Overview
The Delegated Examining (DE) Certification Program was developed by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for human resources professionals who are responsible for conducting competitive examinations and making selections for federal government positions. The program aims to ensure that these professionals have the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively carry out their duties in accordance with federal laws, regulations, and best practices.
How You Will Benefit
OPM’s Delegated Examining (DE) training course develops critical competencies for HR specialists to successfully execute DE activities, including conducting job analyses; accepting and processing applications; adjudicating veterans' preference; rating and ranking candidates; applying category rating procedures; and certifying eligibles. The training content includes learning content and workplace simulation through virtual instructor-led training.
Who Should Attend
HR specialists who perform delegated examining duties.
Additional Information
Participants must complete 2 virtual modules prior to virtual instructor-led training (VILT). You will be unable to access the VILT link until modules are completed. During the week of training, VILT is conducted Monday from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm; Tuesday-Thursday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; and Friday 8:30 am to noon.
HR Competencies Emphasized:
- Agency Staffing Policies & Procedures
- Application Processing
- Assessment Methods & Tools
- Attention to Detail
- Category Rating
- Certification & Selection
- Hiring Authorities
- Hiring Process Management
- HR Policy
- Job Analysis
- Merit System Accountability
- Public Notice/JOAs
- Recruitment/Placement
- Technical Documentation
- Veterans Preference
