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Career Patterns Guide

Scenario: Highly Mobile
Dominant Dimension: Mobility

Highly Mobile Scenario


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Scenario Description

The Highly Mobile scenario describes people who desire mobility either geographically or, once hired, between agencies. Typical Highly Mobile applicants require flexibilities in their work arrangements to accommodate their movement. These individuals will look for the best opportunity to do the work they love.

Highly Mobile Scenario

Core Values

Work Attractors

  • Constant learning
  • Independence
  • Optimism
  • Self-motivation
  • Advanced technology
  • Benefits portability
  • Developmental opportunities
  • Fair compensation
  • Flexible health benefits
  • Flexible work schedule and leave
  • Goal-oriented projects
  • Networking opportunities
  • Technical, administrative and logistical support
  • Work aligned with interests
  • Innovative and meaningful work

Human Resources Policies/Programs To Leverage

  • Appointment of Expert and Consultants
  • Flexible Work Schedules and Leave Policies
  • Part-time and/or Job Sharing
  • Maximum Payable Rate Rule (highest previous rate)
  • Reinstatement Eligibility
  • Recruitment and/ or Relocation Incentives
  • Student Loan Repayment Program (must fulfill 3-year service requirement)
  • Superior Qualifications and Special Needs Pay-Setting Authority
  • Telework
  • Temporary and Term Appointments
  • Veterans Appointing Authorities
  • TSP Matching Contribution Paid by the Government

Supports Recruitment

Supports Retention

  • Create part-time and flexible work options
  • Deploy experts to recruit experts
  • Promote the U.S. Government’s generous and portable benefits package
  • Market the mission
  • Market work-related training
  • Offer professional development opportunities
  • Work to increase employee engagement, particularly among new employees
  • Provide relocation support
  • Reward and recognize contributions

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