities as they become available. OPM coordinates these opportunities, which are open only to current career SES members. SES members may apply directly to agencies for any of the other SES vacancies listed.