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Post by Deleted on Mar 3, 2015 15:33:44 GMT -5
Anyone on this Board already participate in this program as an ALJ? I recently applied and am curious about what you did, where you went, etc. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 4, 2015 7:56:24 GMT -5
I have the same question as Flowing. Interesting idea, but somewhat short on specifics. Can't be sure what the intent is. Applied anyway, because it looks like an interesting opportunity. Here's the e-mail we recieved, Bob.
Subject: Administrative Law Judge Leadership Development Program – INFORMATION/ACTION
We are pleased to announce the second offering of the ALJ Leadership Development Program (ALJ LDP). The ALJ LDP is an 18-month program designed to provide selected judges who have three (3) or more years’ experience with developmental assignments and training to prepare them for future potential leadership positions within ODAR.
Participants will complete developmental assignments for varying lengths of time and with various offices. They will work closely with ODAR Executives, the Chief Judge and Deputy Chief Judge, and other senior management on significant and meaningful projects to address current and future organizational challenges. Most assignments will be completed virtually, and the participants will remain at their regular duty stations in most cases. However, flexibility is needed.
The strength of the ALJ corps is integral to our success as we plan for the future, and we encourage you to take advantage of this unique opportunity to enhance and showcase your leadership skills.
For additional program information and to submit an application please visit the ALJ LDP SharePoint
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Post by Gaidin on Mar 4, 2015 9:57:26 GMT -5
That sounds like a really neat opportunity. Of course it is pretty vague and I learned a lot about volunteering in the army and little of it was good.
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Post by Missundaztood on Mar 4, 2015 10:06:08 GMT -5
That sounds like a really neat opportunity. Of course it is pretty vague and I learned a lot about volunteering in the army and little of it was good. I was always "volun-told." |
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Post by moopigsdad on Mar 4, 2015 11:16:32 GMT -5
I have the same question as Flowing. Interesting idea, but somewhat short on specifics. Can't be sure what the intent is. Applied anyway, because it looks like an interesting opportunity. Here's the e-mail we recieved, Bob. Subject: Administrative Law Judge Leadership Development Program – INFORMATION/ACTION We are pleased to announce the second offering of the ALJ Leadership Development Program (ALJ LDP). The ALJ LDP is an 18-month program designed to provide selected judges who have three (3) or more years’ experience with developmental assignments and training to prepare them for future potential leadership positions within ODAR. Participants will complete developmental assignments for varying lengths of time and with various offices. They will work closely with ODAR Executives, the Chief Judge and Deputy Chief Judge, and other senior management on significant and meaningful projects to address current and future organizational challenges. Most assignments will be completed virtually, and the participants will remain at their regular duty stations in most cases. However, flexibility is needed. The strength of the ALJ corps is integral to our success as we plan for the future, and we encourage you to take advantage of this unique opportunity to enhance and showcase your leadership skills. For additional program information and to submit an application please visit the ALJ LDP SharePoint It is very similar to programs run by state government looking for the leaders of the future. It is an executive training opportunity to allow one to gain knowledge and skills to move up the ranks in SSA to such positions as HOCALJ, ROCALJ and Deputy Chief Judge and Chief Judge. The people who do the training experience are likely to be picked for positions prior to someone without the training experience. If you are looking to move up the ranks to higher SSA positions, it would be a worthwhile experience to do the training IMHO. |
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Post by cheesy on Mar 4, 2015 12:22:44 GMT -5
Never Again Volunteer Yourself.
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Post by redryder on Mar 4, 2015 13:04:23 GMT -5
Participatiion in the LDP is not a prerequisite for being a HOCALJ, RCALJ, Deputy Chief ALJ or Chief ALJ. But it can help if one aspires to an SES or deputy commissioner position.
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Post by moopigsdad on Mar 4, 2015 14:03:43 GMT -5
Participatiion in the LDP is not a prerequisite for being a HOCALJ, RCALJ, Deputy Chief ALJ or Chief ALJ. But it can help if one aspires to an SES or deputy commissioner position. Nobody said it was a prerequisite to those positions, all I said was the training would allow for the person to be more likely hired than someone without such training. If two individuals are up for the same position, the one with the training is likely to be hired over the one without the training. This is the gist of my argument and how the state government uses such training. It is likely this would apply for the federal government as well. |
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Post by keepsake on Mar 4, 2015 16:05:10 GMT -5
Seems a bit like the SES Candidate Development Program that agencies can set up for GS-15s/some GS-14s - OPM has a page on such programs, which leaves some discretion to the particular agency/departments, but basically entails 12 months in duration and covers training in what's called the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) - which are Leading Change, Leading People, Results Driven, Business Acumen and Building Coalitions. Wouldn't be surprised if similar subjects - probably under different names - are part of the ALJ LDP.
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Post by cheesy on Mar 6, 2015 14:15:36 GMT -5
While I mentioned my favorite volunteerism-related acronym in jest, I have always found these kinds of opportunities extremely beneficial, in terms of meeting folks and finally associating faces and personalities with otherwise disembodied policy decisions. I've also always embraced the opportunity to see the 40,000 foot view, where you appreciate how your small element fits into the larger Puzzle, and you can apply those lessons learned later in your career. Whether you make flag or SES or not.
And, other branches of the USG are doing the same - and making it mandatory. One cannot promote above certain levels in certain communities without joint tours, professional education, etc., etc.
All that being said, I look forward to jumping on this kind of opportunity whenever it comes my way!
In sum, learning. It's always good!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 6, 2015 15:15:29 GMT -5
Hope to join you then! Is it ok if I tell them I'm afraid of heights?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2015 7:46:00 GMT -5
All is quiet a month after apps date. Updates anyone?
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Post by bowser on Mar 28, 2015 16:15:18 GMT -5
There were interviews for folk who made it past the first cut. If you weren't interviewed, I'd imagine you can consider yourself out of the running.
Which brings me to one of my pet peeves. How much would it take to e-mail unsuccessful candidates for this, promotions, or other special assignments: "Thank you for your interest and your service, but you have not been selected."? Yet, ODAR consistently refuses to offer this minimal courtesy to its judges who express an interest in personal development and contributing to the Agency. At the same time they preach the prime importance of courteous communication. I don't get it.
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Post by prescient on Mar 28, 2015 21:14:06 GMT -5
There were interviews for folk who made it past the first cut. If you weren't interviewed, I'd imagine you can consider yourself out of the running. Which brings me to one of my pet peeves. How much would it take to e-mail unsuccessful candidates for this, promotions, or other special assignments: "Thank you for your interest and your service, but you have not been selected."? Yet, ODAR consistently refuses to offer this minimal courtesy to its judges who express an interest in personal development and contributing to the Agency. At the same time they preach the prime importance of courteous communication. I don't get it. It's not just limited to judges. ODAR rarely to never sends out any notification that you werent selected for a promotion/detail etc. i don't get it either |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 30, 2015 6:33:49 GMT -5
Bummer. Oh well. I tried.  Maybe next time. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 30, 2015 12:36:35 GMT -5
I hope you were interviewed robg. Good luck. |
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Post by JudgeRatty on Mar 30, 2015 12:45:33 GMT -5
There were interviews for folk who made it past the first cut. If you weren't interviewed, I'd imagine you can consider yourself out of the running. Which brings me to one of my pet peeves. How much would it take to e-mail unsuccessful candidates for this, promotions, or other special assignments: "Thank you for your interest and your service, but you have not been selected."? Yet, ODAR consistently refuses to offer this minimal courtesy to its judges who express an interest in personal development and contributing to the Agency. At the same time they preach the prime importance of courteous communication. I don't get it. It's not just limited to judges. ODAR rarely to never sends out any notification that you werent selected for a promotion/detail etc. i don't get it either So true. There are many opportunities like details that never get a "negative" response. We just hear that someone was chosen and then make the connection that others were not. RARE to get a letter saying there was a non-selection. I think the only one I have seen was the email some of us received from this last group of hiring when they sent out the Dear Candidate emails for that round. |
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Post by Gaidin on Mar 30, 2015 12:53:48 GMT -5
It's not just limited to judges. ODAR rarely to never sends out any notification that you werent selected for a promotion/detail etc. i don't get it either So true. There are many opportunities like details that never get a "negative" response. We just hear that someone was chosen and then make the connection that others were not. RARE to get a letter saying there was a non-selection. I think the only one I have seen was the email some of us received from this last group of hiring when they sent out the Dear Candidate emails for that round. My guess is that the Dear John/Jane email is a required step to get all new certs. |
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Post by JudgeRatty on Mar 30, 2015 12:56:41 GMT -5
So true. There are many opportunities like details that never get a "negative" response. We just hear that someone was chosen and then make the connection that others were not. RARE to get a letter saying there was a non-selection. I think the only one I have seen was the email some of us received from this last group of hiring when they sent out the Dear Candidate emails for that round. My guess is that the Dear John/Jane email is a required step to get all new certs. That might be it. It seems the letter has changed to be more clear this last time when compared to the last one that seemed more ominous. Now that I think about it, I do think I have seen where every cert closure has resulted in an email to those who were not picked up that round. |
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Maybe next time. 
