Assessment criteria — Commercial / Marketing Strategy P6+
P6 — Principal Professional
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01Delivers on: Influence cross-company pricing strategy
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02Delivers on: Represent company in industry panels
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03Delivers on: Drive strategic pricing initiatives
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04Delivers on: Engage with industry leaders
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05Delivers on: Shape industry standards
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06Performs to standard: Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.
O*NET task · observed · IM 4.57Rating frame (5-point )
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07Performs to standard: Send samples of clients' work and other promotional material to potential employers to obtain auditions, sponsorships, or endorsement deals.
O*NET task · observed · IM 4.49Rating frame (5-point )
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08Performs to standard: Keep informed of industry trends and deals.
O*NET task · observed · IM 4.28Rating frame (5-point )
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09Performs to standard: Conduct auditions or interviews to evaluate potential clients.
O*NET task · observed · IM 3.99Rating frame (5-point )
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10Performs to standard: Negotiate with managers, promoters, union officials, and other persons regarding clients' contractual rights and obligations.
O*NET task · observed · IM 3.99Rating frame (5-point )
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11Performs to standard: Confer with clients to develop strategies for their careers, and to explain actions taken on their behalf.
O*NET task · observed · IM 3.95Rating frame (5-point )
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12Performs to standard: Develop contacts with individuals and organizations, and apply effective strategies and techniques to ensure their clients' success.
O*NET task · observed · IM 3.86Rating frame (5-point )
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13Performs to standard: Schedule promotional or performance engagements for clients.
O*NET task · observed · IM 3.59Rating frame (5-point )
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14Performs to standard: Arrange meetings concerning issues involving their clients.
O*NET task · observed · IM 3.52Rating frame (5-point )
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15Performs to standard: Manage business and financial affairs for clients, such as arranging travel and lodging, selling tickets, and directing marketing and advertising activities.
O*NET task · observed · IM 3.5Rating frame (5-point )
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16Performs to standard: Hire trainers or coaches to advise clients on performance matters, such as training techniques or performance presentations.
O*NET task · observed · IM 3.43Rating frame (5-point )
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17Performs to standard: Prepare periodic accounting statements for clients.
O*NET task · observed · IM 3.42Rating frame (5-point )
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18Effectiveness at: Supervise employees.
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19Effectiveness at: Maintain data in information systems or databases.
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20Effectiveness at: Examine financial records.
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21Effectiveness at: Analyze business or financial data.
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22Effectiveness at: Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
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23Effectiveness at: Confer with personnel to coordinate business operations.
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24Effectiveness at: Correspond with customers to answer questions or resolve complaints.
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25Effectiveness at: Verify accuracy of records.
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26Effectiveness at: Establish organizational guidelines or policies.
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27Effectiveness at: Prepare financial documents.
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28Effectiveness at: Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.
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29Effectiveness at: Advise others on business or operational matters.
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30Effectiveness at: Investigate legal issues.
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31Effectiveness at: Assess financial status of clients.
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32Effectiveness at: Update professional knowledge.
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Performance standards at this level 21
What good looks like at this level, by dimension — verbatim level and JFM rubric text, with this profile's performance metrics attached where a real keyword match exists. Work activities are O*NET-derived (basis: derived).
Scope
canon · level dimension · observedOrganization-wide architecture and the hardest problems
Autonomy
canon · level dimension · observedDefines direction; minimal oversight
Complexity
canon · level dimension · observedStrategic, open-ended problems shaping the technical future
Impact
canon · level dimension · observedOrganization-wide
Decision rights
canon · level dimension · observedSets technical strategy for a major area
Leadership
canon · level dimension · observedRecognized authority; multiplies many teams
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Supervise employees.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Maintain data in information systems or databases.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Examine financial records.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Analyze business or financial data.
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O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Confer with personnel to coordinate business operations.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Correspond with customers to answer questions or resolve complaints.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Verify accuracy of records.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Establish organizational guidelines or policies.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Prepare financial documents.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Advise others on business or operational matters.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Investigate legal issues.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Assess financial status of clients.
Work activities
O*NET work activity · derivedEffectiveness at: Update professional knowledge.
Structured-interview dimensions
The work-style constructs a structured interview for this occupation should probe (importance-ranked). Pair with past-behavior questions and anchored rating scales — the evidence-backed format.
Level-calibrated behavioral anchors 28
Verbatim anchors from open leveled frameworks, mapped onto this profile's level (basis: derived — competency-scoped, not per-criterion). Use them to calibrate what "exceeds / meets" looks like at this level.
Creativity and Innovation
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedCreates new methods for planning, designing, and carrying out program objectives Organizes and leads cross-divisional work group in developing creative solutions to address problems Creates new units to streamline functions based on work flow analysis
External Awareness
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedProvides policy advice to officials which are consistent with local, national, and international policies and trends Reflects industry best practices in the development of agency-wide policies and procedures
Flexibility
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedAdjusts organizational priorities quickly as situations change Shifts agency goals and initiatives to align with administration and Congressional priorities
Resilience
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedResponds to setbacks by developing alternative approaches to determine the best course of action Maintains unit's effectiveness, quality, and morale during organizational change Cultivates internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies for obtaining funding from alternate sources following budget cuts
Strategic Thinking
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedLeads and directs a strategic planning team to address and outline the future direction of an organization Establishes strategic performance measures to allow the organization to continually assess and adjust program direction
Vision
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedDirects and provides guidance to managers to develop long-term strategic plan for the division Educates agency officials about new system and outlines how the long-term benefits align with agency goals Conducts workshop with employees, human resources staff, and customers to build a vision, strategy, and goals for the unit
Conflict Management
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedRecognizes conflict and takes steps to address issues by meeting with the involved parties Mitigates staff concerns regarding agency-wide issues by investigating allegations and taking appropriate action
Leveraging Diversity
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedBuilds a diverse staff with a variety of skills who function effectively to accomplish the mission of the organization Develops a creative initiative focused on recognizing the various dimensions of diversity to encourage inclusiveness in the workplace
Developing Others
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedRecommends details and developmental assignments to staff based on career interests and work unit needs Recognizes staff potential and guides employees in developing skills by recommending appropriate training and sources of information Works with staff to develop individual development plans addressing employee needs and meeting organizational goals
Team Building
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedPromotes cohesiveness of a dysfunctional team by defining roles and responsibilities of each team member and establishing overall objectives Leads teams to implement Congressional programs and interact with legislative representatives Motivates agency-wide team by assigning work based on team member skill level and area of interest
Accountability
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedProvides and promotes position information across divisions to educate staff on respective duties, performance expectations, and consequent impact on accomplishment of agency goals Holds staff accountable for new performance standards and expectations by taking action with employees not meeting standards
Customer Service
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedAnticipates growing customer needs and expectations to continuously improve product development and service delivery Creates work group consisting of stakeholders and neutral parties to develop solutions to customer service barriers
Decisiveness
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedChanges course of action despite public support when new information indicates previous strategy would not succeed Makes timely decisions using available information regarding severe operating budget reductions including possible reductions in force (RIFs)
Entrepreneurship
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedTakes calculated risks by creating new and innovative business lines Conducts research and develops business proposals resulting in a high return on investment
Problem Solving
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedSynthesizes information from internal and external sources to develop an action plan addressing program issues Addresses systemic barriers inhibiting the achievement of results by forming teams to conduct focus groups and develop solutions
Technical Credibility
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedProvides expertise in technical subject area to an organization or team Develops technical portions of agency guidelines for internal and external use Evaluates, incorporates, and communicates the latest developments in specialty area through agency guidelines and criteria Provides technical expertise in the design and implementation of agency-wide projects
Financial Management
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedDevelops and implements new procurement system to support agency program within time and budgetary constraints Ensures financial commitments and deadlines are met by facilitating and assessing processes, situations, and issues and takes corrective action, as needed Considers implications of financial decisions and suggests methods for meeting needs of staff and the organization overall Develops, justifies, and manages organization- wide budgets for annual projects and programs
Human Capital Management
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedDevelops rewards system to recognize the impact of employee contributions to the organization Identifies creative strategies to recruit employees with the required skills and qualifications, despite having limited resources Identifies mission critical occupations and associated competencies needed to perform organizational functions
Technology Management
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedImproves ability of agency to gather and act on data from stakeholders by using online surveys and related IT tools Improves agency productivity by expanding the use of existing IT applications for use by clients and staff
Partnering
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedCollaborates with headquarters, regional offices, and key stakeholders to implement new initiatives Partners with various parties by sharing information and resources across multiple levels to establish new programs
Political Savvy
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedEnsures staff understands documentation and required metrics to analyze political issues Meets with community leaders to discuss political issues and address concerns Establishes a clear vision for the organization by meeting with managers agency-wide to ensure initiatives are understood Addresses controversial political issues by conducting research and considering best practices
Influencing/Negotiating
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedNegotiates with leaders for changes to reorganization design based on feedback from subordinates Develops plan and convinces high-level agency officials to adopt approach by meeting with officials to explain points Guides a team of experts to provide advice on, and build credibility for, a multi-level negotiation process
Interpersonal Skills
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedTreats individuals from all levels of the agency with courtesy and sensitivity Meets with staff and listens to their perspective on organizational policies and procedures
Oral Communication
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedConducts presentations and briefings for high- level agency officials Presents, explains, and defends agency positions and proposals to staff and stakeholders
Integrity/Honesty
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedInstills a climate of trust by admitting own mistakes and taking responsibility for one's actions Discusses potential ethical problems and wrong- doing with employees and responds appropriately
Written Communication
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedWrites complex technical reports using clear terminology and a concise format for use by high- level decision makers Reviews technical reports, edits materials, and provides suggestions to improve clarity while ensuring documents are targeted to the intended audience
Continual Learning
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedCompletes leadership development program including training, coaching, and mentoring opportunities and applies key learnings Arranges and completes rotational assignment meeting own developmental goals and aligning with organizational strategies
Public Service Motivation
OPM Leadership Proficiency Levels · Level 4 - AdvancedPartners with community leaders to develop neighborhood action plans Cultivates relationships with community stakeholders to validate usefulness of proposed products and services
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