TABLE OF CONTENTS
- What Are the ECQs?
- Our Ses Ecq Writing Crystallizes Your Leadership Skills
- Why Enlist Ecq Writing Services?
- Contact Us For More Information About Ecq Writing
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Career Pro and Lee are indispensable. I couldn’t have done my ECQs without them. I think I’m a good writer. I think many SES candidates are. But ECQs are a form of writing that most of us don’t have experience with; our writing skills don’t translate to this unusual genre. I drafted ECQs that I thought were really good – I thought I had followed all the OPM suggestions – but then the hiring agency critiqued my draft heavily. I wasn’t sure how to implement their suggestions for improvement, and I knew I didn’t have time to figure it out: I was slammed at work. So, I turned to Career Pro, and Lee did not disappoint. He was every bit as good as the reviews said he was. He rewrote my ECQs in ways that never would have occurred to me. They sailed through OPM on the first try. I can’t thank him enough. ECQ-writing really is an art form, and Lee is a master at it.
– Kevin L.
WHAT ARE THE ECQS?
In most cases, the federal government requires five ECQs for federal positions:
- Leading Change
- Leading People
- Results Driven
- Business Acumen
- Building Coalitions/Communications
Each SES ECQ statement is two executive leadership stories up to two pages of content. In these statements, you must provide strong examples of direct leadership experience to show how you address each of these factors. Leadership is more important than management in this context. We will work with you to prepare these detailed statements and will develop appropriate narratives that follow the federal government model for each individual factor, as shown:
- Challenge. Describe the specific problem or goal.
- Context. Refer to the individuals and groups you worked with, and/or the environment in which you worked, and how you overcame a particular challenge (e.g., clients, co-workers, Members of Congress, shrinking budget, low morale).
- Action. Discuss the specific actions you took in addressing a challenge.
- Result. Give specific examples of the results of your actions. These accomplishments demonstrate the quality and effectiveness of your leadership skills.
ECQ FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES:
These competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and must be reflected throughout your SES ECQs:
- Interpersonal Skills
- Oral Communication
- Continual Learning
- Written Communication
- Integrity/Honesty
- Public Service Motivation
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ECQ DEFINITIONS AND CHARTS
Below is a chart of each ECQ definition. We address your ECQ responses in this CCAR model, as described above, required by OPM, and incorporate the respective core competencies below into each ECQ, as well as the fundamental competencies.
How to Write ECQS (EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS)
| ECQ | Definitions | Competencies |
| Leading Change | This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continually changing environment. | Creativity and Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Vision |
| Leading People | This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization’s vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. | Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, Team Building |
| Results Driven | This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. | Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical Credibility |
| Business Acumen | This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. | Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Technology Management |
| Building Coalitions | This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other federal agencies, state and local governments, non-profit and private-sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. | Partnering, Political Savvy, Influencing/Negotiating |
Executive Core Qualifications must be written in a CCAR (Challenge-Context-Action-Result) formula and also must address the 28 competencies within the set of ECQs. Writing SES ECQs is both an art and science. Our signature ECQ builders coupled with one-on-one career coaching by our senior SES writers has led our clients to receive Office of Personnel Management (OPM)-certified ECQs that can be utilized for more than one SES application.
Just remember, it’s not what content and stories you wish to incorporate into your ECQ that counts, it’s how you present them through the lens of what OPM is looking for in your essays.
Client Testimonial:
“Barbara Adams was my initial point of contact and Lee was my career advisor and executive writer. Barbara worked quickly to qualify me and set the pace for my requirements and short suspense. Lee was simply fantastic and provided a professional, compelling, on-time application.
I will not hesitate to work with both professionals in the future. I strongly recommend CareerPro Global to anyone who is interested in advancing their career search with a professional, compelling resume that provides the critical competitive advantage required in today’s job market.” – JI, SES Candidate
How We Write SES ECQs to Get You Interviews:
The most important characteristic required in each ECQ is to provide content that is rich with examples that will crystallize your leadership skills and demonstrate how they can contribute to building a federal corporate culture that drives for results, serves customers, and builds successful teams and coalitions, both within and outside the federal agencies. You will not find a more experienced team of SES ECQ writers that is current with all federal agency development requirements and that will deliver a hard-hitting and interview-winning set of ECQs. The SES Writers team is also equipped to help you implement our top-notch tips into your SES application process.
Writing Executive Core Qualifications are required for entry to the Senior Executive Service (SES) and you must present a top-notch SES ECQ package that will be accepted by the QRB (Qualifications Review Board) within each federal agency and then receive approval from OPM.
Client Testimonial:
“I can’t imagine navigating this process alone. It’s an intense, introspective process that challenges your view of yourself and what you perceive to be your accomplishments. An objective expert that is on your side makes an incredible difference. The support and advice made this journey much less painful!” – Vikki S., SES Candidate
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WHY ENLIST ECQ WRITING SERVICES?
At first, you may think writing your ECQ yourself would be more efficient. You know your own experience, and you may think writing about it would prepare you for a potential interview or offer more insight into your work and what you want to do in the future.
In fact, writing an ECQ yourself could decrease your chances of getting the job or even securing an interview. The main issue is that you do not know how to write your ECQ through the lens of the QRB. You will be up against people who have used ECQ writing services to perfect their own statements. The agencies you submit to know exactly what they’re looking for in an ECQ and will pass you over if you don’t demonstrate the right qualities. In order to stand out from the competition, you need every advantage you can manage. We have been told and experienced first-hand that writing executive core qualifications is on the same scale as a Harvard writing assignment.
Hiring an ECQ writing service gives you that edge you need. At CareerPro Global, Inc., we have worked with thousands of senior executive service candidates and understand the best ways to command attention and interest with an ECQ. We draw on proven techniques that have worked for thousands of previous clients to craft the best ECQ possible. When you enlist our services, you make a commitment to getting that federal job. Here are just a few benefits of working with us:
- Saving time: It can take weeks to craft the best ECQs. If you currently have a job or care for your family, you don’t have that kind of time. Trusting us with the writing frees up your time for other pursuits. You get an excellent end product, but you don’t have to toil over it for hours.
- Gaining notice: We have written ECQs for so many people, we know what to say to be effective and capture attention. You can trust the quality of our writing because so many have used us before and received the results they wanted. We know the right words and phrasing to pique the interest of job screeners.
- Using the right format: We have created and formatted thousands of ECQs and understand the right lens that the QRB at OPM is expecting. We follow every guideline from the federal government and use all best practices. You don’t want your application to get overlooked or ignored because of a technicality. Our services ensure you stick to the rules.
- Staying focused: Too many ECQs wander from the topic. You can get caught up in what you’re writing about and fail to provide the evidence the government is looking for in your ECQ. Our writing services keep you on target. They ensure a laser focus on the topic at hand and skilled, smart writing that accurately presents your qualifications.
Applying for federal jobs takes a lot of time and effort, but the payoff is worth it when you land your dream job. You can’t leave anything to chance. That’s why so many people trust our ECQ writing services.
OUR ECQ WRITING PROCESS:
- OPM states in its SES guide that you can expect to devote 80 or more hours to develop your ECQs. Most executives do not have the time to spare, or the immediate knowledge of all the fundamental technical requirements, to put together a strong ECQ package. Not an easy task—even for the most accomplished writer.
- We require up to 10 or more hours of your time, as this is an interactive process, and at least 7 to 14 days to develop your entire application.
- Our signature ECQ builders will be emailed to you with instructions, the process, and a call from your Career Advisor, explaining the approach to follow when you flesh out your ECQs. These builders will guide you on each CCAR and required competencies for the specific ECQ.
- Your Career Advisor and Executive Writer will remain available to you for questions throughout the development process of your ECQs. Coaching, example selection, and assistance through the development of an ECQ is provided.
- Your Executive Writer will then ghostwrite each ECQ, ensuring the CCAR formula is followed and each core and fundamental competency is addressed.
- Your ECQs will then be sent to our in-house proofreaders/editors for professional proofreading.
- A draft will be presented to you for review, discussion, and any changes required.
- 10 business days are authorized after initial delivery of your ECQs to make additional changes.
HOW TO BEGIN THE SES ECQ WRITING PROCESS:
- Email or fax us a copy of your federal vacancy announcement, along with your resume.
- An executive Career Coach will contact you within 24 hours of receipt to discuss qualification criteria, timeline, costs, and path forward.
This review is FREE and we will determine if we can indeed qualify you to become one of the next SES leaders within the federal government.
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TAILORING YOUR SES APPLICATION PACKAGE FOR FUTURE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Once you have an excellent, professional SES package, you can apply for many announcements. After working with us, you will have a “Master SES Application” package that you can tailor to new positions, as needed. The Technical and Managerial factors may change, as will the job titles and announcement numbers, but you will use the rest of the package over and over again. You will be ready for the next SES job vacancy announcement!
In order to make the best impression, a consistent approach is very helpful. We recommend that you hire us to prepare all four sections on your behalf to present a consistent, job-winning package that will properly portray your skills and qualifications.
Our certified professional resume writers will work closely with you to identify the leadership skills, relevant experience, people skills, and achievements in your background and assemble the appropriate materials in the format expected by the federal government.
CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ECQ WRITING
ECQ writing services can help your application get the attention it deserves. Want to know more about the ECQ writing services we offer? Get in touch with us today to discuss your needs.
I received the QRB approval letter from OPM today. Jim, nice job with the ECQ’s – much appreciated!
– Terry S.
My ECQs were approved! Thank you for all your help (and patience with me).
– Bill, Department of the Treasury
