Seattle FEB Associates Program
 

 

Want to Be A Leader? Are you… Ready to explore new and challenging programs? Seeking new opportunities for professional growth? Interested in working with peers and managers from other federal agencies?

The Seattle Federal Executive Board Associates Program can help you develop your LEADERSHIP skills.

About the Program:

The Associates Program is a two-year long experiential leadership development program that selects the top 10-15 emerging leaders across all federal agencies in the Seattle area. Nominations for the Associates Program must come from agency directors and nominees must complete an application and interview screening process. The target candidates for the program include high-potential GS-9 through GS-12 (or equivalent) employees.

Program Requirements:

·   Associates are required to attend a three-day orientation and planning retreat

·   Plan, conduct and attend monthly meetings.

·   Fully participate in various Associate group activities, including training, service projects, team project and other events approved and planned by the group as a whole.

·   Complete one shadow assignment each year.

·   Complete training, either individually or with the whole group that addresses competencies in meeting management, facilitation, working as a team, communication skills, personal development and self-assessment.

·   Complete at least two service activities with the SFEB.

·   Keep his/her supervisor apprised of activities and accomplishments.

·   Complete an annual self-evaluation.

Examples of prior year Associate projects:

2009: Serve America Challenge

In support of the President Obama’s call on Americans to make a difference by volunteering, the SFEB Associates challenged college students to serve in the community. The Associates then asked the students to share their experiences by competitively reflecting through a piece of writing, a work of art or other expressions.

2010: Government Going Green

In support of President Obama’s Executive Order on Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance, the SFEB Associates organized a half day fair showcasing the green initiatives being implemented by the government at the federal, state, and local level.

2011: Step Up

A competition between Seattle area agencies and their employees to increase volunteer efforts. For more information on how you or your agency can get involved in Step Up!, please contact Shelia Hensley at Sheila.k.hensley@noaa.gov

 

For further information, contact Paul Carlson, Seattle Federal Executive Board at (206) 220-6171.

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