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Our Mission
M...to protect human health and to safeguard the
natural environment, air, water and land upon which
I if e depends.r/
We are a team of diverse professionals dedicated to
improving and preserving the quality of the
environment.
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Since the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency first opened for business on
December 2,1970, we have made great progress toward a cleaner, healthier
environment for the American people. Today, however, the challenges we
face look far different than they did even a decade ago, and the Agency's
work has changed to meet them.
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We have found innovative ways to use market forces, reduce regulatory
burdens, and streamline processes so that we can achieve better
environmental results with less cost and complexity. We are changing the
way we interact with our partners in state, tribal, and local governments; and
together we are using new and different kinds of tools to solve environmental
problems. We are supporting communities as they address local
environmental issues, for example, by improving our ability to provide high
quality data and interactive information.
EPA enters the new millennium with over 17,000 employees dedicated to the
preservation and protection of human health and the environment. They are
working in new, creative ways that are cleaner for the environment, cheaper
for business and taxpayers, and smarter for America's future.
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Off ice of Prevention,
Pesticides and loxic Substances (OPPTS)
The Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances is responsible for the development of
national strategies for the control of substances deemed to be hazardous to man and the environment.
Functions of this office include developing criteria to assess chemical substances; setting and
enforcing standards for test protocols for chemicals; determining rules and procedures for industry
reporting; and establishing regulations to control hazardous materials. In addition, the program
evaluates and assesses the impact and uses of new chemicals, and, if needed, develops appropriate
restrictions. Other activities include control and regulation of pesticides, reduction of use to assure
human safety and protection of the environment; establishment of tolerance levels for pesticides that
occur in or on food; monitoring pesticide residue in humans, non-target fish and wildlife, as well as
their environments; and investigation of pesticide accidents. This office also advances pollution
prevention through voluntary action by industry andpromotes the public'sright to know.
Office of Wafer (OW)
The Office of Water works toward restoring, protecting and enhancing the
natural values and uses of the nation's waters as healthy, sustainable
ecological systems, recreational resources, and sources of food and drinking
water. The functions of this office include development of national
programs, technical policies, and regulations relating to drinking water,
water quality, and groundwater; environmental and pollution source
standards development; wetlands protection; technical direction, support
and evaluation of regional water activities; enforcement of standards;
development of technical assistance and technology transfer programs;
provision of training in the field of water quality, economic and long-term
environmental analysis; and marine/estuarine protection.
Off ice of Air and Radiation (OAR)
The quality of the earth's air, indoor air quality and the threat of radiation are the
focus of programs in the Office of Air and Radiation (OAR). EPA has
established air quality standards for the six principal air pollutants: carbon
monoxide, nitrogen oxides, ozone, lead, sulfur oxides, andparticulate. The
Agency has also established and enforces standards for exceptionally
hazardous pollutants, for new sources of pollutants, and for emissions from
stationary and mobile sources. The office has lead responsibility for the
Agency's acid rain, indoor air, ozone layer protection, and climate protection
programs. The Agency's radiation protection activities address issues
pertaining to radon, radioactive waste disposal, and nuclear accident response. OAR
operates facilities hi Washington, D.C.; Ann Arbor, Michigan; Durham, North Carolina;
Montgomery, Alabama; and Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Office of Solid Wasfe and Emergency Response (OSWER)
The Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response is committed to protecting public health and
the environment from dangers arising from mismanagement of waste. The Agency addresses
hazardous waste from two approaches: regulating the management of current and future hazardous
waste steams, and responding to environmental contamination caused by past mismanagement of
hazardous wastes. Key elements of the program include the issuance of permits for hazardous
waste management facilities and the enforcement of rules and permits as they apply to those.who
generate, transport, store, treat and dispose of regulated waste. The Agency's emergency response
and clean-up programs are aimed at identifying sites where hazardous waste pose threats to public
health and the environment, including taking steps to eliminate these threats. OSWER also sets
national direction for safe measurement of municipal solid waste, or household trash, through
standards for landfill design and operation, and other initiatives in areas and environmental
labeling. The Agency is responsible for implementing chemical emergency and preparedness
programs. In addition, the Agency regulates underground storage tanks storing any unregulated
substances, including petroleum products. This office also investigates the ways and means to
apply innovative treatment technologies to contaminated waste sites, soils and groundwater.
Off ice of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA)
The Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, working in partnership with EPA regional
offices and federal, state, local, and tribal governments, ensures compliance with the nation's
environmental laws while also promoting environmental justice. OECA and its partners seek to
maximize compliance through an integrated approach consisting of compliance assistance,
compliance incentives, and enforcement against detected violations. Enforcement actions include
civil judicial and criminal prosecution in federal courts as well as administrative orders.
Compliance assistance programs provide the regulated community with information about
regulatory requirements and technical methods to achieve compliance. Compliance incentive
policies encourage companies to self-police, identify problems, and protect the environment.
Office of Infernalional Activities (OIA)
It is now universally recognized that the world's environmental problems cannot be solved by the
efforts of any single nation. Pollution does not recognize political boundaries. Through its Office
of International Activities, EPA works with other countries on the entire range of international
environmental issues such as climate change, protection of marine environments, and polar
regions, international transport of hazardous waste materials, and provision of technical assistance
to developing countries.
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Office of Research and Development (ORD)
The Office of Research and Development provides the science needed to support the Agency's
mission to protect human health and the environment. ORD conducts high quality peer-reviewed
research targeted at better understanding the nation's most serious environmental threats, and
assists in Agency efforts to address these threats. ORD prepares health and ecological risk
assessments and makes recommendations for sound risk management strategies to assure that
highest risk pollution problems receive focused attention. All research is prioritized based on
risk and carefully aligned to support the Agency environmental goals and
strategic priorities.
In addition, ORD administers a 100 million-dollar competitive
research grants program. This program through partnering with other
federal agencies and organizations and by involving the expertise of the external
scientific community in deciphering difficult scientific problems has provided the
Agency with an effective tool to address some of the Nation's most difficult and
challenging environmental issues.
The ORD environmental laboratories, centers and divisions responsible for
conducting the research are located in Washington, D.C.; Research Triangle Park,
North Carolina; Cincinnati, Ohio; Gulf Breeze, Florida; Athens, Georgia; Las Vegas,
Nevada as well as other locations across the country.
ORD scientists and supporting staff are responsible for ensuring that some of the most significant and
demanding environmental research is conducted to meet Agency and National needs. EPAlabs are all equipped with the
most sophisticated measuring devices and state-of-the art instruments available, such as supercomputers, GIS, risk
assessment and statistical analysis, High Pressure Liquid Chromatography, Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometer,
Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometer, Fourier Transform Infrared, and Beta/Gamma Scintillation System.
Office of Administration and Resource Management (OARM)
The Office of Administration and Resources Management has primary responsibility for policy and
procedures governing material and human resources management, environmental health and
safety, facilities management, administrative services, organization and management analyses,
and procurement and assistance through contracts andgrants.
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Off ice of the Chief Financial Off iccr (OCFO)
The Office of the Chief Financial Officer is responsible for developing, managing, and supporting a
goals-based management system for the Agency that includes strategic planning and
'accountability for environmental, fiscal, and managerial results. Agency-wide budget, resources
management and financial management functions include program analysis and annual planning,
budget formulation, preparation and execution, as well as controls and systems for payroll and
disbursements.
Office of Environmental Inf ormol ion (0£l)
The Office of Environmental Information supports the Agency's mission to protect public health and
the environment by integrating quality environmental information to make it useful for informing
decisions, improving management, documenting performance, and measuring success. Working
with its many internal and external stakeholders and partners, OEI will establish and oversee
information-related policies and procedures that reflect the concerns of EPAmanagers and staff;
local, state, and federal government; tribes, the regulated community and interest groups; and the
general public.
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Off ice of fhe Adminisf rafor (AO)
The Office of the Administrator provides overall supervision of EPA and is responsible directly to
the President of the United States. Programs that it administers include: administrative law
judges; children's health protection; civil rights; communications, education and media relations;
Congressional and intergovernmental relations; cooperative environmental management; policy,
economics, and innovation; regional operations; small and disadvantaged business utilization;
and the Science Advisory Board.
Office of General Counsel (OGC)
The Office of General Counsel provides legal service to all of EPA's organizational elements with
respect to their programs and activities. It provides legal opinions, counsel, and litigation support;
and assists hi the formulation and administration of EPA's policies and programs.
Office of Inspector General (DIG)
The Office of Inspector General conducts and supervises audits and investigations relating to EPA
programs and operations. It provides leadership and makes recommendations designed to
promote economy, efficiency and effectiveness as well as to prevent and detect fraud and abuse in
Agency programs and operations.
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tPA Human Resources U tticei
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1200 PennsylvamaAva, NW
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Regional Offices
EPA Region I
1 Congress Street Suite 1100
Boston, MA. 021 14-2023
http://www.epa.gov/regionO I/
(617)918-1980
EPARegionll
290 Broadway - 28" Floor
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:Atlanta,GA:30303-3104
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(404)5628182
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.7.7 West JacksonBlvd. (MP-10J)
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(312)3232026
EPARegionVI
1445 Ross Avenue
Dallas, TX75202-2733
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(21.4)6656560
EPARegionVn
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Where you mighf work
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Agency Headquarters is located in Washington, D.C., an area rich in cultural
resources. Although one-third of EPA's positions are in the nation's capital, regional
offices and field units throughout the country offer a wealth of career opportunities .
The Agency Headquarters in "Washington, D.C., with nearly 8,000 employees, is the
center of operations for EPA. In addition there are over 10,000 employees in 30
locations across the country. EPAHeadquarters is divided into twelve offices: Office
of the Administrator; Office of Administration and Resources Management; Office of
Air and Radiation; Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance; Office of the
Chief Financial Officer; Office of General Counsel; Office of Inspector General;
Office of International Activities; Office of Environmental Information; Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances; Office of Research and Development;
Office of Water. There are 10 regional offices thatprovide technical assistance to state,
local and tribal governments. The regional offices have major responsibilities for
carrying out EPA programs and policies. These offices are headed by Regional
Administrators possessing broad authority to act for EPA in matters within their
jurisdiction and are staffed by specialists in program areas such as air, waste, water and
pesticides.
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U. S. National Air and Radiation
Environmental Laboratory (NAREL)
540 South Morris Avenue
Montgomery,AL 36115-2601
http://www.epa.gov/narel/
U.S. EPANational Enforcement
Investigations Center Laboratory
Box25277,Bldg.53
Denver Federal Center
Denver, CO 80225
http://ww.epa.gov/oeca/oceft/neic/
U.S. EPANational Exposure
Research Laboratory (NERL)
Mail Code MD-75
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
http://www.epa.gov/herl/
U.S. EPANational Exposure
Research Laboratory (NERL)
Ecosystems Research Division
960 College Station Road
Athens, GA 30605-2700
http://www.epa.gov/AthensR/
U.S. EPANational Exposure
Research Laboratory (NERL)
Environmental Sciences Division
P.O. Box 93478
http.Y/www.epa.gov/crdlvweb/
U.S.EPANationalHealthand
Environmental Effects Research
Laboratory (NHEERL)
Mail Code MD-51
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
http://www.epa.gov/hheerl/
U.S. EPANational Health and
Environmental Effects Research
Laboratory (NHEERL)
Atlantic Ecology Division
27 Tarzwell Drive
Narragansett,RI 02882
http://www.epa.gov/aed/
U.S. EPANational Health and
Environmental Effects Research
Laboratory (NHEERL)
Gulf Ecology Division
Sabine IslandDrive
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
Http://www.epa.gov/ged/
U.S.EPANationalHealthand
Environmental Effects Research
Laboratory (NHEERL)
Mid-Continent Ecology Division
6201 CongdenBoulevard
Duluth,MN55804
http ://www.epa.gov/med/
U.S.EPANationalHealthand
Environmental Effects Research
Laboratory (NHEERL)
Western Ecology Division
200 SW 35th Street
Corvallis, OR 97333
http://www.epa.gov/wed/
National Risk Management
ResearchLaboratory
26 Martin Luther King Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45268
http://www.epa.gov/ORD/NRMRL/
National Risk Management
ResearchLaboratory (NRMRL)
Subsurface Protection and
RemediationDivision
P.O. Box 1198
Ada, OK 74820
http://www.epa.gov/ada/
National Risk Management
Research Laboratory (NRMRL)
Division
Urban Watershed Management
Branch
2890 WoodbridgeAvenue
(MS-104)
Edison, NJ 08837
http://www.epa..gov/edniiniirll/
U.S. EPANational Vehicle and
Fuel Emissions Laboratory
(NVFEL)
2000 Travenwood Drive
Ann Arbor, MI48105
Phone (734) 214-4200
U.S. EPARadiation andrndoor
Environments National Laboratory
P.O.Box98517
Las Vegas, NV 89193-8517
http://www.epa.gov/radiation/rienl
OTHER LOCATIONS
U.S. EPA
26 West Martin Luther King Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45268
(513)569-7840
U.S. EPA
P.O.Box98516
Las Vegas, NV 89193-8516
(702)798-2401
U.S. EPA
2000 TraverwoodDrive
Ann Arbor.MI 48105
(734)214-4220
U.S. EPA
79 T.W Alexander Drive
4201 Bldg., Suite 105
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
http://www.epa.gov/rtp/
(919)541-2201
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College graduates, students, and experienced professionals who are interested in a career at the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency are invited to apply. Most federal employees obtain jobs through competitive procedures. However, there are a number of
federal-wide special authorities and programs EPA may use to hire eligible, qualified applicants outside of the competitive process.
You may be eligible for one or more of them. Keep in mind, however, that the use of these authorities is not mandatory. They
include:
Outstanding Scholar Program
The Outstanding Scholar Program is a special hiring authority established for entry level administrative positions at the GS-5 and
GS-7 grade levels. The Outstanding Scholar Program is authorized under the terms of a consent decree (Luevano vs. Newman) and
can only be used for the specific series and job titles. It is not applicable for other entry-level professional jobs such as those in
accounting, engineering, physical sciences, biological sciences or mathematics. The purpose of this authority is to provide an
additional mechanism to appoint underrepresented minorities in the workforce.
To qualify for consideration, you must be a college graduate and have maintained a grade point average (GPA) of 3.45 or better on a
4.0 scale for all undergraduate course work, or have graduated in the upper lOpercent of your class or major university subdivision.
A college degree in any major is qualifying for most of the career fields covered by the Outstanding Scholar Program; however, a
few occupations, require some course work in subjects related to the job.
Listed below are major occupations at the EPAwhichmay be filled using the Outstanding Scholar Program:
* Environmental Protection Specialist
* Program/Management Specialist
* BudgetAnalyst
» Computer Specialist
+ Contract Specialist
* Economist
* Criminal Investigator
+ Public Affairs Specialist
Bilingual/Biculfural Hiring Authority
Under the BiHngual/Bicultural authority, if you have Spanish language proficiency or knowledge of Hispanic culture, you may be
appointed to aposition for which you qualify if the job requires suchknowledge and ability.
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Placement Employment of Persons with Disabilities
The EPA welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities
and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons. Another special hiring authority may be
used when considering certain persons with disabilities (those with severe physical, cognitive or
emotional disability, or a history of such disabilities or are perceived as having such disabilities).
This authority provides a unique opportunity to demonstrate the potential to successfully perform the
essential duties of a position with and without workplace accommodations.
Persons interested in being considered for employment under this excepted service appointment
authority must be certified by either a state vocational rehabilitation agency or the Department of
Veterans Affairs. They will review and prepare the necessary certification required to verify your
eligibility under this special hiring authority. You may then apply for any position which is open to
outside applicants and for those considering individuals eligible for hire under noncompetitive
appointing authorities.
Special Appointing Authorities for Veterans
(1) Veterans' ReadjustmentAppointment (VRA)
The VRA is a special authority by which an eligible veteran may be appointed without competition.
The candidate must meet the basic qualification requirements for the position. The VRA is a
convenient method of appointment for both the EPA and the veteran. However, use of this authority is
entirely discretionary and no one is entitled to a VRA appointment. The candidate must have served
on active duty for a period of more than 180 days all or any part of which occurred after August 4,
1964; (February 28, 1961, for those who actually served in Vietnam) AND received other than a
dishonorable discharge. If the veteran was discharged or released from active duty because of a
service-connected disability, the 180 days of active duty is not required.
(2) Veterans' Employment OpportunitiesAct of 1998 (VEOA)
This program allows veterans who have been separated to compete for vacancies under merit
promotion procedures when an agency accepts applications from outside its own workforce.
Eligible veterans are those who have been separated under honorable conditions from the armed
forces with three or more years of continuous active service. The veteran must apply under the
advertised vacancy (open to applications outside of EPA) to be considered. Applicants must meet the
qualification requirements for the position being filled.
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Presidential Management Infern Program
The Presidential Management Intern (PMI) Program was established by Executive Order in 1977. It provides a special means of
entry into the federal service for recipients of graduate degrees. These individuals must also have a clear interest in, and a
commitment to, a career in the analysis and management of public policies and programs. Career development is emphasized and, as
an intern, you would be exposed to a variety of work assignments, seminars, discussion groups, career counseling, and other
activities. Each year, the EPA provides job opportunities for PMI's.
T;his program is managed by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Applications for this program can be obtained from your
graduate school or placement office.
Sfudenf Educational fmploymenf Program
This program was created to attract talented students to federal public service. It is an opportunity for students to earn money and
continue their education, to train with people who manage the day-to-day business of the federal government, and to combine
academic study with on-the-job experience.
The Student Educational Employment Program has two components: (1) Student Temporary Employment Program and the (2)
Student Career Experience Program. It is available to all levels of students: high school, vocational and technical, associate degree,
baccalaureate degree, graduate degree, and professional degree. Students maybe hired into this program at any time during the year.
(l)TheStudentTemporaryEmploymentProgram(STEP)
Opportunities under this component offer temporary employment which enables student to earn a salary while continuing their
studies. Positions under this component can range from summer jobs to positions that can last for as long as you are a student. Your
j ob does not have to be related to your field of study.
(2) The Student Career Experience Program (SCEP)
This component offers career-related employment which enriches students' academic experience and offers valuable work
experience in their career fields. You may be eligible for conversion to permanent employment under this component after
successfully completing educational requirements and meeting certain work requirements. Students under this program are eligible
for life, health, and.certain other benefits.
Eligibility for both components of the Student Educational Employment Program, you must be:
* at least 16 years of age;
* a student enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree-seeking student (diploma, certificate, etc.);
* taking at least half-time academic or vocational and technical course load in an accredited high school, technical or vocational
school, 2 or 4-year college or university, or graduate or professional school;
(Note: U.S. citizenship is required for conversion to permanent employment under the Student Career Experience Program).
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After reviewing this general overview and you are ready to explore career opportunities with the EPA, there are several ways to do so.
Listedbelow are some things you should know.
We are looking for high quality people - hard workers and self-starters willing to persevere in any task undertaken. Career
opportunities with the EPA are many and varied. Specific education and experience requirements vary among many occupational areas.
These qualification requirements will be listed in each vacancy announcement. Because most federal jobs are competitively filled,
public notice must be given that a vacancy exists and that applications are being accepted. To be considered for employment, you must
apply for a specific position or vacancy announcement.
Finding EPA ]ob Vacancies
To learn about vacancies within the EPA you may access EPA's Internet homepage atwww.epa.gov. You may also contact any EPA
Regional Office for employment information.
Additionally, you can locate EPA vacancy announcements by visiting the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) website at
www.usajob.opm.gov. Once you are in the OPM website, you will be able to locate us at the agency drop-down menu. This will
display all EPA vacancies nationwide.
How to Apply
Follow the application instructions. You should send your complete application directly to the address indicated on the vacancy
announcement. You may submit an Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), the Standard Form 171 (SF-171), a
resume, or any other written format you choose, but it must contain the required information. This information is explained in detail on
every vacancy announcement.
Citizenship
YoumustbeaU.S. citizen to work at the EPA.
Equal Employment Opportunity
EPA is an equal opportunity employer, which strives to mirror this diverse nation by actively recruiting, employing, and advancing
women and individuals of different cultural backgrounds. This policy applies to every aspect of employment, including promotions,
pay increases and training. These goals are fulfilled through open and competitive employment programs. All qualified candidates
will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, political
affiliation, marital status, sexual orientation, or other non-merit factors.
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£PA Salary and Employment Benef its Information
Overall, EPA offers one of the most comprehensive
compensation packages in the country. The base salary is
generally competitive with, or higher than, similar employment
opportunities. Plus, we offer many benefits that make working
with EPA as fulfilling and rewarding as possible. For example,
EPA has an incentive awards program intended to encourage high
productivity by acknowledgment of superior performance in
numerous ways. Our employees are eligible for monetary and/or
non-monetary recognition for individual or team
accomplishments that contribute to meeting the Agency's goals.
Like other government agencies, most salaries in EPA are paid
under the General Schedule. The grade level at which an
individual enters a job depends on the specific position and the
individual's qualifications. For positions classified in the
engineering occupations, grades five through twelve, there are
higher salary rates. Under the Federal Pay Comparability Act,
salaries are adjusted annually.
The annual leave allotment is 13 work days per year during the
first three years of service, 20 days during years four through
fifteen, and 26 days thereafter. There are also 10 paid holidays
during each year. Sick leave accumulates at the rate of 13 work
days without limit. Additionally, we offer an excellent health
benefits program, and a strong retirementplan.
Other amenities include the many Quality of Worklife Programs.
These programs were developed with the knowledge that a well-
balanced and stress-free person is a happy and productive
employee. EPA recognizes the importance of providing
employees with maximum opportunities to complete their work
in an environment that is sensitive to personal needs and
professional goals. EPA continues to develop a compensation
package which is consistent with improving the quality of
worklife.
Career and Personal Development
Employee Training is both encouraged and available in different
forms. Whether or not you go to classes or conferences, your most
important ongoing training is on the job itself. As you learn more
about your work, you are advancing your knowledge, skills, and
abilities. EPA encourages and promotes professional
development and training, as well as personal development. The
Agency also encourages employees to participate in EPA's
Learning Institute Program and in professional societies.
Flexible Work Schedules
EPA continues to lead other federal agencies in developing and
implementing programs which allow employees to tailor work
schedules compatible with their personal needs and professional
goals. Flexiplace is a relatively new program which offers some
employees the opportunity to work at home or off-site during part
of their work week. This may be necessary for medical or
personal reasons.
Leave Sharing/Leave Bank
The Leave Sharing and Leave Bankprogram allows employees to
"invest" a small number of hours of their annual leave allotment
to participate in the benefits of a kind of insurance covering
catastrophic leave demands. It also allows employees to donate
their leave to the aid of fellow employees who have extraordinary
circumstances.
Fitness/Health Services
Fitness Centers and Stress Labs are important components of the
employee health program. These facilities provide an array of
classes and workout equipment to help keep employees in sound
physical conditioning. Medical Monitoring Programs provide
periodic on-site screening for such medical concerns as high
blood pressure, cancer, and sickle cell anemia. The Employee
Assistance Program (EAP) provides a helping hand to employees
dealing with personal problems and stresses. This program offers
confidential assistance to employees with problems or concerns
related to substance abuse.
Childcare
Child care is available at a growing number of EPA facilities
around the nation.
{•Idercare
Eldercare is relatively new program which provides an
alternative for employees who are responsible for the care of a
dependent senior. EPA provides referral assistance for
identifying a caregiver to relieve employees while they are at
work.
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