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COURSES OF ACTION. Created By: Alexandra Landstrom. PATHWAYS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: THREE DIFFERENT COURSES OF ACTION. COA #1: Tiered. Rotation schedule based on conversion requirements at each grade level, length of academic program, and any necessary specialized experience. > 4 yrs. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
COURSES OF ACTION
PATHWAYS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
THREE DIFFERENT COURSES OF ACTION
Created By: Alexandra Landstrom
COA #1: Tiered
> 1 yr < 2 yrs
> 2 yrs < 3 yrs
> 3 yrs < 4 yrs
Specialization in one program area
Limited rotation in program areas as able
Conversion at GS- 9 level
Full exposure to all program areas
Specialization in 1-2 program areas
Conversion at GS-11 level
Rotation schedule based on conversion requirements at each grade level, length of academic program, and any necessary specialized experience.
Average length of participation (27 months)
Minimal exposure to some program areas
Conversion at GS- 5 level
< 1 year
Full exposure to all program areas
Leadership Rotation
Specialization in multiple program areas
Project Ownership
Conversion at GS-11 level
> 4 yrs
Minimal or limited exposure to all program areas
May need 1 year of specialization, if not ed. qual
Conversion at GS- 7 level
Cons:•Potential conversion placement will need to be determined 6 to 12 months prior to interns completing academic program • Does not provide a comprehensive learning experience for interns hired close to degree completion• Rotations deemphasized- 1 year program specialization requirement could impact balanced program development
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Pros:•Ensures participants will meet program specific experience in at least 1 program area for the GS-9/11 levels•Interns with a longer time frame will receive more training, achieve higher graded conversions, and gain thorough HR development•Easy to implement•May be viewed more favorably by other employees
COA #1: Tiered
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12ROI Illustration
# of Programs with Specialized Exp.
Max # of Pro-grams Rotated Through
GS Level at Conversion
Length of Time in Program (months)
COA #1: Tiered
Participants receive professional development while completing their degrees.
COA #2: Academic
Associate/ Bachelor/ Master/
Doctorate Degree
Training
Plan
Project
Ownership
Program
Rotations
Leadership
Experience
Organizational
Need
Conversion qualifications are based solely upon education level achieved
Rotation schedule is at the discretion of management.
Average length of participation: 27 months
Pros:• Consistent conversion process• Ease of management• Eliminates any experience concerns upon conversion• Most flexibility in rotations
Cons:• No conversion option for students receiving Associates /Technical degree• Negates developmental experience • Non-compliance with Title 5 U.S.C. 3308 & OPM requirements on crediting experience• Poor utilization of agency investment• May result in lower retention rates due to possible change to a lower grade• Risks possible EEO or ER/LR related complaints• Limits the GS-11 level to interns achieving a doctorate level degree
COA #2: Academic
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12ROI- Bachelor Degree
Max # of Pro-grams Rotated Through
Highest Possible GS Level Achieved
GS Level at Conversion
Length of Time in Program (months)
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12ROI- Doctorate Degree
Max # of Pro-grams Rotated Through
Highest Possible GS Level Achieved
GS Level at Conversion
Length of Time in Program (months)
COA #2: Academic
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12ROI- Overall/Average
Max # of Pro-grams Rotated Through
Highest Possible GS Level Achieved
GS Level at Conversion
Length of Time in Program (months)
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12ROI- Master Degree
Max # of Pro-grams Rotated Through
Highest Possible GS Level Achieved
GS Level at Conversion
Length of Time in Program (months)
Model based upon a classroom-style schedule of learning. Schedule may be manipulated to fit organizational needs, part-time tours, and length of time intern is in program.
Multiple program areas must be incorporated with each rotation and all rotations must last at least 1 year (until all program areas have been rotated through).
Year 1• Staffing Mon-Fri 8am-11am
• HRP Mon-Fri 12pm-2pm
• Classification Mon-Fri 2pm-3pm
Year 2• ER/LR
Mon-Fri 8am-11am
• Benefits Mon-Fri 12pm-2pm
• Liaisons Mon-Fri 2pm-3pm
Year 3• OPL
Mon-Fri 8am-11am
• PE Mon-Fri 12pm-2pm
• Worklife Mon-Fri 2pm-3pm
Year 4• Matt/Chiefs January-April
• Jennifer/Chiefs May-August
• Leon/Chiefs September-December
COA #3: Blocked
Average length of participation
(27 mo)
Schedule may use an alternative format that assigns each program specific days of the week.
Cons:• Programs may have difficulty with transition to different type of schedule• Equitable division of program time/assignments will need to be consistently adhered to• Maintenance of schedule may be more complicated for leadership • Possible bottlenecking could cause confusion.
Pros:• Meets 1 year of program specialization in multiple program areas concurrently • Allows interns with minimal expected time in the program to still obtain program specific experience in multiple areas• Flexible scheduling options work with organizational needs• Trainers may be more receptive to this schedule (allows ample time for trainers to complete their own work, instead of their time being monopolized for 3-6 months)• Follows block scheduling templates used by academic institutions, which students are acclimated to already
COA #3: Blocked
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12ROI Illustration
# of Programs with Specialized Exp.
Max # of Programs Rotated Through
GS Level at Conversion
Length of Time in Program (months)
COA #3: Blocked
Application of Qualification Standards
3. Specialized Experience Requirements
g. Concurrent experience -Concurrent, straight-time experience in a second position can be credited towards meeting specialized experience requirements only if it contributes significantly to the applicant's possession of the specific KSA's required for the position to be filled.
(http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e9)
Decision Matrix
Quality Tiered Score Standardized Score Blocked Score
(5) Succession Planning 2 10 1 5 3 15
(4) Develops Across All Areas 2 8 3 12 1 4
(3) Feasibility 2 6 1 3 3 9
(2) Exportability 2 4 2 4 2 4
(1) Versatility 2 2 1 1 3 3
TOTAL (higher is better) 30 25 35
Recommendation- COA #3: Blocked