RELATED June 06, 2025 Partnership for Public Service’s public comments on OPM’s “Improving Performance, Accountability and Responsiveness in the Civil Service” (Schedule P/C) proposed rule June 02, 2025 Partnership for Public Service's public comments on OPM's "Assuring Responsive and Accountable Federal Executive Management" proposed rule April 24, 2025 New Partnership for Public Service polling shows majority of the American public concerned about cuts to the federal workforce and government services Back to Reports Develop an Effective Strategic Human Capital Plan December 14, 2006 All federal agencies are required to develop strategic human capital plans. While there exists a wealth of detailed guidance to support efforts in this area, many agencies struggle with developing a plan that not only meets statutory requirements, but serves as a tool to help agency leaders drive mission success. The Partnership for Public Service has examined the trends in strategic human capital planning among some of the most innovative agencies in the federal government. Based on research and practical experience, we have developed an easy-to-follow approach that any agency can use to refine its planning efforts-ensuring that the resulting plan is aligned with mission and reflective of vision, organizational strategic goals and objectives, external stakeholder guidance, and current labor market conditions. This document provides an end-to-end overview for those charged with the creation of an effective, useful strategic human capital plan. Download (275k)