News Releases

July 1, 2010

FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENTS UNDERUSED BY GOVERNMENT
Report Cites Manager Resistance as Primary Barrier

The nonprofit Partnership for Public Service and Booz Allen Hamilton today released a report on the current state of federal government flexible work arrangements. On Demand Government: Deploying Flexibilities to Ensure Service Continuity examines the use of teleworking, compressed workweeks, flextime, part-time schedules and job sharing in the federal government, the barriers to their use and offers recommendations for change.

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May 11, 2010

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS ADMINISTRATION FOR EFFORTS TO FIX THE FEDERAL HIRING PROCESS

Partnership for Public Service Vice President for Education and Outreach Tim McManus released a statement applauding the Administration’s efforts to eliminate long-standing barriers to recruiting and hiring top talent into the federal civilian workforce.

Complete release »

May 5, 2010

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCES 2010 SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDAL FINALISTS; PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS SHINE SPOTLIGHT ON THE NATION'S TOP PUBLIC SERVANTS

The Partnership for Public Service today announced the 32 Service to America Medal finalists – outstanding federal workers who are making high-impact contributions critical to the health, safety and well-being of Americans.

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April 23, 2010

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS SENS. CARPER AND COLLINS, AND REPS. CARNAHAN AND BIGGERT FOR INVESTING IN FEDERAL WORKFORCE AROUND ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released a statement applauding Sens. Tom Carper (D-DE) and Susan Collins (R-ME), and Reps. Russ Carnahan (D-MO) and Judy Biggert (R-IL) for introducing the Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act of 2010.

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April 16, 2010

GOOD GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS COMMEND SEN. AKAKA AND REP. LYNCH FOR SHINING A SPOTLIGHT ON OUR NATION’S PUBLIC SERVANTS

A coalition of 17 good government organizations convened by the nonprofit Partnership for Public Service today commended Senator Daniel Akaka (D-HI) and Congressman Stephen Lynch (D-MA) for introducing companion resolutions to honor our nation’s public servants during Public Service Recognition Week, beginning May 3rd.

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April 12, 2010

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS SENS. KAUFMAN, VOINOVICH, AKAKA AND LIEBERMAN FOR INTRODUCING LEGISLATION TO IMPROVE THE PRESIDENTIAL TRANSITION

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released the following statement applauding Sens. Ted Kaufman (D-DE), George Voinovich (R-OH), Daniel Akaka (D-HI), and Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.) for introducing the Pre-Election Presidential Transition Act of 2010.

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January 13, 2010

REPORT TO IMPROVE THE PRESIDENTIAL TRANSITION PROCESS CALLS FOR MAJOR CHANGES TO ENSURE WELL-BEING AND SAFETY OF AMERICANS

The Partnership for Public Service today released a report on improving the presidential transition process – a process that relies too much on “hope and luck,” according to the organization’s president, Max Stier.

Based on interviews with key transition officials from both the Obama and McCain campaigns, and the Bush White House, Ready to Govern: Improving the Presidential Transition, examines the transition beginning in early 2008 through President Obama’s first year in office. The report takes a behind-the-scenes look at President Obama and John McCain’s transition operations and their successes and shortcomings.

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January 7, 2010

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-DAVIS; UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO; UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA; STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY AND SWARTHMORE COLLEGE RECEIVE CALL TO SERVE GRANT TO SPREAD WORD ON CAMPUS ABOUT FEDERAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The Partnership for Public Service today announced that five universities will receive Call to Serve Innovation grants to promote federal job opportunities on campus and help students find jobs and internships in fields deemed "mission-critical" by the government.

Complete release — University of California-Davis »
Complete release — University of Chicago »
Complete release — University of South Carolina »
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November 18, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE COMMENDS SENATORS GEORGE VOINOVICH AND KIRSTEN GILLIBRAND FOR INTRODUCING THE "ROOSEVELT SCHOLARS ACT OF 2009"

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier commends Senators George Voinovich (R-OH) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) for introducing the Roosevelt Scholars Act of 2009, legislation that creates a scholarship-for-service program for students who are committed to serving our country in mission-critical federal jobs.

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November 8, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE MOURNS LOSS OF FOUNDING CHAIRMAN SAMUEL J. HEYMAN

The Partnership for Public Service today announced the death of its founding Chairman, Samuel J. Heyman, noted philanthropist and businessman, on Saturday, November 7. Mr. Heyman founded the Partnership in 2001 to inspire a new generation into public service and to transform the business of government.

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November 5, 2009

WANTED: AMERICA'S FINEST PUBLIC SERVANTS FOR SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDALS–THE "OSCARS" OF WASHINGTON

The Partnership for Public Service today announced that nominations are open for the 2010 Service to America Medals– one of the most prestigious awards honoring our nation’s public servants. Nominations for the Sammies are being accepted at servicetoamericamedals.org through January 29, 2010. 

Eight medals, including the coveted Federal Employee of the Year Medal, will be awarded to outstanding federal employees. Winners will be selected based on three main criteria: impact of their work on meeting the needs of the nation, on-the-job innovation, and commitment to public service.  

Medal categories include Homeland Security, Career Achievement, Call to Service, Citizen Services, National Security and International Affairs, Justice and Law Enforcement, and Environment, Science and Technology. All career civilian federal employees are eligible, and anyone may submit a nomination. The awards are accompanied by cash prizes, from $3,000 to $10,000.

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October 14, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE HIRES NEW VICE PRESIDENT FOR DEVELOPMENT, CHRISTINE CARROLL

The Partnership for Public Service today announced that Christine Carroll has joined the organization as Vice President for Development. A seasoned nonprofit fundraiser with more than 15 years of experience, Carroll will lead the organization’s full range of development efforts.

“The addition of Christine Carroll is a coup for the Partnership for Public Service,” said Max Stier, the organization’s president and CEO. “With her significant development experience, Christine is the perfect candidate to help us meet our mission through the support of foundations, corporations and individuals.”

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September 25, 2009

U.S. DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS' JANET KEMP NAMED FEDERAL EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR FOR LIFE-SAVING SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE AT 1-800-273-TALK
Nine Additional Stand-Out Federal Employees Receive Prestigious Service to America Medals, the "Oscars" of Government Service

The Partnership for Public Service awarded the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Janet Kemp with the Federal Employee of the Year medal, the Service to America Medals top award, at a Washington, D.C. gala held September 23.

Kemp was one of ten outstanding federal workers to receive a Service to America Medal. The “Sammies” have earned a reputation as one of the most prestigious awards dedicated to celebrating America’s civil servants, often referred to as the “Oscars” of government service.

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September 24, 2009

TEN STAND-OUT PUBLIC SERVANTS RECEIVE COVETED SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDALS–THE "OSCARS" OF GOVERNMENT SERVICE–AT WASHINGTON, D.C. GALA
Winners from Washington, D.C., Atlanta, New York and Pakistan

The Partnership for Public Service presented nine Service to America Medals to outstanding public servants whose remarkable work is making the world safer, healthier and greener – at a Washington, D.C. gala held in their honor, September 23.

The Service to America Medals have earned a reputation as one of the most prestigious awards dedicated to celebrating America’s civil servants, often referred to as the “Oscars” of government service.

The top medal, Federal Employee of the Year, went to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Janet Kemp, whose work has the ultimate impact: it saves lives. Kemp created a national suicide prevention hotline for veterans, which has resulted in more than 5,000 immediate rescues.

Additional Service to America Medals were presented to nine federal workers who boast achievements in international affairs, homeland security, health research, patient care, reducing homelessness, combating environmental degradation, helping Americans avoid foreclosure and stay in their homes, and reducing air pollution.

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September 3, 2009

LABOR DAY WHERE THE JOBS ARE SURVEY FINDS FEDERAL GOVERNMENT MUST HIRE 273,000 NEW WORKERS TO FILL MISSION-CRITICAL JOBS

Attorneys, Paralegals, Investigators, Doctors, Nurses, Nurses, Pharmacists, Police Officers, Airport Screeners, Customs and Border Patrol Agents and Intelligence Analysts Top Federal Government's "Most Wanted" List

Great news for job seekers this Labor Day: the federal government is hiring tens of thousands of new employees, according to new projections in Where the Jobs Are 2009: Mission-Critical Opportunities for America, released today by the Partnership for Public Service. The online projections outline government-wide, mission-critical hiring needs through 2012 and are based on a survey of 35 federal agencies representing nearly 99 percent of the 1.9 million member federal workforce.

Available at http://wherethejobsare.org, the online data lists nearly 273,000 mission-critical jobs that need to be filled in the next three years, a 41 percent increase compared to the organization’s 2007 survey. Where the Jobs Are is the only comprehensive projection of the federal government’s hiring needs and is searchable by occupation or by agency.

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August 20, 2009

REPORT FINDS SERIOUS LEADERSHIP GAP IN THE SENIOR EXECUTIVE SERVICE, THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT'S ELITE CADRE OF LEADERS

The federal government’s Senior Executive Service (SES), as envisioned 30 years ago by government reformers, has fallen short of its promise and is inadequate to meet today’s challenges, according to a report released today by the Partnership for Public Service and Booz Allen Hamilton.

The report, Unrealized Vision: Reimagining the Senior Executive Service,examines the state of the 7,000-member elite corps of federal leaders and how government develops, recruits, hires, retains, pays and trains its top managers.

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August 19, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS OPM FOR ESTABLISHING A NEW SES OFFICE

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released the following statement commending the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for creating a centralized office in support of the Senior Executive Service (SES) program.

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July 31, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS REPS. DAVID PRICE AND MICHAEL CASTLE FOR INTRODUCING THE “ROOSEVELT SCHOLARS ACT OF 2009”

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released the following statement commending Reps. David Price (D-NC) and Michael Castle (R-DE) for introducing the Roosevelt Scholars Act of 2009, legislation that creates an elite graduate school scholarship program with a unique payback – a commitment to serve our country in mission-critical federal jobs.

Complete release »

July 22, 2009

SERIOUS SHORTAGES IN FEDERAL CYBERSECURITY WORKFORCE, LACK OF LEADERSHIP AND COORDINATION THREATEN NATIONAL SECURITY, ACCORDING TO PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE REPORT

Serious shortages of skilled cyber professionals and a lack of leadership, planning and coordination within the federal cybersecurity workforce threaten our national security according to a report released today by the nonprofit Partnership for Public Service and Booz Allen Hamilton.

Cyber IN-Security: Strengthening the Federal Cybersecurity Workforceidentifies serious problems within the professional community charged with protecting the government’s computer networks against attacks from foreign nations, criminal groups, hackers, virus writers and terrorist organizations.

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July 1, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS REP. JOHN SARBANES FOR PUBLIC LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM

The Partnership for Public Service released the following statement commending the leadership of Congressman John Sarbanes (D-MD) for launching the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and Income-Based Repayment (IBR) plan.

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June 12, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS OMB AND OPM FOR TAKING ON HIRING REFORMS

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released the following statement commending Office of Management and Budget Director Peter Orszag and Office of Personnel Management Director John Berry for tackling the daunting hiring process and setting forth critical steps to improve it.

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June 5, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS HOUSE PASSAGE OF THE "PAID PARENTAL LEAVE ACT OF 2009"

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released the following statement commending the leadership of Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) and the United States House of Representatives for passing legislation that will provide federal employees paid parental leave.

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May 20, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE RELEASES 2009 BEST PLACES TO WORK IN THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RANKINGS

The 2009 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government rankings released today evaluate employee satisfaction across government in 278 federal agencies and subcomponents. Overall, employee satisfaction is up 2.4 percent, from 61.8 to 63.3, with 71 percent of agencies improving their Best Places to Work index score since the last rankings in 2007.

The Best Places to Work rankings, compiled by the Partnership for Public Service and American University’s Institute for the Study of Public Policy Implementation, are based on a survey conducted by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management that represents the views of 212,000 federal employees.  Agencies are ranked in three categories: large (2,000 or more employees), small or subcomponent. They are also ranked in ten workplace categories, including leadership, work/life balance, and pay and benefits.

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May 7, 2009

AMERICANS SHOW RENEWED INTEREST IN FEDERAL SERVICE
Job Security and Benefits Drive Appeal

The number of Americans who view working for the federal government as a desirable career option is growing substantially, according to new nationwide Gallup data obtained by the Partnership for Public Service.

The online Gallup public opinion survey found that 40 percent of American workers are open to considering federal careers, up from only 24 percent in 2006.  Moreover, 66 percent said they would consider applying for a federal job if they were seeking employment in the next two years.

The new interest comes at the start of a four-year cycle in which the government will hire nearly 600,000 workers due to retirements, normal attrition, the economic stimulus package and other new spending, according to estimates by the Partnership.

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May 6, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCES 2009 SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDAL FINALISTS; PRESTIGIOUS AWARD SHINES SPOTLIGHT ON THE NATION'S TOP PUBLIC SERVANTS

The Partnership for Public Service today announced the 30 Service to America Medal finalists – outstanding federal workers who are making high-impact contributions critical to the health, safety and well-being of Americans. 

The 30 finalists will be honored at a Service to America Medals Capitol Hill ceremony on Wednesday, May 6, as part of Public Service Recognition Week.

The finalists are contenders for nine prestigious Service to America Medals, including Federal Employee of the Year, set to be presented on September 23 at a Washington, D.C. black-tie gala. The Service to America Medals have earned a reputation as one of the most prestigious awards dedicated to celebrating America’s civil servants.

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April 7, 2009

UNCLE SAM TO HIRE 60,000 INTERNS IN 2009; PARTNERSHIP RELEASES LEAVING TALENT ON THE TABLE: THE NEED TO CAPITALIZE ON HIGH PERFORMING STUDENT INTERNS REPORT

College students looking for well-paid, meaningful internships take note: Uncle Sam is hiring.

According to the nonprofit Partnership for Public Service, the federal government will hire about 60,000 student interns in 2009. There will be jobs for every academic major at more than 100 federal agencies including the Departments of Treasury, Homeland Security, Health and Human Services, and even at the White House.

However, a new Partnership for Public Service report released today, Leaving Talent on the Table: The Need to Capitalize on High Performing Student Interns, found that few of these student interns will be hired for full-time, civil service jobs upon graduation.

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March 30, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS SENS. DANIEL AKAKA AND GEORGE VOINOVICH FOR INTRODUCING THE "FEDERAL HIRING PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2009"

The Partnership for Public Service released a statement applauding Sens. Daniel Akaka (D-HI) and George Voinovich (R-OH) for introducing legislation that will improve the federal hiring process.

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March 25, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS SENS. DANIEL AKAKA AND GEORGE VOINOVICH FOR INTRODUCING THE "TELEWORK ENHANCEMENT ACT OF 2009"

The Partnership for Public Service released a statement applauding Sens. Daniel Akaka (D-HI) and George Voinovich (R-OH) for introducing legislation that will encourage telework in the federal government.

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March 25, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS REPS. JOHN SARBANES, FRANK WOLF AND GERRY CONNOLLY FOR INTRODUCING "THE TELEWORK IMPROVEMENTS ACT OF 2009"

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released a statement today in support applauding Reps. John Sarbanes (D-MD), Frank Wolf (R-VA) and Gerry Connolly (D-VA) for introducing legislation that will encourgage telework in the federal government.

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March 24, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS SENATOR AKAKA'S FEDERAL SUPERVISOR TRAINING ACT

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released a statement today in support of Senator Akaka's Federal Supervisor Training Act of 2009 introduced today.

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March 18, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS EFFORTS OF SENS. COLLINS, VOINOVICH AND KOHL

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released the following statement today applauding Sens. Susan Collins (R-ME), George Voinovich (R-OH) and Herb Kohl (D-WI) for introducing legislation that will facilitate the part-time reemployment of annuitants.

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March 3, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT OBAMA APPOINTMENT OF JOHN BERRY TO OPM DIRECTOR

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released the following statement today on President Obama’s appointment of John Berry to serve as Director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.

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February 24, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE STATEMENT APPLAUDING SENATOR KOHL AND SENATE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON AGING FOR OLDER WORKER AGENDA

Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released a statement today applauding Senator Kohl (D-WI) and the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging for their efforts to ensure that older Americans have employment opportunities in federal service.

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February 9, 2009

PARTNERSHIP WELCOMES COUNCIL FOR EXCELLENCE IN GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS AND STAFF
Mission to Revitalize Federal Government Gathers Momentum As Americans Turn to Government for Solutions to National Challenges

The Partnership for Public Service today announced that it will absorb the majority of the Council for Excellence in Government’s programs and staff effective February 16. This new arrangement will consolidate government reform resources and expand the Partnership’s suite of offerings. Earlier today, the Council announced that it will cease operations after 25 years.

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February 9, 2009

MACALESTER COLLEGE; NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (NJIT); UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-CHAMPAIGN; UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA; AND UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON RECEIVE CALL TO SERVE GRANT TO SPREAD WORD ON CAMPUS ABOUT FEDERAL JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The Partnership for Public Service today announced that five universities will receive Call to Serve grants to help launch the nation-wide Making the Difference campaign on their campus. 

Complete release — Macalester College »
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Complete release — University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign »
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February 3, 2009

MAX STIER STATEMENT ON NANCY KILLEFER
Partnership for Public Service President and CEO Max Stier released the following statement today in response to the announcement that Nancy Killefer, President Obama’s choice for chief performance officer, is withdrawing her name from consideration.

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January 14, 2009

REPORT FINDS FEDERAL GOVERNMENT 'IDEAL EMPLOYER' FOR YOUNG JOB-SEEKERS
Despite the nation's grim economy, the federal government is hiring, and according to Great Expectations, a report released today by the Partnership for Public Service and Universum USA, federal jobs are an excellent match for young job seekers interested in doing good -- and doing well.

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January 12, 2009

WANTED: AMERICA'S FINEST PUBLIC SERVANTS FOR SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDALS -- THE "OSCARS" OF WASHINGTON
Partnership for Public Service today announced that nominations are open for the 2009 Service to America Medals -- the most presigious awards honoring our nation's public servants.

Complete release »

January 12, 2009

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE STATEMENT APPLAUDING SENATOR VOINOVICH
Partnership for Public Service President Max Stier released the following statement today in response to Senator Voinovich’s announcement that he will retire at the end his term in 2010.

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January 7, 2009

PRESIDENT-ELECT OBAMA NAMES NANCY KILLEFER TO BE FIRST CHIEF PERFORMANCE OFFICER
Partnership for Public Service President Max Stier released the following statement today applauding President-elect Obama’s appointment of Nancy Killefer to be the government’s first chief performance officer.

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December 10, 2008

PRESIDENT BUSH AWARDS THE PRESIDENTIAL CITIZENS MEDAL TO SAMUEL HEYMAN
Today President Bush awarded the Presidential Citizens Medal to Samuel Heyman, founder of the nonprofit, nonpartisan Partnership for Public Service.

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November 24, 2008

NEW "IN THE PUBLIC WE TRUST" POLL SUGGESTS TIMING IS RIGHT TO RESTORE CONNECTION BETWEEN AMERICANS AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
President-elect Barack Obama has a rare opportunity to usher in a new era where Americans look to the federal government as part of the solution, not the problem. A new public opinion poll released today by Gallup and the nonprofit, nonpartisan Partnership for Public Service identifies opportunities to renew the connection between the government and the public.

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October 29, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPOINTS TWO NEW VICE PRESIDENTS
The Partnership for Public Service today announced the appointments of two new Vice Presidents. VP of Government Transformation Tina Sung will lead the organization's efforts to transform the way government works and Vince Micone, VP of Development, will head up the nonprofit's fundraising.

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October 1, 2008

FINANCIAL BAILOUT PACKAGE JUST BEGINNING OF REFORM EFFORT, ACCORDING TO PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE
Roadmap to Reform Report Lays Out Critical Government Management Reform Recommendations for the Next President and Transition Teams

The health of the federal government is eroding and unless the next president moves past piecemeal reforms there will be serious consequences for the nation, according to Roadmap to Reform: A Management Framework for the Next Administration released today by the Partnership for Public Service.

Complete release »

September 16, 2008

EIGHT STAND-OUT PUBLIC SERVANTS RECEIVE COVETED SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDALS AT WASHINGTON, D.C. GALA
Host Rob Riggle Honors Winners from Washington, D.C., Seattle, San Antonio and Pittsburgh

The Partnership for Public Service presented eight Service to America Medals to outstanding public servants whose remarkable work is making the world safer, healthier and greener – at a Washington, D.C. gala held in their honor, September 16.

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July 24, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE STATEMENT APPLAUDING SENATOR OBAMA FOR PLANNING AHEAD TO TRANSITION
Read Excerpts from Open Letter to the Candidates on Transition Recommendations

“The Partnership for Public Service applauds Sen. Obama for announcing that he is forming a transition team. It’s essential to shore up the vulnerabilities to our nation that inevitably occur during transitions and it is unrealistic to believe that our new President will be ready to govern on day one without aggressively preparing for that possibility today. We look forward to working with both campaigns on their transition planning and their government management reform agendas,” said Max Stier, Partnership for Public Service president and CEO.

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June 18, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCES 2008 SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDAL FINALISTS
The Partnership for Public Service today announced the 29 Service to America Medal finalists – outstanding federal workers who are making high-impact contributions critical to the safety, health and well-being of Americans. 

Complete release »

May 22, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS REPS. PRICE AND SHAYS FOR INTRODUCING ROOSEVELT SCHOLARS BILL
Bill Provides Financial Incentives for College Grads to Serve Their Country

The Partnership for Public Service today commended Reps. David Price (D-NC) and Christopher Shays (R-CT) for introducing legislation, the Roosevelt Scholars Act of 2008, that creates an elite graduate school scholarship program with a unique payback – a commitment to serve our country in mission-critical federal jobs.

Complete release »

May 13, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON RELEASE RECOMMENDATIONS TO HELP UNCLE SAM BRING ON NEW EMPLOYEES – AND KEEP THEM! 
The federal government must do a better job integrating new employees into the workplace according to a report released today by the Partnership for Public Service and Booz Allen Hamilton, Getting On Board: A Model for Integrating and Engaging New Employees.

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April 28, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE RECEIVES $3 MILLION GRANT FOR INNOVATIVE UNCLE SAM RECRUITMENT INITIATIVES
The Partnership for Public Service today announced plans to expand its Making the Difference initiative to steer talented young people to federal jobs – putting to use the first ever market research conducted on campus recruiting. The new programs will be funded by a three year, $3 million grant from the Robertson Foundation.

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April 22, 2008

DAVID WALKER, FORMER COMPTROLLER GENERALTO JOIN PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
The Partnership for Public Service today announced that David Walker is joining its Board of Directors. Walker served as Comptroller General of the United States and head of the U.S. Government Accountability Office for nearly 10 years prior to his recent appointment to be President and Chief Executive Officer of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.

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March 6, 2008

LEADERSHIP LABORATORY FOR TOP FEDERAL MANAGERS TAPS PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTORS TO ADDRESS URGENT NATIONAL PROBLEMS
Food Safety and Veterans’ Health Care Are First on New Institute’s Agenda

The Partnership for Public Service today announced the start up of an innovative leadership training laboratory to help the federal government tackle the nation’s most pressing issues – before they become public crises. 

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February 15, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE STATEMENT COMMENDING COMPTROLLER GENERAL DAVID M. WALKER
The Partnership for Public Service today released the following statement in response to the resignation of David M. Walker, Comptroller General of the United States and head of the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), effective March 12, 2008.

Complete release

February 4, 2008

WANTED: AMERICA’S FINEST PUBLIC SERVANTS FOR SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDALS – THE “OSCARS” OF WASHINGTON
The Partnership for Public Service today announced that the nominations deadline for the 2008 Service to America Medals – the most prestigious awards honoring our nation’s public servants -- has been extended through March 10, 2008. 

Complete release »

January 25, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AWARDS GRANTS TO BROWN UNIVERSITY; CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SACRAMENTO; WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY; WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY; UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY, STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
The Partnership for Public Service today announced that five universities will receive Call to Serve grants to help launch the nation-wide public education campaign – Making the Difference, on their campuses. 

The campaign will carry an important message to university students about government service: It’s not just making a living, it’s making the difference!

Complete release — Brown »
Complete release — California State »
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January 24, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE ELECTS NEW BOARD MEMBER
The Partnership for Public Service is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has elected Sheila Burke as its newest member. Ms. Burke is Faculty Research Fellow at the Malcolm Wiener Center for Social Policy and member of the faculty at the John F. Kennedy School of Government, both at Harvard University. As a member of the Board of Directors, Ms. Burke will serve on the Partnership’s development and audit committees.

Complete release »

January 17, 2008

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND IBM TEAM TO STEER BABY BOOMERS TO MISSION CRITICAL GOVERNMENT JOBS
The war for talent is hitting the federal government hard, as more than one-third of the full-time permanent federal workforce gets ready to retire or leave in the next five years, according to the Partnership for Public Service at today’s launch of FedExperience Transitions to Government – an initiative to help match government’s critical hiring needs with the talents of baby boomers looking for encore careers where they can find interesting and challenging work.

At the launch, the Partnership and IBM, a major potential source of talent, announced that they will pilot the Transitions to Government initiative with the U.S. Department of Treasury. The goal is to identify, recruit, and hire interested IBM employees and retirees and match them to key federal government jobs.

Complete release »

October 26, 2007

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE LAUNCHES NATION-WIDE CAMPAIGN TO ATTRACT COLLEGE GRADS TO FEDERAL SERVICE
The Partnership for Public Service today launched a nation-wide public education campaign – Making the Difference, to persuade talented young people to enter federal service. The campaign kicks off on hundreds of college and university campuses, nationwide already signed up to spread the news of public service opportunities among their students.

Complete release »

September 20, 2007

SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDALS HONOR “UNSUNG HEROES” IN THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
The Partnership for Public Service presented nine Service to America Medals to outstanding civil servants for their high-impact contributions critical to the safety, health and well-being of Americans — at a Washington, D.C. gala held in their honor, September 19.

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July 3, 2007

UNCLE SAM NEEDS YOU! SURVEY FINDS FEDERAL GOVERNMENT MUST HIRE NEARLY 193,000 NEW WORKERS TO FILL MISSION CRITICAL JOBS
Police Officers, Investigators, Food Inspectors, Security and Prison Guards, Airport Screeners, Customs and Border Patrol, and Immigration Agents, and Intelligence Analysts Top Federal Government’s “Most Wanted” Wish List

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June 18, 2007

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE SELECTS THIRTY-ONE OUTSTANDING FEDS AS SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDAL FINALISTS

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May 25, 2007

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE HONORS SENATOR COLLINS (R-ME) AND IBM CHAIRMAN PALMISANO FOR LEADERSHIP

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April 19, 2007

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE RANKS MORE THAN 280 FEDERAL AGENCIES BASED ON EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION AND ENGAGEMENT

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February 22, 2007

ANNENBERG FOUNDATION AWARDS $4 MILLION GRANT TO PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE
Funding To Support Efforts to Improve Federal Leadership and Educate Public about Government Service

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February 20, 2007

WANTED: AMERICA’S FINEST PUBLIC SERVANTS FOR GOVERNMENT “OSCAR”

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January 31, 2007

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE APPLAUDS SENATOR AKAKA AND REP. BAIRD EFFORTS TO ADDRESS LACK OF FEDERAL WORKFORCE FOREIGN LANGUAGE SKILLS

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January 16, 2007

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE NAMES THREE NEW BOARD MEMBERS

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January 10, 2007

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE LAUNCHES EFFORT TO STEM FEDERAL BRAIN DRAIN: A NEW CALL TO SERVICE FOR AMERICA’S BABY BOOMERS
AARP, Atlantic Philanthropies, Civic Ventures Announce Support

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October 2, 2006

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE NAMES NEW VP FOR RESEARCH

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September 27, 2006

SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDALS HONOR FEDERAL GOVERNMENT’S TOP CIVIL SERVANTS
Winners Include Leaders of Effort to Combat Avian Flu, a Nobel Prize Winning Physicist, and the Architect of the Personnel Recovery System that Guided Rescue of Jessica Lynch and Others in Iraq

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June 20, 2006

THIRTY OUTSTANDING PUBLIC SERVANTS NAMED 2006 SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDAL FINALISTS
Finalists Hail from 14 Different States, 22 Different Federal Agencies; Honored on Capitol Hill

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May 2, 2006

NEW SURVEY FINDS LACK OF KNOWLEDGE AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS, NOT LACK OF INTEREST, TO BE KEY BARRIER TO FEDERAL SERVICE
Report Lays Out Recommendations to Improve Federal Recruiting

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April 6, 2006

PRIVATE SECTOR COUNCIL TO HONOR 2006 LEADERSHIP AWARD WINNERS

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February 28, 2006

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE JOINS PRINCETON UNIVERSITY'S WOODROW WILSON SCHOOL'S NEW "SCHOLARS IN THE NATION'S SERVICE" PROGRAM TO ENCOURAGE GOVERNMENT SERVICE

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September 28, 2005

NINE FEDERAL EMPLOYEES RECOGNIZED FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE NATION

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September 14, 2005

NEW RANKINGS SHOW GOVERNMENT IS A BETTER PLACE TO WORK TODAY
Employee Satisfaction is Up in 3 Out of 4 Government Agencies

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July 20, 2005

EXTREME HIRING MAKEOVER GIVES FEDERAL HIRING A FACELIFT

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May 19, 2005

NEW SURVEY OF THE "CLASS OF 9/11" FINDS PATRIOTISM IS NOT ENOUGH TO INSPIRE NEW COLLEGE GRADUATES TO PUBLIC SERVICE

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September 28, 2004

2004 SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDALS AWARDEES HONORED
Federal Employees from the FBI, State Department, Department of Energy, FEMA, NIST, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement, and FTC Hailed as Public Service Heroes

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August 23, 2004

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND PRIVATE SECTOR COUNCIL JOIN FORCES
New Collaboration Builds on Growing Momentum Behind Cause of Improving Government Performance

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June 16, 2004

TWENTY-EIGHT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES ACROSS THE UNITED STATES HONORED FOR OUTSTANDING NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS

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March 3, 2004

BIPARTISAN CONGRESSIONAL PUBLIC SERVICE CAUCUS ESTABLISHED TO HELP RAISE THE VOLUME ON CHALLENGES FACING THE FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE

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November 12, 2003

NASA, NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION, GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION, OMB AND EPA RISE TO THE TOP IN FIRST “BEST PLACES TO WORK IN THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT” RANKINGS

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October 15, 2003

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND ATLANTIC MEDIA COMPANY CONGRATULATE 2003 SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDAL AWARDEES

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July 28, 2003

2003 SERVICE TO AMERICA FINALISTS ANNOUNCED

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July 8, 2003

PARTNERSHIP REPORT FINDS NATION UPREPARED FOR BIOTERROR ATTACK

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November 14, 2002

PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND ATLANTIC MEDIA GROUP CONGRATULATE THE 2002 SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDALS AWARDEES

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September 12, 2002

NEW SURVEY: RECRUITMENT PROBLEM REMAINS, DESPITE INCREASING RESPECT FOR GOVERNMENT'S WORK SINCE 9/11

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April 22, 2002

350 COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES, 36 FEDERAL AGENCIES LAUNCH NATIONAL CAMPAIGN TO PROMOTE FEDERAL SERVICE:POST-9/11 CAMPAIGN MARKS LARGEST EVER OUTREACH TO STUDENTS

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