In the job analysis process, a competency is a specific and measurable quality that an individual who performs a role must possess. Generally, identifying the competencies tied to each job is the ...

“General competencies reflect the cognitive and social capabilities (e.g., problem solving, interpersonal skills) required for job performance in a variety of occupations,” OPM stated in a ...

A total of 58 specific skill sets — including technical competencies and general competencies — were identified by OPM and may be used by agencies “as supported by a job analysis for ...