April 1, 2022 OPM Delegated Examining Certification Frequently Asked Questions OPM developed FAQs related to what happens when certification expires, account creation, account updates, and registration of the required waiting period. Review the FAQs. Apply for the SESCDP Class #21 Applications for the Senior Executive Service Candidates Development Program (SESCDP) Class #21 are open until April 26. The Executive Resources Division hosted an SESCDP Kick-off Event and ECQ Writing Basics seminar this week to assist interested candidates. A second ECQ Writing seminar will be presented on April 5 at 1 pm ET. Visit the ERD SharePoint for more information about the SESCDP or email Executiveresources@ios.doi.gov with questions. PB 22-02: Administratively Determined Pay Plan for Emergency Workers Personnel Bulletin 22-02 replaces and supersedes previously (2021) approved plans. In the event there is an emergency in progress on the effective date of this Pay Plan, the casuals on that emergency shall be paid under the provisions of the AD Pay Plan in effect at the time of hire. SMIS Reopens for Entering New Employee Vaccination Status Effective Friday, March 25, 2022, the Safety Management Information System (SMIS) officially reopened for the purpose of recording the vaccination status of new employees hired on or after January 21, 2022 (the date of the issuance of the Nationwide Preliminary Injunction). Consistent with Executive Order 13991, Protecting the Federal Workforce and Requiring Mask-Wearing (January 20, 2021), employee vaccination status is required to guide workplace safety protocols to protect the health and safety of people in DOI workplaces. Servicing Human Resources Offices (SHRO) will begin reaching out to new employees with instructions on how to record their vaccination status in SMIS. Employees (including new employees) are not required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees have the option to indicate that they are not vaccinated against COVID-19. Questions should be directed to your SHRO. New Visitor, Contractor, and Meeting COVID-19 Guidance Consistent with guidance from the CDC and the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force, the Department has provided updated guidance for gatherings of 50 or more participants. COVID-19 Policy Bulletin 2022-02 and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) are available on the All DOI Employees COVID-19 Information Portal. In DEIA News The White House published FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Advances Equality and Visibility for Transgender Americans and EEOC will be adding a nonbinary gender option to the discrimination charge intake process. Women's Mentoring Program Launch DOI is excited to launch a Women's Mentoring Program to provide a platform for anyone in the Department who would benefit from accessing a women-centered space. The Program's mission is to foster meaningful relationships through mentorships in which women build knowledge, confidence, character and skills to lead the Interior successfully. This effort is also intended to address the gender inequities in the federal workforce and support the administration's National Strategy on Gender Equity and Equality. Interested employees may apply through Interior Women's Mentoring Program form by April 11. Contact Committee chairs Paula Estornell or Rebecca (Becky) Hunt with questions. Coding Remote Work in FPPS As employees continue to finalize their remote work arrangements, please ensure that their information is updated in the Federal Personnel and Payroll System (FPPS) and that employees are coded as remote workers in the system. If you have any questions about how to code remote work in FPPS, or need a refresher, please take a moment to review the Coding Remote Work in FPPS guidance document. Updated Hiring Tools at a Glance The Hiring Tools at a Glance spreadsheet contains various hiring authorities available to hiring managers when filling vacancies and is available on the Managers & HR page on our website. Enrollment is Open for the Intermediate Leadership Development Cohort DOI University is proud to announce enrollment for the newly redesigned Intermediate Leadership Development Cohort Program. This 7-month, distributed learning program is designed for individuals who are just starting out on their Supervisory journey, have been supervisors for 5 years or less, OR manage large project teams. Tools for Re-entry As the Department is initiating re-entry to the physical workplace, we want to remind you of the various tools available on DOI's All Employee COVID-19 Information Portal, through CDC guidance, Safer Federal Workforce Task Force FAQs, the Future of Work Supervisor Checklist, and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's Future of Work site. Employee Assistance Program Interior's Employee Assistant Program (EAP) provider, Espyr, is here for employees and their dependents. Espyr provides confidential counseling and consultation at no cost via telephone or other virtual means. Use Member Access password "interioreap". Deputy Assistant Secretary - Human Capital and Diversity (SES):This position serves as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Human Capital and Diversity and the Chief Human Capital Officer for the Department of the Interior within the Office of Policy, Management, and Budget in Washington, DC. Apply by April 4, 2022. Deputy Director OLES (GS-1811-15): The Office of Law Enforcement and Security (OLES) is seeking a Deputy Director in Washington, DC. Apply by April 5, 2022 Deputy Assistant Director, Business Management and Administration (Program Manager, GS-0301-15): This position serves with the Bureau of Land Management in Washington, DC. Apply by April 6, 2022. Security Specialist (National Security, GS-0080-13/14): The incumbent will serve as the Departmental Classified National Security Program Manager/Coordinator, under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director-Security, with the primary responsibility of developing and implementing a classified national security program. The position is located in the DOI Office of Law Enforcement and Security in Washington, DC. Apply by April 7, 2022. Director, Office of Aviation Services (SES-0340-00): The Office of Aviation Services is seeking a Director based in Boise, ID or Washington, DC. Apply by April 14, 2022. Deputy Director, ODICR/Deputy Chief Diversity Officer (SES): The Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Civil Rights (ODICR) is seeking a Deputy Director/Deputy Chief Diversity Officer in Washington, DC with an option for telework. Apply by April 21, 2022. Deputy Director, OHC/Director, Human Capital Initiatives and Compliance (SL-0201-00): This Senior Leader position is based in Washington, DC and reports to the Direct, Office of Human Capital. Apply by April 22, 2022. SES Candidate Development Program Class 21 (GS-14/15): DOI invites qualified individuals to apply to its prestigious Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), expected to begin in November 2022. Qualified individuals are those who have demonstrated through their performance and experience the potential to assume executive-level positions within the Federal Government. Apply by April 26, 2022. Apr 4 | COVID-19 Caregiving Administrative Leave flexibility ends Apr 5, 1-2 pm ET | Executive Core Qualifications Learning Session #2 - The OHC Executive Resources Division is hosting a learning session to assist applicants in completing their Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) statements. Join this session on MS Teams Live to participate. Apr 5, 1-2 pm ET | Talent Surge Webinar Series: OPM Review of Political Appointees to Career - This session will provide an overview of the pre-appointment review process required when an agency selects a current or former political appointee for a permanent position in the competitive service, excepted service, or career Senior Executive Service. Registration is required on Eventbrite. Apr 6-7 | DOI Tribal Colleges & Universities (TCU) Virtual Career Event - DOI is hosting this virtual event to to equip tribal communities with the knowledge and ability to apply for federal positions and expressly understand DOI's mission, the various jobs available across our bureaus/offices and how to be considered. Attendees may register on Zoom, visit the website for more information, and contact Isabel Long with questions. Apr 7, 1-2:30 pm ET | Creating Section 508 Compliant MS Excel Spreadsheets - The DOI Section 508 Office will present an in-depth session on creating 508 compliant Excel spreadsheets. Enroll in this free course in DOI Talent. Apr 13, 1-2 pm ET | BSEE Basics Webinar: Employee/Labor Relations and Performance Management - BSEE Basics Webinars aim to equip personnel with basic human resources information and include a 45 minute presentation with a 15 minute Q&A session. Participation is open to all employees and there is no cost to attend. Registration is required through Zoom. Apr 20, 12-1 pm ET | DOI Financial Education Webinar: Retirement Planning - The Foundation for Financial Education will discuss running the retirement marathon, long-term care considerations, financial situations that may impact retirement, and more. Attendees should register for this free webinar on DOI Talent and GoToWebinar. Apr 21, 1-2:30 pm ET | Creating Section 508 Compliant Electronic Documents - The DOI Section 508 Office will present an in-depth session on creating 508 compliant Word and PDF documents. Enroll in this free course in DOI Talent. Apr 26 | Deadline to apply for the SESCDP - Visit the ERD SharePoint for more information about the SESCDP or email Executiveresources@ios.doi.gov with questions. Apr 28 | Save the date: DOI Bring a Kid to Work Day - We're bringing DOI to your homes and classrooms! Kids of all ages are welcome to join us online for a day of learning and fun. 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