Transcript National Association of Schools of Public Administration

National Association of
Schools of Public
Administration
October 20, 2006
Steve Nelson
Director, Office of Policy and Evaluation
U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board
Hiring for Ages 20-28 in FY 2005
Social Security
Administration
General Administrative
20%
IT Management
50%
9%
9%
6%
6%
Customs & Border
Protection
Management & Program
Analysis
Others
These are the top 5 occupations hiring this age group in
FY 2005. No other administrative occupation accounted
for more than 5% of hires in this age group.
Appointment Authorities for Ages 20-28 in
FY 2005
20,969 people age 20-28 entered Government service on a
permanent appointment in FY 2005.
4,830 (23%) of these individuals had jobs in administrative
occupations. [4,771 were placed in professional
positions.]
2,140 (44%) of administrative hires in this age group entered
service through Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP an
excepted service 2 year appointment). Another 545
(11%) were Outstanding Scholars while 551 (11%)
were hired through DEU/CS Certificates. There were
252 (5%) Schedule B students. No other single
authority accounted for more than 5% of new hires.
Appointment Authorities for Administrative
Positions for Ages 20-28 in FY 2005
44%
11%
11%
FCIP
DEU or CS Cert
Outstdg Scholar-ABK
OTHER
Sch B Student
VEOA
Direct Hire-AYM
FAA Reform
DOD CIPMS
PMI
VRA
Sch A--agency unique
T32 Nat Guard
Bilingual-ABL
TSA
ACWA-ACA
Physically Handicapped
T38 D/VA only
USDA Demo
Demo
DOD Demo Lab
DOD Acquisition Demo
Agencies’ Rate of Employment for
Administrative Occupations for Ages 20-28
Social Security
Army
25%
26%
Homeland Security
Justice
Navy
5%
13%
Treasury
VA
5%
Air Force
5%
10%
5%
6%
All Others
Hire Grades for Administrative Occupations with
Masters’ Degrees for Ages 20-28
FY 2005
Other
GS-04
GS-05
GS-09
352
56%
GS-07
181
29%
GS-06
GS-07
GS-08
GS-09
GS-10
GS-11
GS-12
GS-13
Hire Grades for Administrative Occupations with
Masters’ Degrees for Ages 20-28
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
GS-04
GS-05
GS-07
GS-09
GS-11
GS-12/Above
New Hires with Master’s Degrees: Administrative Positions
30,000
25,000
20,000
The Federal Government hires significant numbers of people
with master’s degrees, and hiring activity has increased.
In administrative occupations, a relevant master’s degree
alone (e.g., MPA) usually qualifies an applicant for a position
at the GS-09 level. However, the Federal Government hires
most individuals with a master’s degree at a higher level
(indicating that these hires also have relevant work
experience) or at a lower level.
15,000
10,000
5,000
0
1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
GS-05
GS-07
GS-09
GS-11
GS-12/above
OTHER
Strengths and Weaknesses of Public Sector
Supervisors


56% of Federal employees report
their supervisor has good
management skills.
68% of Federal employees report
their supervisor has good technical
skills.
Strengths and Weaknesses of Public Sector
Managers and Leaders



63% of non-supervisory employees are
satisfied with their supervisor.
45% of non-supervisory employees are
satisfied with managers above their
supervisor.
The challenge for managers: building a
good relationship with employees in the
organization who may not interact with
you every day.
Key Factors Shaping Future Environments


New personnel systems such as
DoD’s National Security Personnel
System (NSPS) and (MAX-HR) from
Department of Homeland Security.
Increased telecommuting or distant
worksites.
Implications of
Key Factors Shaping Future Environments


New personnel systems may require more
interpersonal skills, ability to
communicate, and ability to provide
constructive guidance on performance.
Increased telecommuting may require
more ability to manage from a distance
and measure outcomes when supervisors
do not physically observe work
performance.