For GS-9: Fifty-two weeks of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-7 level. Examples of specialized experience includes experience in the development, examination, investigation or authorization of claims under a program for SSA benefits, health insurance, pension plan, income maintenance or related programs or experience in the analysis, development or review of a retirement or pension program. NOTE: Part-time work is prorated in crediting experience (e.g., if you work 20 hours per week for a 12 month period, you will be credited with 6 months of experience).Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants for promotion to GS-9 must have 52 weeks at GS-7. COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT INTERVIEW PROCESS (CAIP) INTERVIEW - Applicants will be required to participate in a panel interview (after basic eligibility determination) to demonstrate an aptitude for meeting and dealing with the public. Applicants must pass this interview process in order to be found fully qualified for this position and receive further consideration for selection. This interview will cover typical situations, which might be encountered on the job, in person or over the telephone. Applicants must demonstrate qualities such as clarity of speech, ability to listen, ability to establish confidence and put others at ease and the ability to organize and express thoughts clearly. If you do not pass the CAIP interview, you will not qualify for the job. Panel interviews may be conducted via video conferencing software, if technically feasible. NOTE: Previous Meet and Deal results are not valid for this vacancy announcement; you will be required to complete the CAIP assessment.