Work/Life programs and policies are designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home, and loved ones.
As the nation's largest employer, with a workforce committed to safeguarding the health, security, and well being of all Americans, the Federal Government recognizes that great work/life policies, programs, and practices make good business sense.
We strive to create a diverse, effective, engaged workforce, ready to meet the needs of the American public by enabling Federal employees to be committed to their own healthy careers, families, and communities.
Our Mission
To lead and inspire Federal agencies in advancing Work/Life programs and policies to support employee productivity and best serve the American people
Our Role
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) provides Work/Life leadership to the Federal Government by:
- Partnering with Federal agencies to help them develop and manage excellent Work/Life programs that meet the needs of the Federal workforce; and
- Providing the policies, guidance, and research tools that form the foundation of these programs.
The services we provide include:
- Establishing Governmentwide policies, guidance, and research tools for telework, workplace wellness, family resources & employee assistance programs
- Providing consultation on policy development and implementation to agency coordinators
- Generating helpful resources, tools, and handbooks on Work/Life topics
- Managing the network of Work/Life Coordinators across the Government and facilitating opportunities for collaboration and sharing best practices
- Training agency staff to successfully implement Work/Life programs
- Assisting agencies in strategically setting internal goals, creating action plans, and conducting evaluations
Have questions? Check out our Work/Life Frequently Asked Questions or contact us at worklife@OPM.GOV.