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By: FEDweek StaffA posting by the Partnership for Public Service lists steps for navigating up through an agency based on leadership development programs it offers. They are (in its words):
* “At what level can you gain flexibility?–Some agencies require you to achieve a certain GS level before you can have more decision making over your career path and jobs you take. Do you need to be a GS-13? Maybe GS-12? Once you achieve that level, you’ll have much more flexibility over your career path, so learn what you need to do to get to that level and then do it.
* “Who are the influencers and what is your relationship to them?–It’s important to think about your network and where people fit into it. Who are your close coworkers? Who are your advocates who will speak well on your behalf? Who are your allies who will give you opportunities to succeed? What is your relationship to each? Being intentional about mapping out your network can help you identify the people who are both influential in your organization and your strongest supporters.
* “What offices are in the spotlight?–Being in a fast-paced office that has the attention of your agency’s secretary or administrator can highlight you and the impact you have. Are there opportunities for you to join an office that is in the spotlight? Will you have opportunities to do so in the future?
* “Remember to wait for your time—it will happen.–That said, don’t just jump to the next best thing. Be smart and intentional about your career moves. If you’re considering a move and your mentors and supervisors are suggesting otherwise, it might not be the right time to make the jump. If now is not the right time, remember that the time will come, so be ready when it does.
* “Someone is always watching.–Federal agencies are big places, but they’re also small. Someone is always watching you, so do what you can to exercise emotional intelligence and self-awareness. Be kind, work hard and don’t speak badly about people in the organization. The last thing you want is to be in contention for an important role, only to have one of the panel members remember the time you were nasty to a colleague.”
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