Supporting Federal Employees During the Initial Presidential Transition Period 

Supporting Federal Employees

During the Initial Presidential Transition Period

Presidential transitions are a hallmark of American democracy. But they also usher in changes across federal agencies and can stress the federal workforce, particularly when involving a turnover in political leadership.  

Career federal employees maintain continuity across administrations, ensuring the government meets its mission and serves the public no matter the political environment.  

The Partnership for Public Service has supported federal employees for more than 20 years and has resources to help them navigate times of transition and uncertainty.

Our resources include tips for navigating change and leading with resilience, FAQs on timely news topics related to the federal workforce, facts about the presidential transition and other materials to help federal leaders manage effectively.

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Resources for Federal Employees

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Leading through Transition: A Conversation with Career Civil Servants

Supporting Civil Servants through Times of Change

The public benefits from a career civil service that knows how to navigate presidential transitions. But how can public servants take care of themselves and one another during times of change? Former career executives offer tips for self-care and best practices for supporting their teams in the days, weeks and months ahead.

Navigating Times of Change and Transition 

How can career civil servants navigate a change in administration? Hint: Leadership matters. Listen to former career executives share their experiences leading through change.

Leading Through Complex Situations and Building Trust

Career civil servants help ensure smooth presidential transitions. But change can bring uncertainty and instability to the government. Thankfully, former civil servants have a playbook to offer, including how to establish trust with an incoming administration.

Resources for Managers and Leaders

Presidential transitions bring many changes for federal employees, including the arrival of new political appointees and new policy priorities.

The resources below have tips for career employees on leading through change and being resilient during times of uncertainty.

Presidential Transition Resources

The Partnership’s Center for Presidential Transition® is the premier nonpartisan source of information and expertise for presidential candidates and their teams. Its goal is to ensure smooth and effective presidential transitions, which includes working successfully with career federal employees.

Explore the resources below to learn more about what happens during a presidential transition and the role of career civil servants in the process.

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