Learn about what an Individual Development Plan (IDP) is and access resources to help you work with your supervisor to develop your own!
This resource shares specific federal guidelines for healthy living and links to find ways to benefit your personal journey to safety and wellness.
Administration, Business Practices, and Information Technology play a vital role in helping to accomplish the NPS mission. Learn more here!
The Commercial Services Program administers concession contracts and commercial use authorizations (CUAs) in national parks.
The National Park Service manages a broad array of natural and cultural resources in over 400 units spread across the United States and its territories.
The National Park Service (NPS) manages a variety of facilities that enable visitors to experience national parks in a safe and accessible environment.
Visitor and Resource Protection is made up of many operations including: fire management, law enforcement, emergency services, special park uses, and fees.
An is a professional communicator who facilitates audience understanding and appreciation of park resources and our nation’s stories and treasures.
Volunteering is an American tradition that has made an immeasurable contribution to communities, organizations, and individuals throughout the country.
The word “steward” for the National Park Service (NPS) means a manager, administrator, or guardian who cares for the public parks, resources, values.
Learn more about KSAs - what they are and how they relate to the hiring process.
Implicit bias refers to the attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner.
The NPS national headquarters and support centers are collectively called the Washington Support Office (WASO).
This page is designed to empower you with resources curated by a diverse group of Employee Learning & Development staff members from across the service to support you in being either a mentor, mentee, or both!
Find information about the NPS Fundamentals Program and resources to help you plan your visit during the residential training.
The Mentorship Pilot Program was created by a team of FLP 2019 grads and is being piloted to the Future Leader class of 2019 cohort.
Listen and learn why traditional rewards aren't always as effective as we think.
When is training appropriate? Learn how a simple rhyme can help you decide.
What is a learning organization and how do leaders create them and sustain them?
Four simple steps to learning how to acquire a totally new skill.
Giving feedback is a skill but a much neglected skill is how to receive feedback.
IDP planning resources specific to the Northeast region
This video describes the why, what, and how of creating an Individual Development Plans (IDP). This overview also covers concepts and practical tools.
Wondering where you want to go in your professional career? Explore these career development resources to help you determine which ladder you want to climb!
Networking is a way to build relationships, accomplish work and enhance your career. It’s a skill that can be learned and improved with practice.