Agency Resources for Pathways Programs

Established by Executive Order 13562, Recruiting and Hiring Students and Recent Graduates, the Pathways Programs are designed to help agencies address recruiting and hiring issues by streamlining processes and providing students and recent graduates with clear paths to internships and full-time employment, as well as meaningful training, mentoring and career-development opportunities.

Now that the final regulations have been released for the Pathways Programs, agencies have limited time and, in many cases, resources, to determine how to comply and submit the required documentation.

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Partnership Testifies on Efforts to Strengthen the Federal HR Workforce

As part of Public Service Recognition Week, the Senate Oversight of Government Management Subcommittee held a hearing on May 9, 2012, to examine how the federal government can build and maintain an effective HR workforce. John Palguta, Vice President for Policy, testified on behalf of the Partnership.
 
In his testimony, Palguta discussed the critical need for developing a highly-competent HR workforce and outlined the current challenges the HR workforce is facing as it operates in a budget-constrained environment. He highlighted positive efforts that are under way, including the creation of HR University, and stresses the need for OPM, federal leaders across government and Congress to pay additional attention to these issues.

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2012 Sammies Finalists Announced

Marking the start of Public Service Recognition Week, the Partnership announced this year's Sammies finalists—outstanding federal workers who are making high-impact contributions critical to the health, safety and well-being of Americans.

“The Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal finalists epitomize the true spirit and value of public service,” said Max Stier, Partnership President and CEO. “Their stories showcase the good that our public servants do each and every day behind-the-scenes on behalf of the American public.”

The finalists’ achievements range from medical and scientific advances for amputees and the treatment of diabetes in children, to helping disadvantaged Americans file their taxes and saving hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars through smart procurement practices.

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New Best Places to Work Analysis: The Federal Leadership Challenge

Leadership is the most important factor when it comes to driving employee satisfaction and commitment in the federal government. But how do federal employees view their leadership and where are the most significant opportunities for improvement?

According to the our latest Best Places to Work in the Federal Government® analysis, leadership in the federal government gets a mixed review. On the one hand, leadership is one of the lowest workplace categories of 10 examined, with a score of only 54.9 out of 100. On the other hand, scores have been improving steadily since the rankings first launched in 2003 and there is compelling evidence that a concerted effort can make a real difference to employees.

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Sen. Akaka Introduces Legislation to Reform the Senior Executive Service

The bill contains provisions to restore the career leadership, improve executive pay and performance management, strengthen career development and encourage diversity. In an interview, Partnership President and CEO, Max Stier, said "Senator Akaka deserves incredible kudos for taking this issue on … the career leadership of our government is a critical component of our government's ability to do what we want it to do."

In a letter sent to Sen. Akaka, the Partnership outlined additional issues for consideration in the legislation. We look forward to working with lawmakers in the House and Senate to bring about reform to the Senior Executive Service.

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