1. OFFICE OF NAVAL RESEARCH
WHO WE ARE?
OFFICE OF NAVAL RESEARCH
Margaret J. Mitchell
Director, Civilian Human Resources September 2017
Distribution statement

2. Who Are We?
The Office of Naval Research was founded to “foster, plan, facilitate and transition scientific research in recognition of its paramount importance to enable future naval power and the preservation of national security.”
We serve the warfighter and help defend the nation by discovering, developing and transitioning innovative science and technology (S&T) to meet the current and future needs of naval forces.

3. NAVY HR - “the right people, at the right time, with the right skills”
What We Do?
As the Director of Civilian Human Resources, my department serves as strategic partners and advisors to the command leadership on civilian human resources matters and is responsible for the execution of the Command’s HR program.
We provide HR leadership, policy, strategic planning, and consulting services for our managers and employees. We assist in acquiring and retaining highly qualified, well educated employees.
NAVY HR - “the right people, at the right time, with the right skills”

4. ONR Workforce Civilian Employees - 3036 Military Personnel - 111
Nearly 1022 PhDs Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) - 10
More than 515 Master’s Degrees Detailees - 90
160 Fellows Contractors - 501
Scientists & Engineers (S&E)
Aerospace Engineering Engineering Research Psychologist Oceanographer
Astrophysicist Research Biologist Physical Scientist
Chemical Engineer Physiologist Physicist
Computational Research Linguist Geologist Research Biologist
Computer Engineer Materials Research Engineer Research Chemist
Computer Scientist Mathematician Social Scientist
Electrical Engineer Mechanical Engineer
Electronics Engineer Metallurgist
Administrative/Non-S&E positions
Accounting Budget Financial Management Analyst
Contract Specialist Grants Specialist General Law & Patent Attorneys
Human Resources Management & Program Analyst Public Affairs
Safety Security, Supply Administrative Officers
Technical Information Technicians and Trades

5. Pay and Incentive Plans
Competitive Federal Salaries
Recruitment Bonuses
Advancement Opportunities
Professional Development Program
Relocation Expenses
Research Opportunities for Program Officers
Professional Credentials Funding

6. Health/Welfare/Retirement/Benefits
Federal Employee Retirement System
Thrift Saving Plan – match funds up to 5% after 3 years
Health and Life Insurance Options
Wellness Programs
13 days of vacation during the first year; 19 days of vacation after 3 years; 26 days of vacation after 15 years
13 earned days of sick leave per year
10 paid holidays
Family medical leave
Sick days for family illnesses or elder care
Telework
Flexible/Compressed Work Schedule
Virtual Employee Program
Leave Donor Program
Transit Subsidy
Subsidized Fitness Center Memberships

7. Professional Development & Career Enhancement
Invest in training and development to improve employee performance and attract and retain a knowledgeable and skilled workforce
Provide continuous learning and growth opportunities that meet the learning needs of ONR executives, senior managers and workforce
Current Opportunities
Defense Senior Leadership Development Program
Federal Executive Institute (FEI) - 1 month program
Academy of Learning
Academic Degree Tuition Assistance Program (ADTAP)
ONR Leadership Development Program
Mentoring
Rotational Assignments
Student Loan Repayment up to 10k annually
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8. NRL Student Programs/Long Term Training Programs
Federal Employee Student Programs
STEM Student Employment Program
Pathways Internship Program
Direct Hire for Post-Secondary Students & Recent Graduates
Additional Student Programs
ONR Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program
ONR Naval Research Enterprise Intern Program
Historically Black Colleges or Universities/Minority Institutions Internship
Department of Homeland Security STEM Program
Student Volunteer Program
Long Term Training Programs
Edison Memorial Graduate Training
Select Graduate Training Program
Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA
Advance Graduate Research Program (Sabbatical Program)

9. HR Points of Contact (703) 588-2364
MITCHELL, MARGARET
(703)
DCHR/HRO/Human Capital Mgmt/ HR Assessment and LAB Demo
SPRATLEY, STARLETA
(703)
Staffing/Classification Specialist
Crockett, Dawn
(703)
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