Generic Combinations of Factors from CIPMS PGS, Part 3

SIES-16-1

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-4 - 75 Points
Guidelines exist but judgment and ingenuity in interpreting the intent of these guides is required. May be required to make major or novel adaptations to existing guides in order to accomplish the mission of the element.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-3 - 95 Points
Responsible, directly or through subordinate supervisors for organizing, planning, and directing the work program of an element for which program objectives and limitations are established. At this level of supervision, a greater variety of work and activities requiring frequently shifting work assignments and diversified occupational specialties exist. May be required to alter the organizational structure of the element and work methods to meet changes in requirements and shifts in workload. Assigns and reassigns personnel and consults with superiors on major technical and administrative problems. Is responsible for the effective use of assigned personnel and for the quality and quantity of work produced.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-5 - 95 Points
Person-to-person Work Relationships are for the purpose of justifying, demanding, negotiating, or settling matters involving significant or controversial issues. Contacts are generally with high ranking officials both within and outside the Activity. The supervisor is expected to provide authoritative advice and guidance and to be a spokesman for the organization, and be able to win support for the organization's programs.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-4 - 125 Points
At this level of supervision, the incumbent is responsible for supervising an organization through one or more levels of subordinate supervisors. In addition to the authority to make changes in the organization of work within allowable costs and established policies, has the authority to develop plans and schedules for guidance of subordinate supervisors for the accomplishment of work to meet program goals, objectives, and broad priorities established by higher levels of management. Is responsible for defining quality standards and internal instructions and procedures, to establish operating guidelines for and to coordinate activities of subordinate supervisors relating to such matters as organizational structure, performance standards and work review, and reporting requirements to achieve goals and objectives of higher management. Has the authority to establish internal guidelines for and to approve, modify, or reject personnel actions of subordinate supervisors. Has full technical responsibility for the work of the organization.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-13)	65 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 455 (445 - 494 = previous GS-16)

SIES-16-2

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-4 - 75 Points
Guidelines exist but judgment and ingenuity in interpreting the intent of these guides is required. May be required to make major or novel adaptations to existing guides in order to accomplish the mission of the element.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-4 -125 Points
Responsible for directing and coordinating diverse work programs through intermediate levels of supervision. Within the framework of policy, determines organizational structure and approves work plans and methods. At this level, additional supervisory problems may exist such as subordinates located in widely separated locales; constantly changing assignments and deadlines; frequent, often abrupt and unexpected changes in work assignments and goals; a wide variety of occupations, each very distinct in and of itself; supervision of shift operations, i.e., activities that are carried out through two or more shifts. Work at this level requires the supervisor to be constantly adjusting to the unpredictable consequences of added pressure. Is responsible for the efficient and economical management of personnel and material resources.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-4 - 75 Points
Daily contact is required with personnel in a wide variety of Activity elements having mission related activities and occasionally with operating personnel within the intelligence community. Purpose of contacts is to resolve non-routine problems affecting the overall activities of the element. At this level, must be able to persuade or influence others to gain concurrence on major issues that affect the supervisor's element.
Degree D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-4 - 125 Points
At this level of supervision, the incumbent is responsible for supervising an organization through one or more levels of subordinate supervisors. In addition to the authority to make changes in the organization of work within allowable costs and established policies, has the authority to develop plans and schedules for guidance of subordinate supervisors for the accomplishment of work to meet program goals, objectives, and broad priorities established by higher levels of management. Is responsible for defining quality standards and internal instructions and procedures, to establish operating guidelines for and to coordinate activities of subordinate supervisors relating to such matters as organizational structure, performance standards and work review, and reporting requirements to achieve goals and objectives of higher management. Has the authority to establish internal guidelines for and to approve, modify, or reject personnel actions of subordinate supervisors. Has full technical responsibility for the work of the organization.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-12)	60 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 460 (445 - 494 = previous GS-16)

SIES-16-3

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-5 - 95 Points
Guidelines at this level have only limited applications in the most significant areas of work. Exercises a very high degree of originality and sound judgment in formulating, evaluating, and monitoring the organization's programs. When new concepts/technologies are developed, there are no precedents/guidelines on which to base or predict expected results and none that can be used to develop appropriate criteria, methods, procedures, and techniques. Exercises judgment and ingenuity in guiding personnel in the analysis of these unique problems, and in developing new and improved techniques and methods for the organization's mission are inherent of a position at this level.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-4 - 125 Points
Responsible for directing and coordinating diverse work programs through intermediate levels of supervision. Within the framework of policy, determines organizational structure and approves work plans and methods. At this level, additional supervisory problems may exist such as subordinates located in widely separated locales; constantly changing assignments and deadlines; frequent, often abrupt and unexpected changes in work assignments and goals; a wide variety of occupations, each very distinct in and of itself; supervision of shift operations, i.e., activities that are carried out through two or more shifts. Work at this level requires the supervisor to be constantly adjusting to the unpredictable consequences of added pressure. Is responsible for the efficient and economical management of personnel and material resources.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-4 - 75 Points
Daily contact is required with personnel in a wide variety of Activity elements having mission related activities and occasionally with operating personnel within the intelligence community. Purpose of contacts is to resolve non-routine problems affecting the overall activities of the element. At this level, must be able to persuade or influence others to gain concurrence on major issues that affect the supervisor's element.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-4 - 125 Points
At this level of supervision, the incumbent is responsible for supervising an organization through one or more levels of subordinate supervisors. In addition to the authority to make changes in the organization of work within allowable costs and established policies, has the authority to develop plans and schedules for guidance of subordinate supervisors for the accomplishment of work to meet program goals, objectives, and broad priorities established by higher levels of management. Is responsible for defining quality standards and internal instructions and procedures, to establish operating guidelines for and to coordinate activities of subordinate supervisors relating to such matters as organizational structure, performance standards and work review, and reporting requirements to achieve goals and objectives of higher management. Has the authority to establish internal guidelines for and to approve, modify, or reject personnel actions of subordinate supervisors. Has full technical responsibility for the work of the organization.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-12)	60 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 480 (445 - 494 = previous GS-16)

SIES-16-4

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-5 - 95 Points
Guidelines at this level have only limited applications in the most significant areas of work. Exercises a very high degree of originality and sound judgment in formulating, evaluating, and monitoring the organization's programs. When new concepts/technologies are developed, there are no precedents/guidelines on which to base or predict expected results and none that can be used to develop appropriate criteria, methods, procedures, and techniques. Exercises judgment and ingenuity in guiding personnel in the analysis of these unique problems, and in developing new and improved techniques and methods for the organization's mission are inherent of a position at this level.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-4 -125 Points
Responsible for directing and coordinating diverse work programs through intermediate levels of supervision. Within the framework of policy, determines organizational structure and approves work plans and methods. At this level, additional supervisory problems may exist such as subordinates located in widely separated locales; constantly changing assignments and deadlines; frequent, often abrupt and unexpected changes in work assignments and goals; a wide variety of occupations, each very distinct in and of itself; supervision of shift operations, i.e., activities that are carried out through two or more shifts. Work at this level requires the supervisor to be constantly adjusting to the unpredictable consequences of added pressure. Is responsible for the efficient and economical management of personnel and material resources.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-4 - 75 Points
Daily contact is required with personnel in a wide variety of Activity elements having mission related activities and occasionally with operating personnel within the intelligence community. Purpose of contacts is to resolve non-routine problems affecting the overall activities of the element. At this level, must be able to persuade or influence others to gain concurrence on major issues that affect the supervisor's element.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-4 - 125 Points
At this level of supervision, the incumbent is responsible for supervising an organization through one or more levels of subordinate supervisors. In addition to the authority to make changes in the organization of work within allowable costs and established policies, has the authority to develop plans and schedules for guidance of subordinate supervisors for the accomplishment of work to meet program goals, objectives, and broad priorities established by higher levels of management. Is responsible for defining quality standards and internal instructions and procedures, to establish operating guidelines for and to coordinate activities of subordinate supervisors relating to such matters as organizational structure, performance standards and work review, and reporting requirements to achieve goals and objectives of higher management. Has the authority to establish internal guidelines for and to approve, modify, or reject personnel actions of subordinate supervisors. Has full technical responsibility for the work of the organization.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-13)	65 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 485 (445 - 494 = previous GS-16)

SIES-17-1

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-5 - 95 Points
Guidelines at this level have only limited applications in the most significant areas of work. Exercises a very high degree of originality and sound judgment in formulating, evaluating, and monitoring the organization's programs. When new concepts/technologies are developed, there are no precedents/guidelines on which to base or predict expected results and none that can be used to develop appropriate criteria, methods, procedures, and techniques. Exercises judgment and ingenuity in guiding personnel in the analysis of these unique problems, and in developing new and improved techniques and methods for the organization's mission are inherent of a position at this level.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-4 -125 Points
Responsible for directing and coordinating diverse work programs through intermediate levels of supervision. Within the framework of policy, determines organizational structure and approves work plans and methods. At this level, additional supervisory problems may exist such as subordinates located in widely separated locales; constantly changing assignments and deadlines; frequent, often abrupt and unexpected changes in work assignments and goals; a wide variety of occupations, each very distinct in and of itself; supervision of shift operations, i.e., activities that are carried out through two or more shifts. Work at this level requires the supervisor to be constantly adjusting to the unpredictable consequences of added pressure. Is responsible for the efficient and economical management of personnel and material resources.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-5 - 95 Points
Person-to-person Work Relationships are for the purpose of justifying, demanding, negotiating, or settling matters involving significant or controversial issues. Contacts are generally with high ranking officials both within and outside the Activity. The supervisor is expected to provide authoritative advice and guidance and to be a spokesman for the organization, and be able to win support for the organization's programs.
Degree D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-4 - 125 Points
At this level of supervision, the incumbent is responsible for supervising an organization through one or more levels of subordinate supervisors. In addition to the authority to make changes in the organization of work within allowable costs and established policies, has the authority to develop plans and schedules for guidance of subordinate supervisors for the accomplishment of work to meet program goals, objectives, and broad priorities established by higher levels of management. Is responsible for defining quality standards and internal instructions and procedures, to establish operating guidelines for and to coordinate activities of subordinate supervisors relating to such matters as organizational structure, performance standards and work review, and reporting requirements to achieve goals and objectives of higher management. Has the authority to establish internal guidelines for and to approve, modify, or reject personnel actions of subordinate supervisors. Has full technical responsibility for the work of the organization.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-12)	60 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 500 (495 - 544 = previous GS-17)

SIES-17-2

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-5 - 95 Points
Guidelines at this level have only limited applications in the most significant areas of work. Exercises a very high degree of originality and sound judgment in formulating, evaluating, and monitoring the organization's programs. When new concepts/technologies are developed, there are no precedents/guidelines on which to base or predict expected results and none that can be used to develop appropriate criteria, methods, procedures, and techniques. Exercises judgment and ingenuity in guiding personnel in the analysis of these unique problems, and in developing new and improved techniques and methods for the organization's mission are inherent of a position at this level.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-4 -125 Points
Responsible for directing and coordinating diverse work programs through intermediate levels of supervision. Within the framework of policy, determines organizational structure and approves work plans and methods. At this level, additional supervisory problems may exist such as subordinates located in widely separated locales; constantly changing assignments and deadlines; frequent, often abrupt and unexpected changes in work assignments and goals; a wide variety of occupations, each very distinct in and of itself; supervision of shift operations, i.e., activities that are carried out through two or more shifts. Work at this level requires the supervisor to be constantly adjusting to the unpredictable consequences of added pressure. Is responsible for the efficient and economical management of personnel and material resources.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-5 - 95 Points
Person-to-person Work Relationships are for the purpose of justifying, demanding, negotiating, or settling matters involving significant or controversial issues. Contacts are generally with high ranking officials both within and outside the Activity. The supervisor is expected to provide authoritative advice and guidance and to be a spokesman for the organization, and be able to win support for the organization's programs.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-4 - 125 Points
At this level of supervision, the incumbent is responsible for supervising an organization through one or more levels of subordinate supervisors. In addition to the authority to make changes in the organization of work within allowable costs and established policies, has the authority to develop plans and schedules for guidance of subordinate supervisors for the accomplishment of work to meet program goals, objectives, and broad priorities established by higher levels of management. Is responsible for defining quality standards and internal instructions and procedures, to establish operating guidelines for and to coordinate activities of subordinate supervisors relating to such matters as organizational structure, performance standards and work review, and reporting requirements to achieve goals and objectives of higher management. Has the authority to establish internal guidelines for and to approve, modify, or reject personnel actions of subordinate supervisors. Has full technical responsibility for the work of the organization.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-13)	65 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 505 (495 - 544 = previous GS-17)

SIES-17-3

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-6 - 115 Points
The only available guidelines are broad statements of policy. Precedents are obscure or non-existent. A supervisor at this level has full and final technical responsibility for the work of the organization. Is responsible for developing plans and programs that sometimes are in advance of pioneering efforts requiring a great deal of ingenuity and originality to develop applications in specific areas of the organization's mission.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-4 - 125 Points
Responsible for directing and coordinating diverse work programs through intermediate levels of supervision. Within the framework of policy, determines organizational structure and approves work plans and methods. At this level, additional supervisory problems may exist such as subordinates located in widely separated locales; constantly changing assignments and deadlines; frequent, often abrupt and unexpected changes in work assignments and goals; a wide variety of occupations, each very distinct in and of itself; supervision of shift operations, i.e., activities that are carried out through two or more shifts. Work at this level requires the supervisor to be constantly adjusting to the unpredictable consequences of added pressure. Is responsible for the efficient and economical management of personnel and material resources.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-5 - 95 Points
Person-to-person Work Relationships are for the purpose of justifying, demanding, negotiating, or settling matters involving significant or controversial issues. Contacts are generally with high ranking officials both within and outside the Activity. The supervisor is expected to provide authoritative advice and guidance and to be a spokesman for the organization, and be able to win support for the organization's programs.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-4 - 125 Points
At this level of supervision, the incumbent is responsible for supervising an organization through one or more levels of subordinate supervisors. In addition to the authority to make changes in the organization of work within allowable costs and established policies, has the authority to develop plans and schedules for guidance of subordinate supervisors for the accomplishment of work to meet program goals, objectives, and broad priorities established by higher levels of management. Is responsible for defining quality standards and internal instructions and procedures, to establish operating guidelines for and to coordinate activities of subordinate supervisors relating to such matters as organizational structure, performance standards and work review, and reporting requirements to achieve goals and objectives of higher management. Has the authority to establish internal guidelines for and to approve, modify, or reject personnel actions of subordinate supervisors. Has full technical responsibility for the work of the organization.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-13)	65 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 525 (495 - 544 = previous GS-17)

SIES-17-4

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-6 - 115 Points
The only available guidelines are broad statements of policy. Precedents are obscure or non-existent. A supervisor at this level has full and final technical responsibility for the work of the organization. Is responsible for developing plans and programs that sometimes are in advance of pioneering efforts requiring a great deal of ingenuity and originality to develop applications in specific areas of the organization's mission.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-3 - 95 Points
Responsible, directly or through subordinate supervisors for organizing, planning, and directing the work program of an element for which program objectives and limitations are established. At this level of supervision, a greater variety of work and activities requiring frequently shifting work assignments and diversified occupational specialties exist. May be required to alter the organizational structure of the element and work methods to meet changes in requirements and shifts in workload. Assigns and reassigns personnel and consults with superiors on major technical and administrative problems. Is responsible for the effective use of assigned personnel and for the quality and quantity of work produced.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-6 - 115 Points
Person-to-person Work Relationships are to negotiate or solve issues relating to the most significant programs of the Activity. Must defend extremely controversial or critical long range plans of the Activity. These contacts would be at the highest levels of the Activity, with ranking officials of the other government agencies, or with executives of corporations having dealings with the Activity.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-5 - 150 Points
Incumbent directs through subordinate layers of supervision the work of major component of the Activity. Is accountable for developing program goals and plans for the organization independently or jointly with senior managers or their equivalent in a major component of the Activity and is held responsible for the success or failure of programs that have a direct bearing on major activities of the intelligence community. Determines resource needs and allocation, accounts for their effective rise, and determines the need for organizational changes which have considerable impact on the Activity (e.g., operating costs, key positions, etc.). Sets policy for the organization in such areas as determining program efforts with other key Activity elements or with the activities of other agencies. Delegates authority to subordinate supervisors and holds them responsible for the performance of their organizational elements. Has full and final technical responsibility for the work of the organization and its programs.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-12)	60 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 535 (495 - 544 = previous GS-17)

SIES-17-5

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-6 - 115 Points
The only available guidelines are broad statements of policy. Precedents are obscure or non-existent. A supervisor at this level has full and final technical responsibility for the work of the organization. Is responsible for developing plans and programs that sometimes are in advance of pioneering efforts requiring a great deal of ingenuity and originality to develop applications in specific areas of the organization's mission.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-3 - 95 Points
Responsible, directly or through subordinate supervisors for organizing, planning, and directing the work program of an element for which program objectives and limitations are established. At this level of supervision, a greater variety of work and activities requiring frequently shifting work assignments and diversified occupational specialties exist. May be required to alter the organizational structure of the element and work methods to meet changes in requirements and shifts in workload. Assigns and reassigns personnel and consults with superiors on major technical and administrative problems. Is responsible for the effective use of assigned personnel and for the quality and quantity of work produced.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-6 - 115 Points
Person-to-person Work Relationships are to negotiate or solve issues relating to the most significant programs of the Activity. Must defend extremely controversial or critical long range plans of the Activity. These contacts would be at the highest levels of the Activity, with ranking officials of the other government agencies, or with executives of corporations having dealings with the Activity.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-5 - 150 Points
Incumbent directs through subordinate layers of supervision the work of major component of the Activity. Is accountable for developing program goals and plans for the organization independently or jointly with senior managers or their equivalent in a major component of the Activity and is held responsible for the success or failure of programs that have a direct bearing on major activities of the intelligence community. Determines resource needs and allocation, accounts for their effective use, and determines the need for organizational changes which have considerable impact on the Activity (e.g., operating costs, key positions, etc.). Sets policy for the organization in such areas as determining program efforts with other key Activity elements or with the activities of other agencies. Delegates authority to subordinate supervisors and holds them responsible for the performance of their organizational elements. Has full and final technical responsibility for the work of the organization and its programs.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-13)	65 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 540 (495 - 544 = previous GS-17)

SIES-18-1

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-5 - 95 Points
Guidelines at this level have only limited applications in the most significant areas of work. Exercises a very high degree of originality and sound judgment in formulating, evaluating, and monitoring the organization's programs. When new concepts/technologies are developed, there are no precedents/guidelines on which to base or predict expected results and none that can be used to develop appropriate criteria, methods, procedures, and techniques. Exercises judgment and ingenuity in guiding personnel in the analysis of these unique problems, and in developing new and improved techniques and methods for the organization's mission are inherent of a position at this level.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-5 - 150 Points
Responsible for executing a primary mission of the Activity by managing and administering a group of major work programs. Is fully accountable for the economy and efficiency of operations for compliance with U.S. and Activity policy, and for attainment of program goals and objectives. The variety and nature of the work Supervised is often at the technical frontiers of not only the Activity but the intelligence community.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-6 - 115 Points
Person-to-person Work Relationships are to negotiate or solve issues relating to the most significant programs of the Activity. Must defend extremely controversial or critical long range plans of the Activity. These contacts would be at the highest levels of the Activity, with ranking officials of the other government agencies, or with executives of corporations having dealings with the Activity.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-4 - 125 Points
At this level of supervision, the incumbent is responsible for supervising an organization through one or more levels of subordinate supervisors. In addition to the authority to make changes in the organization of work within allowable costs and established policies, has the authority to develop plans and schedules for guidance of subordinate supervisors for the accomplishment of work to meet program goals, objectives, and broad priorities established by higher levels of management. Is responsible for defining quality standards and internal instructions and procedures, to establish operating guidelines for and to coordinate activities of subordinate supervisors relating to such matters as organizational structures performance standards and work review, and reporting requirements to achieve goals and objectives of higher management. Has the authority to establish internal guidelines for and to approve, modify, or reject personnel actions of subordinate supervisors. Has full technical responsibility for the work of the organization.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-13)	65 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 550 (545 - 600 = previous GS-18)

SIES-18-2

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-6 - 115 Points
The only available guidelines are broad statements of policy. Precedents are obscure or non-existent. A supervisor at this level has full and final technical responsibility for the work of the organization. Is responsible for developing plans and programs that sometimes are in advance of pioneering efforts requiring a great deal of ingenuity and originality to develop applications in.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-4 - 125 Points
Responsible for directing and coordinating diverse work programs through intermediate levels of supervision. Within the framework of policy, determines organizational structure an approves work plans and methods. At this level, additional supervisory problems may exist such as subordinates located in widely separated locales; constantly changing assignments an deadlines; frequent, often abrupt and unexpected changes in work assignments and goals; a wide variety of occupations each very distinct in and of itself; supervision of shift operations, i.e., activities that are carried out through two or more shifts. Work at this level requires the supervisor to be constantly adjusting the unpredictable consequences of added pressure. Is responsible for the efficient and economical management of personnel and material resources.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-6 - 115 Points
Person-to-person Work Relationships are to negotiate or solve issues relating to the most significant programs of the Activity Must defend extremely controversial or critical long range plans of the Activity. These contacts would be at the highest levels of the Activity, with ranking officials of the other government agencies, or with executives of corporations having dealings with the Activity.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-5 - 150 Points
Incumbent directs through subordinate layers of supervise the work of major component of the Activity. Is accountable f developing program goals and plans for the organization independently or jointly with senior managers or their equivalent in major component of the Activity and is held responsible for the success or failure of programs that have a direct bearing on major activities of the intelligence community. Determines resource needs and allocation, accounts for their effective use, a determines the need for organizational changes which ha considerable impact on the Activity (e.g., operating costs, k positions, etc.). Sets policy for the organization in such are as determining program efforts with other key Activity elements with the activities of other agencies. Delegates authority subordinate supervisors and holds them responsible for the performance of their organizational elements. Has full and final technical responsibility for the work of the organization and its programs.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-13)	65 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 570 (545 - 600 = previous GS-18)

SIES-18-3

Factor A. Guidelines	Degree A-6 - 115 Points
The only available guidelines are broad statements of policy. Precedents are obscure or non-existent. A supervisor at this level has full and final technical responsibility for the work of the organization. Is responsible for developing plans and programs that sometimes are in advance of pioneering efforts requiring a great deal of ingenuity and originality to develop applications in specific areas of the organization's mission.
Factor B. Scope and Variety of Operations	Degree B-5 - 150 Points
Responsible for executing a primary mission of the Activity by managing and a dministering a group of major work programs. Is fully accountable for the economy and efficiency of operations for compliance with U.S. and Activity policy, and for attainment of program goals and objectives. The variety and nature of the work Supervised is often at the technical frontiers of not only the Activity but the intelligence community.
Factor C. Work Relationships	Degree C-6 - 115 Points
Person-to-person Work Relationships are to negotiate or solve issues relating to the most significant programs of the Activity. Must defend extremely controversial or critical long range plans of the Activity. These contacts would be at the highest levels of the Activity, with ranking officials of the other government agencies, or with executives of corporations having dealings with the Activity.
Factor D. Supervision Exercised	Degree D-5 - 150 Points
Incumbent directs through subordinate layers of supervision the work of major component of the Activity. Is accountable for developing program goals and plans for the organization independently or jointly with senior managers or their equivalent in a major component of the Activity and is held responsible for the success or failure of programs that have a direct bearing on major activities of the intelligence community. Determines resource needs and allocation, accounts for their effective use, and determines the need for organizational changes which have considerable impact on the Activity (e.g., operating costs, key positions, etc.). Sets policy for the organization in such areas as determining program efforts with other key Activity elements or with the activities of other agencies. Delegates authority to subordinate supervisors and holds them responsible for the performance of their organizational elements. Has full and final technical responsibility for the work of the organization and its programs.
Factor E. Complexity of Work Supervised (GS-13)	65 Points
TOTAL POINTS - 595 (545 - 600 = previous GS-18)