Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), SES resumes, TQs/PTQs, and federal executive application packages written by specialists who speak the language of review boards.
Work one-on-one with an executive-level writer or former federal HR reviewer. We translate your leadership record into compelling CCAR narratives that show enterprise scope, complexity, and measurable results.
Everything you need to present a persuasive, standards-compliant SES application.
Context, challenge, action, and result: clear, outcome-focused narratives are essential components.
Discreet intake, NDA on request, strict handling of sensitive materials.
Reliable 3–5 business day turnaround; rush support for urgent announcements.
Collaborate until it’s right, unlimited edits for 14 days after first draft.
Targeted documents for SES and senior federal roles.
Our clients’ results speak for themselves. Read what senior federal leaders say about our ECQ narratives, SES resumes, and TQ/PTQ responses. Use the filters to browse feedback by role, agency, or service and find the insights you need.
A focused, collaborative process from intake to submission.
Free consultation to review your target announcement, eligibility, and timeline. We map your leadership wins to ECQs using the CCAR model (Context–Challenge–Action–Result) and outline the strongest examples. You’ll receive a clear plan, document list, and schedule.
We craft your SES resume, ECQ narratives, and any TQs/PTQs to OPM/USAJOBS standards. First drafts are typically delivered in 3–5 business days. You review and we refine, unlimited revisions for 14 days, until the package is precise, persuasive, and aligned to the vacancy.
We proof, format, and ready your documents for USAJOBS submission, then guide you through application steps and assessment questionnaires. Optional add-ons: executive bio, LinkedIn optimization, and interview coaching so you walk into the next stage confident.
We are the premier choice among SES Resume Writers, offering unparalleled expertise from a team that includes Former Federal HR Reviewers and certified executive coaches. When your future depends on passing the board review, trust the specialists who know exactly what the OPM is looking for in your Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), TQs, and federal resume.
The path to the Senior Executive Service is notoriously competitive. The primary reason even the most qualified candidates are often deemed “Tentatively Qualified Rejected” (TQR) is documentation that does not precisely match federal mandates.
The OPM requires specific, detailed evidence of your executive-level capabilities, presented in the required Challenge-Context-Action-Result (CCAR Narratives) format. Federal reviewers demand proof that you have mastered the Five ECQs: Leading Change, Leading People, Results Driven, Business Acumen, and Building Coalitions.
Our strategic approach ensures alignment by:
Mastering the CCAR Model: Clearly demonstrating specific, quantifiable results as stipulated by OPM guidance (see OPM Guidance on Executive Development).
Adhering to OPM Benchmarks: Ensuring every narrative addresses the fundamental competencies within each ECQ, directly mirroring OPM definitions.
Distilling Decades of Experience: Condensing complex career achievements into compelling, tightly written narratives that align with the maximum page requirements.
Our Certified SES Writers deliver documents precision-aligned with OPM expectations, optimizing them for acceptance by the executive review board.
We offer a focused selection of services designed to address every critical document required for your federal job application submission via USAJOBS.
The Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) are the non-negotiable heart of your SES package. We don’t just edit—we partner with you to strategically select and develop five distinct, robust CCAR narratives that showcase your proficiency in all 28 underlying executive competencies. We structure your content to strictly align with the competency definitions for:
Leading Change: Strategic thinking, organizational vision, and creativity.
Leading People: Conflict management, delegation, and team building.
Results Driven: Accountability, decisiveness, and customer service.
Business Acumen: Financial management, technology utilization, and human resources.
Building Coalitions: Partnering, political savvy, and influencing/negotiation.
The SES Resume is fundamentally different from a corporate curriculum vitae. It must be detailed, comprehensive, and perfectly formatted to navigate the stringent USAJOBS screening process. Our SES Resume Writers ensure your document:
Highlights the scope and complexity of your leadership roles, in accordance with federal length guidelines.
Clearly maps your experience to the OPM requirements and the specific position announcement (often found in Agency Vacancy Announcements).
Delivers a compelling career history aligned with the structure expected by federal HR.
Many announcements also require Technical Qualifications (TQs) or Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQs) that are specific to the agency or role. We excel at integrating these specialized requirements with your overarching ECQ narratives, ensuring a seamless package that adheres to the unique mandates of the hiring agency (e.g., DoD TQ Guidelines).
For candidates targeting GS-15, Senior Leader (SL), or Senior Professional (SP) roles, the federal application still requires specialized writing. We leverage our expertise in OPM expectations to prepare high-impact federal resumes that secure interviews, setting the stage for you.
Our proprietary methodology is designed for efficiency and success, leveraging the insider knowledge of our Certified SES Writers and Former Federal HR Reviewers.
Discovery & Strategy Session: We begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your career history, target SES position, and identify your strongest executive achievements—your “raw material” for the CCAR narratives—ensuring the content aligns with OPM’s definition of executive experience.
Achievement Development: Our writers work with you to expand on key accomplishments, gathering the specific, measurable details necessary to satisfy the CCAR model framework, as detailed in OPM’s Guide to SES Qualifications.
Drafting & ECQ/QRB Alignment Review: We meticulously draft your ECQs, SES Resume, and TQs, focusing on integrating the required competencies and strictly adhering to OPM length and content guidelines. Every document is reviewed internally by a Former Federal HR Reviewer to verify ECQ/CCAR compliance before delivery.
Client Collaboration & Finalization: You receive a polished draft for your review. We work with you on revisions until the package is finalized and strategically aligned for federal submission and QRB readiness.
Submission Readiness: You receive your final package, perfectly formatted and ready to submit to USAJOBS, giving you the strongest possible chance of being recommended for QRB certification.
Choosing an ECQ Writing Service is a critical career decision. You need a partner with proven success in the highly specialized world of federal executive documentation.
Our team is comprised of seasoned professionals who have successfully navigated the federal system or have served on the hiring side. We leverage the unique perspective of a federal reviewer to ensure your documents resonate with the board.
Former Federal HR Reviewers: Our insight into what OPM boards prioritize allows us to tailor your documents for maximum impact. This deep knowledge of federal screening and QRB requirements is our core advantage.
Focus on the SES and ECQs: Our specialization in the Five ECQs means our expertise is unparalleled in this niche, leading to a consistently high success rate for clients achieving ECQ certification and advancing their executive careers across various federal agencies, including DoD, VA, and DHS.
We verify that our documents meet the fundamental structure and content requirements set forth by the OPM. Our process ensures your application is strategically positioned for success during the Qualification Review Board process—allowing your qualifications to be judged solely on merit. This focus on verifiable OPM alignment is the hallmark of a truly expert ECQ Writing Service.
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