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. They usher in changes across federal agencies, and the lengthy transition process to a new administration can be stressful—particularly when there is a transition among political leadership. Many activities are put on hold during the change in administrations and leadership. Transitions are an ambiguous time, but it’s you—the career federal employee—who maintains continuity and ensures that missions are still met. Although much of the focus is on preparing political leaders, this can be a difficult time for federal employees too. Many initiatives are in limbo, vacancies open in key leadership positions, and it is often unclear what direction a new administration will take. The Partnership for Public Service has supported federal employees for over 20 years and has resources to help you navigate this transition period. These include tips for dealing with change and leading with resilience, facts about the presidential transition, articles about the current transition process and other resources to help federal leaders manage effectively during this time of change. See the resources Resources for Managersand 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. Thumbnail for Public Service Leadership Model: Leading Change Public Service Leadership Model: Leading Change The skills outlined in the Leading Change competency of our Public Service Leadership Model will guide leaders in managing change at the individual and organizational level. Thumbnail for Leading change in uncertain times Leading change in uncertain times Check out this blog post from the last presidential transition season that provides leaders with best practices for preparing their team for change. Thumbnail for Leading with trust Leading with trust Learn more about establishing a strong base of trust that will build resilience and help maintain accountability during ambiguous times. Thumbnail for You don’t need a top title to be a leader. Here are 4 ways to build influence. You don’t need a top title to be a leader. Here are 4 ways to build influence. Anyone from any level can make a difference and influence outcomes – learn practical tips on how to develop your influence in this blog. Thumbnail for Want to manage and lead through crisis? Let history, and these questions, be your guide Want to manage and lead through crisis? Let history, and these questions, be your guide Leading during a time of instability is difficult and requires us to rely on our core values. Learn how one leader applied this belief during the chaotic aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Thumbnail for Public Leaders’ Guide to Engaged Trust Public Leaders’ Guide to Engaged Trust This new resource for federal leaders provides a framework for federal leaders seeking to spread trust with their teams, agencies and the public. 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. Thumbnail for The Presidential Transition: Everything That Happens Between Election Day and the Inauguration The Presidential Transition: Everything That Happens Between Election Day and the Inauguration These resources explain what the incoming administration and federal agencies are doing to prepare during the roughly 75 days between Election Day and the inauguration. Thumbnail for How acting officials lead during presidential transitions How acting officials lead during presidential transitions This blog post details the five crucial functions that career civil servants perform when serving in acting roles. Thumbnail for Tips for federal agencies when creating transition briefing materials Tips for federal agencies when creating transition briefing materials Are you involved in producing briefing materials for the incoming administration? Read this post for tips to maximize the effectiveness of agency briefing materials. Thumbnail for How federal transition service providers support effective presidential transitions How federal transition service providers support effective presidential transitions Check out this blog to learn how a handful of federal agencies play a crucial role in preparing the government for an effective transfer of power. Latest News and Events
