Executive

Leadership on a Finely Tuned Level
You may currently hold a position in the area of academia, business, industry or another field. Whatever the case, this is your opportunity to effect meaningful change by serving in an organization that impacts every American business, corporation and citizen.

Opportunities exist for individuals with executive-level experience for placement within IRS Senior Executive Service. Here, you will participate in the highest levels of IRS decision-making.

The SES Candidate Development Program
The SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) is the principal means through which the IRS seeks to identify and hire a career executive corps. The CDP is a minimum of one year and maximum of two years in length, and consists of formal training (Executive Development (XD) Program) and developmental assignments. Its purpose is to identify outstanding persons with demonstrated leadership competencies and to prepare them for Senior Executive positions.

Graduates of the CDP are eligible for OPM's Qualification Review Board (QRB) certification to become members of the Service's corps of executives. Entry into the SES is based on performance, OPM certification, and the availability of positions. Selections are guided by an assessment of the applicant's demonstrated leadership and technical competencies.

You can apply online for an IRS SES or CDP position by going to USAJOBS, where vacancy announcements will be posted.

For information on applying for our executive positions, please review a list of Frequently Asked Questions. You may also contact us at irs.sescdp@irs.gov