How to use a proven FBI model to keep mission-critical positions filled When a federal employee leaves a job, it can take months to fill the vacant position. To minimize how long positions remain unfilled, the FBI created an attrition model that helps the bureau understand when it should start recruiting new talent and how many offers it needs to ensure it remains fully staffed. Read More
Interested in a government career? Here’s advice from federal employees. More than 130 public servants responded to our #WhyIServe survey. We’re sharing their insights into the benefits of working in public service and tips for a successful federal career. Read More
Nine strategies to help you evolve your talent pipeline The federal government often has trouble recruiting the talent it needs. We share strategies that agencies can use to improve their talent pipelines, as featured in the Partnership’s report, “A Time for Talent: Improving Federal Recruiting and Hiring.” Read More
Meet Michelle Massarik, a young woman taking on the world of cybersecurity Michelle Massarik, a participant in the Cybersecurity Talent Initiative, talks about her new assignment in the federal government and offers advice for women interested in cybersecurity careers. Read More
Closing the cybersecurity skills gap: A Q&A with CyberVista CEO Simone Petrella The Partnership spoke with CyberVista CEO Simone Petrella and asked her about their role as sole technical partner for the Cybersecurity Talent Initiative and why she is committed to the growth and development of cyber employees in the federal government. Read More
Three tips for building good working relationships in a virtual environment It’s still possible to maintain and grow professional relationships even when you’re working from home. Use these guidelines for creating social connections within and outside of your organization. Read More
The Cybersecurity Talent Initiative: Recruiting the next digital defenders The number of unfilled cybersecurity jobs in the public and private sectors continue to rise, but there remains a lack of qualified professionals to fill those positions. The Cybersecurity Talent Initiative aims to fill that gap. Read More
Supervising interns in a virtual environment: Wrapping up the program As your interns’ time at your agency ends, we offer seven recommendations to consider before they depart, including how you can measure their impact and stay connected. Read More
How to fulfill your hiring needs during the COVID-19 pandemic Bringing on new talent during a crisis, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, can be challenging. The Partnership hosted two roundtables focused on helping agencies recruit and quickly hire in a virtual environment. Read More
Inspired to Serve: Steps to advance public service and build a stronger federal workforce The National Commission on Military, National and Public Service’s Inspired to Serve report details practical solutions to improving the federal workforce and attracting new generations to public service. Commissioner Steve Barney gives an overview of the policy recommendations for improving the federal personnel systems detailed in the report. Read More