career development

DoD-commissioned study finds major shortcomings in civilian talent management

The Defense Business Board found DoD’s approach to civilian talent is a collection of siloes. The department faces serious risks if it doesn’t take talent…

Defense

Bradey Police Lt. Philip Trudeau, left, comforts Bourbonnais Police officer Andy Cox following a ceremonial procession for fallen Bradley Police Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic, Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021, in Bourbonnais, Ill. Rittmanic died after a shooting at a Comfort Inn the night before. (Tiffany Blanchette/The Daily Journal via AP)

New database aims to get a better understanding of suicide within law enforcement

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After 15 years of Best Places to Work, data findings consistently point to engagement needs

Hiring/Retention

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Army plans next big migration to new HR system

DoD Reporter's Notebook

Navy puts more money toward higher ed, sailors will need to use it to get promoted

Navy

National Weather Service

National Weather Service’s forecasters get new career management system

Federal Drive

Too many management levels can stifle problem-solving

Federal Drive

No-cost career development series helping feds move up the ladder

Federal Drive

Navy starts giving waivers to enlisted sailors who want to serve more than 30 years

Reporter's Notebook

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Tiny White House leadership program targets government’s biggest challenges

SES

OPM launches personal coaching network for feds

Hiring/Retention

EPA aims to please employees with short-term projects

For the agency, the Skills Marketplace offers a new way to get work done without more staff or resources. For employees, it provides a chance to build…

Hiring/Retention

How confidence, ambition and having fun propelled NGA’s Ellen McCarthy to the top

Ellen McCarthy, director of Plans and Programs at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency shares her tips for success on this week’s Women of Washington…

Women of Washington

Agency Tip 3: Manage with a ‘personal touch’

Budget

Young people want more of a mentor than a supervisor. Part of \”The Need for the Next Generation\” special report looks at what characteristics young feds expect of their managers.