NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Percent 

Positive

Strongly 

Agree Agree

Neither 

Agree nor 

Disagree Disagree

Stro

Disa

N 878 1,225 288 208 

% 78.24 32.18 46.06 11.00 7.87 2

N 824 1,405 222 149 

% 83.76 30.49 53.27 8.48 5.67 2

N 766 988 440 298 1

% 66.51 28.63 37.88 16.63 11.20 5

N 968 1,093 310 191 1

% 77.20 35.71 41.49 11.70 7.28 3

N 1,093 1,121 274 113 

% 83.62 40.81 42.81 10.59 4.32 1

N 978 1,231 228 156 

% 82.97 36.28 46.69 8.63 5.92 2

N 1,836 714 65 25 

% 96.16 68.81 27.36 2.52 0.93 0

N 1,323 1,104 191 32 

% 91.08 49.22 41.85 7.17 1.15 0

N 561 1,302 306 354 1

% 69.59 20.76 48.84 11.63 13.25 5

N 550 1,376 312 276 1

% 72.29 20.36 51.93 11.83 10.40 5

N 615 1,130 342 313 1

% 67.05 23.22 43.83 13.35 12.06 7

N 1,183 1,210 156 70 

% 90.12 43.94 46.18 5.87 2.63 1

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. * AES prescribed items ** Unweighted count of responses excluding 'Do Not Know' and 'No Basis to Judge' 

My talents are used well in the workplace.I am given a real opportunity to improve my skills in my organization.I have enough information to do my job well.I feel encouraged to come up with new and better ways of doing things.I know what is expected of me on the job.When needed I am willing to put in the extra effort to get a job done.I am constantly looking for ways to do my job better.I have sufficient resources (for example, people, materials, budget) to get my job done.My workload is reasonable.My work gives me a feeling of personal accomplishment.

*12.

6.7.8.9.

*10.*11.

I like the kind of work I do.I know how my work relates to the agency's goals and priorities.

*1.

2.3.

*4.*5.
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Percent 

Positive

Strongly 

Agree Agree

Neither 

Agree nor 

Disagree Disagree

Stro

Disa

N 1,310 1,038 191 60 

% 89.23 49.27 39.96 7.31 2.26 1

N 900 1,115 271 251 1

% 75.46 33.09 42.37 10.23 9.56 4

N 813 1,179 267 215 1

% 75.46 30.34 45.12 10.17 8.16 6

N 904 1,361 252 94 4

% 85.21 33.59 51.62 9.49 3.58 1

N 1,008 918 310 163 1

% 74.81 38.58 36.23 12.44 6.47 6

N 615 1,106 498 278 1

% 65.04 22.82 42.22 18.92 10.61 5

N 696 1,050 381 293 2

% 66.48 26.31 40.17 14.66 11.13 7

N 1,020 1,190 240 164 

% 82.50 37.61 44.89 9.04 6.28 2

N 465 1,143 478 351 1

% 61.52 17.40 44.12 18.79 13.88 5

N 435 753 611 346 2

% 47.98 17.26 30.73 25.42 14.48 12

N 214 579 652 467 3

% 34.15 9.05 25.10 28.81 20.87 16

N 309 771 663 452 2

% 43.37 12.16 31.21 27.14 18.50 10

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. * AES prescribed items ** Unweighted count of responses excluding 'Do Not Know' and 'No Basis to Judge' 

My performance appraisal is a fair reflection of my performance.

*24. In my work unit, differences in performance are recognized in a 

meaningful way.

*19. In my most recent performance appraisal, I understood what I had to 

do to be rated at different performance levels (for example, Fully Successful, Outstanding).

*20. The people I work with cooperate to get the job done.*21. My work unit is able to recruit people with the right skills.*22. Promotions in my work unit are based on merit.*23. In my work unit, steps are taken to deal with a poor performer who 

cannot or will not improve.

16. I am held accountable for achieving results.17. I can disclose a suspected violation of any law, rule or regulation 

without fear of reprisal.

*18. My training needs are assessed.*13. The work I do is important.*14. Physical conditions (for example, noise level, temperature, lighting, 

cleanliness in the workplace) allow employees to perform their jobs well.

*15.
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Percent 

Positive

Strongly 

Agree Agree

Neither 

Agree nor 

Disagree Disagree

Stro

Disa

N 404 897 544 358 2

% 52.70 15.97 36.73 22.39 14.73 10

N 967 1,217 238 152 

% 81.62 35.54 46.08 9.11 5.96 3

N 575 959 653 247 1

% 59.65 21.99 37.66 26.03 9.72 4

Percent 

Positive

Very 

Good Good Fair Poor

V

P

N 1,426 954 246 35 

% 88.98 52.89 36.08 9.31 1.35 0

Percent 

Positive

Strongly 

Agree Agree

Neither 

Agree nor 

Disagree Disagree

Stro

Disa

N 687 1,411 291 152 

% 80.13 25.74 54.40 11.49 5.98 2

N 411 1,074 514 405 1

% 57.56 15.63 41.93 20.22 15.81 6

N 548 1,141 455 286 1

% 64.51 20.40 44.11 17.66 11.05 6

N 372 863 695 375 2

% 48.39 14.19 34.20 27.41 14.79 9

N 153 428 739 579 5

% 23.81 6.18 17.63 30.50 24.13 21

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. * AES prescribed items ** Unweighted count of responses excluding 'Do Not Know' and 'No Basis to Judge' 

Awards in my work unit depend on how well employees perform their jobs.

26. Employees in my work unit share job knowledge with each 

other.

27. The skill level in my work unit has improved in the past year.

*32. Creativity and innovation are rewarded.*33. Pay raises depend on how well employees perform their jobs.*29. The workforce has the job-relevant knowledge and skills necessary to 

accomplish organizational goals.

*30. Employees have a feeling of personal empowerment with respect to 

work processes.

31. Employees are recognized for providing high quality products and 

services.

28. How would you rate the overall quality of work done by your work 

unit?

25.
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Percent 

Positive

Strongly 

Agree Agree

Neither 

Agree nor 

Disagree Disagree

Stro

Disa

N 774 1,111 426 114 

% 73.96 29.90 44.06 17.31 4.71 4

N 1,106 1,249 153 65 2

% 90.26 41.71 48.55 5.98 2.60 1

N 844 1,395 267 78 

% 85.51 31.95 53.56 10.27 2.95 1

N 632 886 455 244 2

% 61.48 25.06 36.42 18.98 10.26 9

N 883 946 323 122 1

% 76.10 35.92 40.17 13.99 5.21 4

N 1,052 1,281 208 59 

% 88.91 39.50 49.41 8.12 2.21 0

N 1,104 992 325 166 

% 79.02 40.98 38.04 12.45 6.38 2

N 605 858 515 331 2

% 56.40 23.01 33.38 20.37 13.02 10

N 1,548 822 140 67 

% 89.67 58.22 31.44 5.37 2.51 2

N 1,159 895 300 170 1

% 77.82 43.60 34.22 11.53 6.46 4

N 978 946 328 215 1

% 73.40 37.02 36.38 12.60 8.14 5

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. * AES prescribed items ** Unweighted count of responses excluding 'Do Not Know' and 'No Basis to Judge' 

*36. My organization has prepared employees for potential security 

threats.

34. Policies and programs promote diversity in the workplace (for 

example, recruiting minorities and women, training in awareness of diversity issues, mentoring).

*35. Employees are protected from health and safety hazards on the 

job.

37. Arbitrary action, personal favoritism and coercion for partisan political 

purposes are not tolerated.

38. Prohibited Personnel Practices (for example, illegally discriminating 

for or against any employee/applicant, obstructing a person's right to compete for employment, knowingly violating veterans' preference requirements) are not tolerated.

39. My agency is successful at accomplishing its mission.43. My supervisor provides me with opportunities to demonstrate my 

leadership skills.

*44. Discussions with my supervisor about my performance are 

worthwhile.

40. I recommend my organization as a good place to work.41. I believe the results of this survey will be used to make my agency a 

better place to work.

*42. My supervisor supports my need to balance work and other life 

issues.
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Percent 

Positive

Strongly 

Agree Agree

Neither 

Agree nor 

Disagree Disagree

Stro

Disa

N 1,042 844 374 65 

% 78.64 43.02 35.62 15.82 2.79 2

N 910 1,001 390 184 1

% 72.90 34.50 38.40 15.00 6.98 5

N 1,141 997 272 116 

% 81.84 43.23 38.61 10.50 4.53 3

N 1,319 915 192 140 

% 84.52 49.44 35.08 7.29 5.28 2

N 1,492 824 170 87 

% 87.71 56.17 31.54 6.50 3.33 2

N 1,399 1,050 113 50 2

% 92.80 52.68 40.13 4.29 1.89 1

N 1,278 757 276 191 1

% 76.70 48.01 28.69 10.66 7.26 5

Percent 

Positive

Very 

Good Good Fair Poor

V

P

N 1,380 721 337 122 

% 79.34 51.84 27.50 12.91 4.62 3

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. * AES prescribed items ** Unweighted count of responses excluding 'Do Not Know' and 'No Basis to Judge' 

*47. Supervisors in my work unit support employee development.

45. My supervisor is committed to a workforce representative of all 

segments of society.

46. My supervisor provides me with constructive suggestions to improve 

my job performance.

48. My supervisor listens to what I have to say.49. My supervisor treats me with respect.50. In the last six months, my supervisor has talked with me about my 

performance.

*51. I have trust and confidence in my supervisor.

*52. Overall, how good a job do you feel is being done by your immediate 

supervisor?
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Percent 

Positive

Strongly 

Agree Agree

Neither 

Agree nor 

Disagree Disagree

Stro

Disa

N 465 974 557 359 2

% 55.00 17.41 37.58 21.59 13.92 9

N 724 974 431 214 1

% 66.55 27.65 38.90 17.30 8.60 7

N 727 1,139 381 129 

% 74.89 28.46 46.43 15.87 5.37 3

N 651 1,265 369 195 1

% 73.29 24.29 49.00 14.29 7.56 4

N 636 1,209 391 118 1

% 74.82 25.22 49.60 16.21 4.82 4

N 634 1,079 453 221 1

% 66.98 24.14 42.84 17.96 8.80 6

N 692 1,129 388 208 1

% 70.81 26.30 44.51 15.32 8.18 5

Percent 

Positive

Very 

Good Good Fair Poor

V

P

N 859 958 457 158 1

% 71.01 33.16 37.85 18.18 6.16 4

Percent 

Positive

Strongly 

Agree Agree

Neither 

Agree nor 

Disagree Disagree

Stro

Disa

N 748 981 439 258 1

% 66.05 28.07 37.99 16.93 9.89 7

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. * AES prescribed items ** Unweighted count of responses excluding 'Do Not Know' and 'No Basis to Judge' 

*55. Supervisors work well with employees of different backgrounds.*53. In my organization, senior leaders generate high levels of motivation 

and commitment in the workforce.

54. My organization's senior leaders maintain high standards of honesty 

and integrity.

59. Managers support collaboration across work units to accomplish work 

objectives.

*61. I have a high level of respect for my organization's senior 

leaders.

60. Overall, how good a job do you feel is being done by the manager 

directly above your immediate supervisor?

58. Managers promote communication among different work units (for 

example, about projects, goals, needed resources).

*57. Managers review and evaluate the organization's progress toward 

meeting its goals and objectives.

*56. Managers communicate the goals and priorities of the organization.
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Percent 

Positive

Strongly 

Agree Agree

Neither Agree 

nor Disagree Disagree

Strongly 

Disagree

N 979 1,117 287 89 84 

% 81.80 37.72 44.08 11.32 3.53 3.36 

Percent 

Positive

Very 

Satisfied Satisfied

Neither 

Satisfied nor 

Dissatisfied Dissatisfied

Very 

Dissatisfie

N 618 1,114 435 346 110 

% 65.69 22.98 42.71 16.70 13.34 4.27 

N 623 1,149 436 306 104 

% 67.30 23.23 44.07 16.95 11.70 4.06 

N 631 997 463 345 164 

% 62.19 23.96 38.23 17.97 13.43 6.41 

N 478 1,026 603 322 173 

% 57.33 17.83 39.50 23.45 12.41 6.81 

N 448 726 659 447 325 

% 44.63 16.75 27.88 25.34 17.36 12.66 

N 706 1,163 473 189 84 

% 71.06 26.34 44.72 18.38 7.24 3.32 

N 832 1,154 346 210 72 

% 75.80 31.15 44.65 13.22 8.12 2.86 

N 636 1,143 402 299 137 

% 68.24 24.16 44.08 15.28 11.30 5.17 

N 723 1,146 419 238 93 

% 70.99 26.89 44.10 16.25 9.16 3.60 

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. * AES prescribed items ** Unweighted count of responses excluding 'Do Not Know' and 'No Basis to Judge' 

62. Senior leaders demonstrate support for Work/Life 

programs.

*63. How satisfied are you with your involvement in 

decisions that affect your work?

*67. How satisfied are you with your opportunity to get a 

better job in your organization?

*68. How satisfied are you with the training you receive for 

your present job?

*64. How satisfied are you with the information you receive 

from management on what's going on in your organization?

*65. How satisfied are you with the recognition you receive 

for doing a good job?

*66. How satisfied are you with the policies and practices of 

your senior leaders?

*69. Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your 

job?

*70. Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your 

pay?

71. Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your 

organization?
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

72. 73. 74. 

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. 

Not sure if I was notified of my telework eligibility.Total

Please select the response below that BEST describes your current teleworking situation.

I telework 3 or more days per week.I do not telework because I choose not to telework.I telework 1 or 2 days per week.I telework, but no more than 1 or 2 days per month.I telework very infrequently, on an unscheduled or short-term basis.I do not telework because I have to be physically present on the job (e.g., Law Enforcement Officers, Park Rangers, Security Personnel).I do not telework because I have technical issues (e.g., connectivity, inadequate equipment) that prevent me from teleworking.I do not telework because I did not receive approval to do so, even though I have thkind of job where I can telework.

Have you been notified whether or not you are eligible to telework? 

Yes, I was notified that I was eligible to telework.Yes, I was notified that I was not eligible to telework.No, I was not notified of my telework eligibility.Not available to meTotalTotal

Do you participate in the following Work/Life programs? Alternative Work Schedules (AWS)

YesNo
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

75.

76. 

77.

78. 

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. 

Do you participate in the following Work/Life programs? Elder Care Programs (for example, support groups, speakers)

YesNoNot available to meTotalYesTotalYesNoNot available to meTotal

Do you participate in the following Work/Life programs? Child Care Programs (for example, daycare, parenting classes, parenting support groups)

NoNot available to me

Do you participate in the following Work/Life programs? Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Total

Do you participate in the following Work/Life programs? Health and Wellness Programs (for example, exercise, medical screening, quit smoking programs)

YesNoNot available to me
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Percent 

Positive

Very 

Satisfied Satisfied

Neither 

Satisfied nor 

Dissatisfied Dissatisfied

Very 

Dissatisfie

N 861 753 147 60 22 

% 87.69 46.57 41.12 7.89 3.22 1.20 

N 889 570 56 8 5 

% 95.30 57.59 37.71 3.77 0.58 0.36 

N 562 484 76 13 6 

% 91.74 49.18 42.55 6.65 1.09 0.52 

N 216 228 47 7 4 

% 88.36 42.42 45.94 9.54 1.26 0.83 

N 33 33 14 0 1 

% 81.73 40.84 40.89 17.03 0.00 1.24 

N 25 35 9 1 2 

% 83.72 34.98 48.74 12.22 1.33 2.73 

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 The work/life satisfaction results only include employees who indicated that they participated in the program. Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population. ** Unweighted count of responses excluding 'Do Not Know' and 'No Basis to Judge' 

81. How satisfied are you with the following Work/Life 

programs in your agency? Health and Wellness Programs (for example, exercise, medical screening, quit smoking programs)

79. How satisfied are you with the following Work/Life 

programs in your agency? Telework

80. How satisfied are you with the following Work/Life 

programs in your agency? Alternative Work Schedules (AWS)

82. How satisfied are you with the following Work/Life 

programs in your agency? Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

83. How satisfied are you with the following Work/Life 

programs in your agency? Child Care Programs (for example, daycare, parenting classes, parenting support groups)

84. How satisfied are you with the following Work/Life 

programs in your agency? Elder Care Programs (for example, support groups, speakers)
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages for demographic questions are unweighted. * AES prescribed items 

NoTotal

*Are you:Where do you work?*What is your supervisory status?

ManagerSenior Leader

*Are you Hispanic or Latino?

YesMaleTotalNon-SupervisorTeam LeaderSupervisorTotalHeadquartersFieldTotalFemale
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages for demographic questions are unweighted. * AES prescribed items 

AsianBlack or African AmericanNative Hawaiian or Other Pacific IslanderWhiteMaster's Degree (e.g., MA, MS, MBA)Bachelor's Degree (e.g., BA, BS)Associate's Degree (e.g., AA, AS)

What is the highest degree or level of education you have completed?

Less than High SchoolHigh School Diploma/GED or equivalentTrade or Technical CertificateSome College (no degree)Doctoral/Professional Degree (e.g., Ph.D., MD, JD)Total

*Please select the racial category or categories with which you most closely identify.

American Indian or Alaska NativeTwo or more racesTotal
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages for demographic questions are unweighted. 

TotalOther

How long have you been with the Federal Government (excluding military service)?

Less than 1 year1 to 3 years4 to 5 years6 to 10 years11 to 14 years15 to 20 yearsMore than 20 years

What is your pay category/grade?

Federal Wage SystemGS 1-6GS 7-12GS 13-15Senior Executive ServiceSenior Level (SL) or Scientific or Professional (ST)Total
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages for demographic questions are unweighted. 

Between three and five yearsFive or more yearsTotalTotal

I am planning to retire:

Within one yearBetween one and three yearsTotal

Are you considering leaving your organization within the next year, and if so, why?

NoYes, to retireYes, to take another job within the Federal GovernmentYes, to take another job outside the Federal GovernmentYes, other6 to 10 years11 to 20 yearsMore than 20 years

How long have you been with your current agency (for example, Department of Justice, Environmental Protection Agency)?

Less than 1 year1 to 3 years4 to 5 years
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

2015 FEDERAL EMPLOYEE VIEWPOINT SURVEY RESULTS

Survey Administration Period: April 27, 2015 to June 5, 2015 Percentages for demographic questions are unweighted. 

Total50-5960 or older26-2930-3940-49

What is your age group?

25 and under

Are you an individual with a disability?

YesNoTotalTotal

Self-Identify as:

Heterosexual or StraightGay, Lesbian, Bisexual, or TransgenderI prefer not to sayTotal

What is your US military service status?

No Prior Military ServiceCurrently in National Guard or ReservesRetiredSeparated or Discharged