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American Indian/Alaska Native Emphasis Program

PA's NRCS Program Manager: John Metrick

Purpose

The purpose of the program is to provide focus on issues such as employment, promotion, training, and career enhancement affecting American Indian/Alaskan Native employees and applicants in NRCS.

NRCS Policy

It is NRCS policy to conduct a positive and continuing AI/ANEP that provides equal employment opportunity for American Indian/Alaskan Natives in all personnel management policies and practices, as well as in NRCS-sponsored programs and activities.

Program Objectives

• Increase the total number of American Indian/Alaskan Natives in all Professional, Administrative, Technical, Clerical, and Others (PATCO) categories, series, and grade levels.

• Encourage the participation of American Indian/Alaskan Natives in all NRCS-sponsored programs and activities.

• Provide a network of professional support for American Indian/Alaskan Natives.

• Ensure that the American Indian/Alaskan Native community receives equal treatment in all aspects of employment.

• Provide opportunities to participate in training and training programs, such as career enhancement, graduate studies, and others.

November is American Indian Heritage Month!