RELATED March 10, 2026 Partnership for Public Service's public comments on OPM's "Reduction in Force Appeals" proposed rule March 06, 2026 Partnership for Public Service’s public comments on OPM’s “Suitability Action Appeals” proposed rule February 13, 2026 Partnership for Public Service’s public comments on OPM’s “Ensuring Consistent and Rigorous Standards for Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Programs” proposed rule Back to Reports What’s My Role: A Step-by-Step Hiring Guide for Federal Managers October 15, 2010 For federal managers, hiring must become a primary leadership responsibility and not perceived simply as a human resources function. Smart hiring decisions, in fact, provide the foundation for developing a high-performing workforce, successfully delivering services and implementing federal policies and programs. The Partnership’s “What’s My Role?” provides a a step-by-step guide designed to help federal managers fully understand the crucial part you must play in this important process, and how they can work closely with other key agency colleagues to ensure that top-flight candidates are chosen for job openings. Download (332k)