What is a gs12?

GS-12 is the 12th paygrade in the General Schedule (GS) payscale, the payscale used to determine the salaries of most civilian government employees. The GS-12 pay grade is generally held by white-collar employees in mid-level positions.

What is gs12 equivalent to?

At the Entry Level

That's equivalent to a private in the U.S. Army or a seaman recruit in the U.S. Navy. GS-2 is the next grade, roughly the same as a private 2 in the army or a seaman apprentice in the navy.

How do you qualify for GS-12?

For example, to qualify for a GS-12 grade (or equivalent) level, you must have a minimum of 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to a GS-11 grade (or equivalent) level.

Is GS-12 good pay?

Starting salary for a GS-12 employee is $68,299.00 per year at Step 1, with a maximum possible base pay of $88,792.00 per year at Step 10. The hourly base pay of a Step 1 GS-12 employee is $32.73 per hour¹.

How high is a gs12?

Starting salary for a GS-12 employee is $66,167.00 per year at Step 1, with a maximum possible base pay of $86,021.00 per year at Step 10.

Is GS-13 hard to get?

GS-13 is not that hard to get for most, although for most it does take many years. GS-14 is highly competitive and the GS-14 positions are not that great in numbers. GS-15 is even harder to achive and there are far fewer GS-15 postions than GS-14s.

Is GS-12 a high position?

The GS-12 pay grade is generally held by white-collar employees in mid-level positions. GS-12 is the highest grade one can achieve before the position becomes "Career Competitive" meaning that the position must be listed on USAJobs.gov and be available any qualified U.S. citizen to apply.

Can you jump from GS-12 to GS-14?

You are correct; you can apply on an open to public external announcement, as a GS12 for GS14 position, make sure there are no restrictions listed in the job announcement.

How long does it take to go from GS-12 to GS-13?

This all happened within two years. 52 weeks/one year is the minimum, unless and until they do away with time in grade requirements. Once you reach the minimum, it's when your supervisor decides you are ready.

Are GS jobs worth it?

If you have a security clearance from your government job, you will be a prime candidate for many contractors that work on classified projects. So yes, it is still worth getting a government job. Just don't expect it to lock in a clear path to a satisfying career.

How do you become a GS-13?

How do I get a promotion to GS-13? Within the GS scale, promotions between grades (like a promotion from GS-12 to GS-13) come from advancing up the "career ladder" associated with a position, or by moving to a job with a higher starting pay grade then your current GS grade.

How hard is it to get a GS-14 job?

To qualify for a position at the GS-14 level, you must have a minimum of one year of experience at the GS-13 level. Depending on the position, candidates may be able to substitute education for some of the required experience. Job titles for GS-14 employees include the following: Administrative officer.

Is a GS-13 a good job?

The GS-13 pay grade is generally reserved for top-level positions such as supervisors, high-level technical specialists, and top professionals holding advanced degrees. Positions at GS-13 and above are known as Career Competitive.

Can a GS-11 apply for a GS-13?

Technically you could apply for the grade 13 however you cannot use your government experience as a grade 11 to qualify for the grade 13.

Can you go from GS 5 to GS 7?

Yes you can apply for a GS-7 after one year as a GS-5.

Are GS Promotions automatic?

Promotions are not automatic. Several factors are considered in the promotion. One is the minimum required time in grade, another is your performance and does your supervisor think you are ready for the promotion, and the key one is management filling out the paperwork in a timely manner.

How do you get promoted to GS-15?

How do I get a promotion to GS-15? Within the GS scale, promotions between grades (like a promotion from GS-14 to GS-15) come from advancing up the "career ladder" associated with a position, or by moving to a job with a higher starting pay grade then your current GS grade.

Can a GS position be upgraded?

Your job could be upgraded through a so-called “accretion of duties' that would have to be formally justified by a significant increase in the level of your responsibilities or through a process that would require you to reapply for your job. Either way, a protracted processes would be involved.

What is a GS 12 level experience?

GS-12 is the second most common grade after GS-13. Most employees with GS-12 are in scientific and engineering positions with several years of experience. The GS-13 grade is typically more difficult to obtain than earlier grades. So many employees will spend several years in a GS-12 position before promotion.

Can a gs9 to GS 12?

Yes you can get the job if you can demonstrate that you have 1 year of experience as a GS-9 equivalent for the GS-11 position or 1 year as a GS-11 equivalent for the GS-12 position. Go for it and good luck.

Is GS 13 a high rank?

The GS-1 through GS-7 range generally marks entry-level positions, while mid-level positions are in the GS-8 to GS-12 range and top-level positions (senior managers, high-level technical specialists, or physicians) are in the GS-13 to GS-15 range.

What is a GS 13?

GS-13 is the 13th paygrade in the General Schedule (GS) payscale, the payscale used to determine the salaries of most civilian government employees. The GS-13 pay grade is generally reserved for top-level positions such as supervisors, high-level technical specialists, and top professionals holding advanced degrees.

How often do you move up GS levels?

For GS and LEO, the first three step increases occur every year, the next three step increases occur every two years, and the final three step increases occur every three years. It takes 18 years to advance to the step 10.