2022 OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT 

Federal Employee 

Viewpoint Survey Results 

Empowering employees. Inspiring change.

Commodity Futures Trading Commission 

Small Agency Management Report

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Table of Contents

About the 2022 OPM FEVS............................................................................................................................................ 1

Respondent Overview................................................................................................................................................... 2

Employee Engagement Index....................................................................................................................................... 3

Global Satisfaction Index .............................................................................................................................................. 5

Performance Confidence Index ................................................................................................................................... 7

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Index ....................................................................................... 9

Decision Aid: Increases ...............................................................................................................................................11

Decision Aid: Decreases..............................................................................................................................................13

Decision Aid: No Change.............................................................................................................................................16

Appendix A: Item Results and Benchmarks ..............................................................................................................17

Appendix B: Index Benchmarks.................................................................................................................................29

Appendix C: Demographic Item Results ...................................................................................................................37

Appendix D: Participating Agencies by Employee Population Size Categories ....................................................41

Appendix E: Additional OPM FEVS Resources ..........................................................................................................42
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About the 2022 OPM FEVS

The 2022 OPM Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (OPM FEVS) Small Agency Management Report (SAM) 

was designed to provide an overview of survey results, enabling agencies to easily identify issues and take 

action for improvement. The SAM can be helpful in providing a starting point for analysis of your agency’s 

OPM FEVS results, acting as an agency overview before drilling down into specific components of the agency 

for a more in-depth analysis. This report also highlights important agency successes, which should be 

acknowledged. We encourage you to share both successes and areas for improvement with employees.

Changes to the 2022 Survey

The OPM FEVS was updated in 2022 to be as responsive as possible to changing conditions that could 

impact employees and agencies. As agencies evolve their responses to the pandemic, many employees 

continue to work from the central worksite while others are returning after engaging in maximum telework. 

In recognition, several questions were added to address ongoing responses to the pandemic and return 

to the worksite. In order to address government priorities, content aligned with the Executive Order on 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) was also included in the 2022 survey after being tested in 

the 2021 survey. These new content areas as well as others highlight current priorities and initiatives across 

government.

Understanding Your Results

When reviewing results, keep the guidelines below in mind. These guidelines were created to organize 

survey results in a way that is easier to digest and interpret.

Percent Positive is the sum of two positive categories (e.g., Strongly Agree/Agree)

Percent Negative is the sum of two negative categories (e.g., Strongly Disagree/Disagree)

Percent Neutral is the neutral category (e.g., Neither Agree nor Disagree)

Identifying Strengths, Challenges and Neutral Findings

65 percent positive or higher is considered a strength

35 percent negative or higher is considered a challenge

30 percent neutral or higher suggests uncertainty, presenting an opportunity for communication between 

managers and staff

Identifying Increases and Decreases

Movement up or down since the previous year is another important piece of information to consider when 

examining your results. Any increase or decrease in results can be important; however larger increases 

or decreases (generally 3 or more percentage points) may be a result of significant changes taking place 

within your agency and should be explored. Increases indicate positive change that should continue to 

be reinforced. Decreases, especially in areas considered mission critical, may call for appropriate action 

to initiate and support beneficial workplace improvements. The Decision Aid section of this report only 

includes 44 core items (items 1-8, 14, 16, 18-22, 35-37, 43-50, 52, 55-61, 65-70, 96-99) that carried over from 

the 2021 OPM FEVS.

About the 2022 OPM FEVS
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Respondent Overview

The Unique Characteristics of Commodity Futures 

Trading Commission Respondents

The figures below provide a snapshot of your survey participants. 

The most frequently selected response choice for each demographic 

item is displayed. Please be aware that these results are based on 

survey respondents, which may differ from the characteristics of 

the total employee population of your agency.

Men 59 %

Agency Tenure of 

11+ Years 52 %

Federal Tenure of 

11+ Years 67 %

Advanced Degrees 

(Post Bachelor’s Degree) 69 %

Pay Grades 13 to 15 50 %

Note: Results are suppressed when any single personal demographic category has fewer 

than 4 responses.

CFTC Response Rate

62% (393 out of 638 

employees responded)

Field Period: June 7, 2022–July 22, 2022 

Overall 2021 Response Rate: 64%

Component Response Rates

 76% LEGAL DIVISION

 69% MARKET PARTICIPANT DIVISION

 67% OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ECONOMIST

 66% DIVISION OF CLEARING AND RISK

 61% DIVISION OF ENFORCEMENT

 59% DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION

 57% DIVISION OF DATA

 53% DIVISION OF MARKET OVERSIGHT

Agency results have a margin of error of +/- 5%

Respondent Overview
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Employee Engagement Index

The Employee Engagement Index (EEI) measures aspects of engagement that lead to an engaged workforce 

(e.g., supporting employee development, communicating agency goals). The EEI is comprised of three 

subindices: Leaders Lead, Supervisors, and Intrinsic Work Experience. Each subindex is assessed through 

questions on the OPM FEVS as listed below. 

Leaders Lead 

Reflects the employees’ perceptions of the integrity of leadership, as well as leadership behaviors 

such as communication and workforce motivation. (Q. 55, 56, 57, 59, and 60)

Supervisors 

Reflects the interpersonal relationship between worker and supervisor, including trust, respect, and 

support. (Q. 46, 48, 49, 50, and 52)

Intrinsic Work Experience 

Reflects the employees’ feelings of motivation and competency relating to their roles in the workplace. 

(Q. 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7)

Employee Engagement Index Component Scores and Trends

Agency

EEI Index Trends 2022 EEI Subindices

2019 2020 2021 2022

Leaders 

Lead Supervisors

Intrinsic Work 

Experience

Small Agencies, Combined 69 75 76 75 63 84 77

Commodity Futures Trading Commission 66 70 72 71 57 83 72

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ECONOMIST — 86 93 84 81 90 82

DIVISION OF DATA — — 79 80 72 92 77

DIVISION OF CLEARING AND RISK 63 68 79 80 71 91 78

LEGAL DIVISION 71 73 79 78 67 86 82

MARKET PARTICIPANT DIVISION 70 65 72 72 59 88 70

DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION — — 66 71 60 80 74

DIVISION OF ENFORCEMENT 64 73 75 67 46 81 73

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Employee Engagement Index (continued)

Agency

EEI Index Trends 2022 EEI Subindices

2019 2020 2021 2022

Leaders 

Lead Supervisors

Intrinsic Work 

Experience

Commodity Futures Trading Commission 66 70 72 71 57 83 72

DIVISION OF MARKET OVERSIGHT 51 63 53 56 42 73 54

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Global Satisfaction Index

The Global Satisfaction Index is a combination of employees’ satisfaction with their jobs, their pay, and their 

organization, plus their willingness to recommend their organization as a good place to work. The Global 

Satisfaction Index is an average of the scores of the four items below:

Job Satisfaction 

Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your job? (Q. 68)

Pay Satisfaction 

Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your pay? (Q. 69)

Organizational Satisfaction 

Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your organization? (Q. 70)

Recommend Organization 

I recommend my organization as a good place to work. (Q. 43)

Global Satisfaction Index Component Scores and Trends

Agency

GS Index Trends 2022 GS Index Items

2019 2020 2021 2022

Job 

Satisfaction

Pay 

Satisfaction

Organization 

Satisfaction

Recommend 

Organization

Small Agencies, Combined 65 72 70 67 71 62 66 70

Commodity Futures Trading Commission 62 66 69 66 67 68 62 66

LEGAL DIVISION 69 63 77 80 80 85 79 75

DIVISION OF CLEARING AND RISK 59 67 78 80 81 76 75 85

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ECONOMIST — 85 97 75 84 49 75 92

DIVISION OF DATA — — 68 69 65 71 74 64

MARKET PARTICIPANT DIVISION 72 59 68 67 71 70 58 68

DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION — — 68 65 70 74 61 56

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Global Satisfaction Index (continued)

Agency

GS Index Trends 2022 GS Index Items

2019 2020 2021 2022

Job 

Satisfaction

Pay 

Satisfaction

Organization 

Satisfaction

Recommend 

Organization

Commodity Futures Trading Commission 62 66 69 66 67 68 62 66

DIVISION OF ENFORCEMENT 57 70 72 62 60 61 60 67

DIVISION OF MARKET OVERSIGHT 43 60 50 53 56 59 47 51

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Performance Confidence Index

The Performance Confidence Index is a combination of items assessing employees’ perception of their work 

unit’s ability to achieve goals and produce work at a high level, or workplace effectiveness. The Performance 

Confidence Index is an average of the responses for the four items below:

Met Needs of Customers 

Employees in my work unit meet the needs of our customers. (Q. 19)

Contributed Positively to Agency Performance 

Employees in my work unit contribute positively to my agency’s performance. (Q. 20)

Produced High Quality Work 

Employees in my work unit produce high-quality work. (Q. 21)

Adapted to Changing Priorities 

Employees in my work unit adapt to changing priorities. (Q. 22)

Performance Confidence Index Component Scores and Trends

Agency

PC Index Trends 2022 PC Index Items

2020 2021 2022

Met 

Needs

Contributed 

Positively

Quality 

Work

Adapted 

to Change

Small Agencies, Combined 92 91 90 92 92 90 87

Commodity Futures Trading Commission 93 88 88 90 90 89 84

DIVISION OF DATA — 90 95 95 95 95 95

LEGAL DIVISION 90 95 94 98 95 90 93

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ECONOMIST 100 98 91 90 92 92 90

MARKET PARTICIPANT DIVISION 96 90 90 93 90 90 88

DIVISION OF CLEARING AND RISK 92 90 89 92 92 89 83

DIVISION OF ENFORCEMENT 92 90 89 88 93 92 81

DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION — 86 85 86 87 84 82

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Performance Confidence Index (continued)

Agency

PC Index Trends 2022 PC Index Items

2020 2021 2022

Met 

Needs

Contributed 

Positively

Quality 

Work

Adapted 

to Change

Commodity Futures Trading Commission 93 88 88 90 90 89 84

DIVISION OF MARKET OVERSIGHT 90 78 84 86 82 85 82

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility 

(DEIA) Index

To align with government priorities and current research, OPM has developed the new DEIA Index for the 

2022 OPM FEVS. This measure was specifically designed to align with Executive Order 14035 which features 

four distinct factors: diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, included as subindices in the survey.

Diversity 

The practice of including the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, 

cultures, and beliefs of the American people, including underserved communities. (Q. 71 and 72) 

Equity 

The consistent and systematic fair, just, and impartial treatment of all individuals, including individuals 

who belong to underserved communities that have been denied such treatment. (Q. 73, 74, and 75)

Inclusion 

The recognition, appreciation, and use of the talents and skills of employees of all backgrounds. 

(Q. 77, 78, 79, 80, and 81)

Accessibility 

The design, construction, development, and maintenance of facilities, information and communication 

technology, programs, and services so that all people, including people with disabilities, can fully and 

independently use them. (Q. 82, 83, and 84)

DEIA Component Scores

Agency

DEIA 2022 DEIA Subindices

2022 Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility

Small Agencies, Combined 75 76 70 80 74

Commodity Futures Trading Commission 67 69 60 77 63

MARKET PARTICIPANT DIVISION 77 80 69 80 77

DIVISION OF CLEARING AND RISK 73 82 68 78 65

LEGAL DIVISION 73 71 67 86 68

DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION 73 71 61 78 81

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DEIA Index (continued)

Agency

DEIA 2022 DEIA Subindices

2022 Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility

Commodity Futures Trading Commission 67 69 60 77 63

DIVISION OF DATA 68 70 54 81 67

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ECONOMIST 66 48 71 92 51

DIVISION OF ENFORCEMENT 63 65 54 75 56

DIVISION OF MARKET OVERSIGHT 56 57 52 69 47

Note: A “—” indicates there was not enough data to calculate a score.

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Decision Aid: Increases

Identifying Increases Since 2021

The items in this section are sorted by greatest to smallest increase in percent positive results. The items are 

sorted to allow you to quickly and easily identify where your agency has made the greatest improvements 

since last year.

Using the Legend Icons

The legend icons provide context for interpreting these results. While these items have improved, some may 

still be considered challenges (35% or more negative) or others may have reached the 65% or more positive 

mark and become new strengths this year. The “Top Pos/Neg” icons highlight where an item is either in the 

top 10 positive items or top 10 negative items for your agency.

12 Items Increased Since 2021

Strength 

These items are 

65 percent 

positive 

or higher

Caution 

These items are 

30 percent 

neutral 

or higher

Challenge 

These items are 

35 percent 

negative 

or higher

New Strength 

These items 

became 

a new strength 

in 2022

Top Pos/Neg 

These items 

are in your top 

positive 

or top negative

Item

2021

Positive

2022 

Positive

2022 

Neutral

2022 

Negative

Increase 

Since 

2021

I believe the results of this survey will be used to make my agency a 

better place to work. (Q. 44) 34 38 24 38This item is 35 percent negative or higher.

This item is in your top negative.

+4

My supervisor creates an environment where I can voice my concerns 

about staying healthy and safe. (Q. 99) 87 90This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

5 6 +3

My talents are used well in the workplace. (Q. 6) 63 66This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This became a new strength in 2022.

12 22 +3

My supervisor is committed to a workforce representative of all 

segments of society. (Q. 45) 82 85This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

9 6 +3

My supervisor supports my efforts to stay healthy and safe while 

working. (Q. 98) 90 92This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

4 3 +2

Employees in my work unit produce high-quality work. (Q. 21) 87 89This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

8 4 +2

My organization’s senior leaders maintain high standards of honesty 

and integrity. (Q. 56) 64 65This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This became a new strength in 2022.

18 17 +1

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

(Q. 47) 89 90This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

5 6 +1

My supervisor listens to what I have to say. (Q. 48) 85 86This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

4 10 +1

Note: Only items that can be trended were included in the Decision Aid. For a full listing of item numbers, see ‘Identifying Increases and Decreases’ on Page 1.

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Decision Aid: Increases (continued)

Item

2021

Positive

2022 

Positive

2022 

Neutral

2022 

Negative

Increase 

Since 

2021

Employees in my work unit meet the needs of our customers. (Q. 19) 89 90This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

7 3 +1

I have trust and confidence in my supervisor. (Q. 50) 80 81This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 9 10 +1

Employees in my work unit contribute positively to my agency’s 

performance. (Q. 20) 89 90This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

7 3 +1

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Decision Aid: Decreases

Identifying Decreases Since 2021

The items in this section are sorted by greatest to smallest decrease in percent positive results. The items 

are sorted to allow you to quickly and easily identify where results have dropped since last year.

Using the Legend Icons

The legend icons provide context for interpreting these results. When identifying the most critical decreases 

to focus on, it is important to check if these decreases are also identified as challenges (35% or more 

negative) or if they were previously identified as strengths that have fallen below the 65% or more positive 

threshold. The “Top Pos/Neg” icons highlight where an item is either in the top 10 positive items or top 10 

negative items for your agency.

30 Items Decreased Since 2021

Strength 

These items are 

65 percent 

positive 

or higher

Caution 

These items are 

30 percent 

neutral 

or higher

Challenge 

These items are 

35 percent 

negative 

or higher

Past Strength 

These items 

are no longer 

a strength in 

2022

Top Pos/Neg 

These items 

are in your top 

positive 

or top negative

Item

2021

Positive

2022 

Positive

2022 

Neutral

2022 

Negative

Decrease 

Since 

2021

My organization’s senior leaders support policies and procedures to 

protect employee health and safety. (Q. 96) 81 67This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 15 18 -14

My organization’s senior leaders provide effective communications 

about what to expect with the return to the physical worksite. (Q. 97) 54 43 15 42This item is 35 percent negative or higher.

This item is in your top negative.

-11

In my work unit, differences in performance are recognized in a 

meaningful way. (Q. 16) 36 26 28 46This item is 35 percent negative or higher.

This item is in your top negative.

-10

How satisfied are you with your involvement in decisions that affect 

your work? (Q. 65) 57 49 23 28This item is in your top negative. -8

Employees are recognized for providing high quality products and 

services. (Q. 35) 55 48 22 30This item is in your top negative. -7

Employees are protected from health and safety hazards on the job. (Q. 36) 85 78This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 12 10 -7

Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your pay? (Q. 69) 73 68This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 15 17 -5

Senior leaders demonstrate support for Work-Life programs. (Q. 61) 68 63This item is no longer a strength in 2022. 18 19 -5

Note: Only items that can be trended were included in the Decision Aid. For a full listing of item numbers, see ‘Identifying Increases and Decreases’ on Page 1.

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Decision Aid: Decreases (continued)

Item

2021

Positive

2022 

Positive

2022 

Neutral

2022 

Negative

Decrease 

Since 

2021

In my organization, senior leaders generate high levels of motivation 

and commitment in the workforce. (Q. 55) 49 44 23 33This item is in your top negative. -5

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

directly above your immediate supervisor? (Q. 59) 67 63This item is no longer a strength in 2022. 21 16 -4

I recommend my organization as a good place to work. (Q. 43) 70 66This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 18 16 -4

I know how my work relates to the agency’s goals. (Q. 7) 85 81This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 9 10 -4

My organization is successful at accomplishing its mission. (Q. 37) 84 80This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 11 9 -4

Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your organization? (Q. 70) 65 62This item is no longer a strength in 2022. 18 20 -3

I know what is expected of me on the job. (Q. 4) 80 77This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 11 12 -3

My workload is reasonable. (Q. 5) 72 69This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 14 17 -3

How satisfied are you with the recognition you receive for doing 

a good job? (Q. 67) 56 53 21 26This item is in your top negative. -3

Managers promote communication among different work units (for 

example, about projects, goals, needed resources). (Q. 58) 52 49 23 28This item is in your top negative. -3

My work unit has the job-relevant knowledge and skills necessary to 

accomplish organizational goals. (Q. 18) 83 81This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 7 12 -2

I have a high level of respect for my organization’s senior leaders. (Q. 60) 59 57 18 25This item is in your top negative. -2

The people I work with cooperate to get the job done. (Q. 14) 88 86This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

3 11 -2

Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your job? (Q. 68) 69 67This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 17 16 -2

Managers communicate the goals of the organization. (Q. 57) 58 56 21 24 -2

How satisfied are you with the information you receive from 

management on what’s going on in your organization? (Q. 66) 47 45 19 36This item is 35 percent negative or higher.

This item is in your top negative.

-2

Employees in my work unit adapt to changing priorities. (Q. 22) 86 84This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 10 6 -2

I can disclose a suspected violation of any law, rule or regulation 

without fear of reprisal. (Q. 8) 73 71This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 12 16 -2

I feel encouraged to come up with new and better ways of doing things. 

(Q. 2) 64 63 17 20 -1

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Decision Aid: Decreases (continued)

Item

2021

Positive

2022 

Positive

2022 

Neutral

2022 

Negative

Decrease 

Since 

2021

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

supervisor? (Q. 52) 81 80This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 11 10 -1

My supervisor treats me with respect. (Q. 49) 88 87This item is 65 percent positive or higher.

This item is in your top positive.

6 7 -1

Supervisors in my work unit support employee development. (Q. 46) 82 81This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 8 10 -1

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Decision Aid: No Change

Identifying Items That Have Not Changed Since 2021

Your percent positive results for these items have not changed since last year. These are items that your agency 

is maintaining, which can be either a positive, neutral, or negative finding. For example, an item with low percent 

positive results over several years is a strong indication of a need for focused action. You may also want to 

consider changing or updating your approach to addressing these issues if the item has been the focus of 

attention in the past. On the other hand, a trend of stable, high percent positive results is a finding that should be 

celebrated. Review each item carefully to determine whether there may be areas of concern for your agency.

Using the Legend Icons

The legend icons provide context for interpreting results. While these items have not increased or decreased, 

they still may be causes for celebration or concern depending on the percent positive, negative, and neutral results. 

The “Top Pos/Neg” icons highlight where an item is either in the top 10 positive items or top 10 negative items 

for your agency.

2 Items Did Not Change Since 2021

Strength 

These items are 

65 percent 

positive 

or higher

Caution 

These items are 

30 percent 

neutral 

or higher

Challenge 

These items are 

35 percent 

negative 

or higher

Top Pos/Neg 

These items 

are in your top 

positive 

or top negative

Item

2021

Positive

2022 

Positive

2022 

Neutral

2022 

Negative

Change 

Since 

2021

I am given a real opportunity to improve my skills in my organization. (Q. 1) 65 65This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 17 18 0

My work gives me a feeling of personal accomplishment. (Q. 3) 73 73This item is 65 percent positive or higher. 14 13 0

Note: Only items that can be trended were included in the Decision Aid. For a full listing of item numbers, see ‘Identifying Increases and Decreases’ on Page 1.

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Appendix A: Item Results and Benchmarks

For each item, your agency’s percent positive results are shown on a 0 to 100 scale, with the triangular arrow 

indicating where your agency falls. The gray bars represent the range of scores for the 41 small agencies 

surveyed that had 10 or more respondents.

To understand how well your agency performed compared to others, focus on the location of the triangle 

within the gray bar. If the triangle is toward the right side of the bar, then your agency was above average 

on that item. If it is at the right edge of the bar, then you had the highest percent positive results for that 

item. Additionally, you can numerically compare your percent positive results to the combined small agency 

average listed to the right of each item.

My Work Experience

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 ‡1. I am given a real opportunity to improve my skills 

in my organization.

Low 38%; Your Agency 65%; High 100%.

74%

 2. I feel encouraged to come up with new and better 

ways of doing things.

Low 17%; Your Agency 63%; High 100%.

70%

 3. My work gives me a feeling of personal 

accomplishment.

Low 49%; Your Agency 73%; High 95%.

76%

 4. I know what is expected of me on the job.

Low 51%; Your Agency 77%; High 100%.

82%

 ‡5. My workload is reasonable.

Low 27%; Your Agency 69%; High 93%.

63%

 ‡6. My talents are used well in the workplace.

Low 34%; Your Agency 66%; High 85%.

68%

 ‡7. I know how my work relates to the agency’s goals.

Low 64%; Your Agency 81%; High 100%.

87%

 ‡8. I can disclose a suspected violation of any law, rule or 

regulation without fear of reprisal.

Low 32%; Your Agency 71%; High 100%.

73%

 9. I have enough information to do my job well.

Low 36%; Your Agency 72%; High 100%.

77%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

65%

63%

73%

77%

69%

66%

81%

71%

72%

Note: Items included on the Annual Employee Survey are noted by a double dagger (‡).

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Appendix A: Item Results and Benchmarks (continued)

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 10. I receive the training I need to do my job well.

Low 27%; Your Agency 53%; High 91%.

68%

 11. I am held accountable for the quality of work I produce.

Low 62%; Your Agency 87%; High 100%.

90%

 12. Continually changing work priorities make it hard for 

me to produce high quality work.*

Low 7%; Your Agency 42%; High 81%.

37%

 13. I have a clear idea of how well I am doing my job.

Low 41%; Your Agency 75%; High 100%.

77%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

53%

87%

42%

75%

*

 Item 12 is negatively worded, so percent positive scores include “Strongly Disagree” or “Disagree” responses and percent negative scores include 

“Strongly Agree” or “Agree” responses. Percent positive scores mean that continually changing work priorities do not make it hard for employees to 

produce high quality work.

My Work Unit

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 ‡14. The people I work with cooperate to get the job done.

Low 56%; Your Agency 86%; High 100%.

86%

 15. See Performance Section.

 ‡16. In my work unit, differences in performance are 

recognized in a meaningful way.

Low 21%; Your Agency 26%; High 66%.

48%

 17. Employees in my work unit share job knowledge.

Low 57%; Your Agency 76%; High 100%.

84%

 ‡18. My work unit has the job-relevant knowledge and skills 

necessary to accomplish organizational goals.

Low 55%; Your Agency 81%; High 98%.

85%

 19. Employees in my work unit meet the needs of our 

customers.

Low 54%; Your Agency 90%; High 100%.

92%

 20. Employees in my work unit contribute positively to my 

agency’s performance.

Low 66%; Your Agency 90%; High 100%.

92%

 21. Employees in my work unit produce high-quality work.

Low 65%; Your Agency 89%; High 100%.

90%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

86%

26%

76%

81%

90%

90%

89%

Note: Items included on the Annual Employee Survey are noted by a double dagger (‡).

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Appendix A: Item Results and Benchmarks (continued)

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 22. Employees in my work unit adapt to changing 

priorities.

Low 67%; Your Agency 84%; High 100%.

87%

 23. New hires in my work unit (i.e., hired in the past year) 

have the right skills to do their jobs.

Low 54%; Your Agency 71%; High 100%.

74%

 24. I can influence decisions in my work unit.

Low 43%; Your Agency 69%; High 93%.

71%

 25. I know what my work unit’s goals are.

Low 64%; Your Agency 77%; High 100%.

84%

 26. My work unit commits resources to develop new ideas 

(e.g., budget, staff, time, expert support).

Low 28%; Your Agency 47%; High 92%.

61%

 27. My work unit successfully manages disruptions to our 

work.

Low 33%; Your Agency 78%; High 100%.

75%

 28. Employees in my work unit consistently look for new 

ways to improve how they do their work.

Low 47%; Your Agency 68%; High 91%.

73%

 29. Employees in my work unit incorporate new ideas into 

their work.

Low 56%; Your Agency 72%; High 90%.

75%

 30. Employees in my work unit approach change as an 

opportunity.

Low 47%; Your Agency 60%; High 87%.

65%

 31. Employees in my work unit consider customer needs a 

top priority.

Low 65%; Your Agency 74%; High 95%.

82%

 32. Employees in my work unit consistently look for ways 

to improve customer service.

Low 59%; Your Agency 59%; High 94%.

72%

 33. Employees in my work unit support my need to 

balance my work and personal responsibilities.

Low 56%; Your Agency 83%; High 100%.

80%

 34. Employees in my work unit are typically under too 

much pressure to meet work goals.*

Low 22%; Your Agency 53%; High 87%.

46%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

84%

71%

69%

77%

47%

78%

68%

72%

60%

74%

59%

83%

53%

*

 Item 34 is negatively worded, so percent positive scores include “Strongly Disagree” or “Disagree” responses and percent negative scores include 

“Strongly Agree” or “Agree” responses. Percent positive scores mean employees are typically not pressured to meet work goals.

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Performance

Item

2022

Agency

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 15. In my work unit, poor performers usually (select all that apply):

Remain in the work unit and improve their performance over time 10% 16%

Remain in the work unit and continue to underperform 37% 28%

Leave the work unit — removed or transferred 4% 7%

Leave the work unit — quit 2% 6%

There are no poor performers in my work unit 32% 31%

Do Not Know 21% 23%

Note: The sum of the percentages may sum to over 100 because respondents could select more than one response.

My Organization

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 35. Employees are recognized for providing high quality 

products and services.

Low 31%; Your Agency 48%; High 92%.

64%

 36. Employees are protected from health and safety 

hazards on the job.

Low 52%; Your Agency 78%; High 100%.

79%

 37. My organization is successful at accomplishing its mission.

Low 11%; Your Agency 80%; High 100%.

80%

 38. I have a good understanding of my organization’s 

priorities.

Low 16%; Your Agency 68%; High 100%.

77%

 39. My organization effectively adapts to changing 

government priorities.

Low 9%; Your Agency 69%; High 100%.

70%

 40. My organization has prepared me for potential 

physical security threats.

Low 29%; Your Agency 48%; High 93%.

63%

 41. My organization has prepared me for potential 

cybersecurity threats.

Low 40%; Your Agency 85%; High 100%.

86%

 42. In my organization, arbitrary action, personal 

favoritism and/or political coercion are not tolerated.

Low 20%; Your Agency 49%; High 91%.

55%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

48%

78%

80%

68%

69%

48%

85%

49%

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Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 ‡43. I recommend my organization as a good place to work.

Low 17%; Your Agency 66%; High 96%.

70%

 ‡44. I believe the results of this survey will be used to make 

my agency a better place to work.

Low 23%; Your Agency 38%; High 87%.

52%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

66%

38%

Note: Items included on the Annual Employee Survey are noted by a double dagger (‡).

My Supervisor

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 45. My supervisor is committed to a workforce 

representative of all segments of society.

Low 63%; Your Agency 85%; High 98%.

85%

 46. Supervisors in my work unit support employee 

development.

Low 52%; Your Agency 81%; High 100%.

83%

 47. My supervisor supports my need to balance work and 

other life issues.

Low 72%; Your Agency 90%; High 100%.

88%

 48. My supervisor listens to what I have to say.

Low 68%; Your Agency 86%; High 100%.

86%

 49. My supervisor treats me with respect.

Low 69%; Your Agency 87%; High 100%.

88%

 50. I have trust and confidence in my supervisor.

Low 56%; Your Agency 81%; High 100%.

80%

 51. My supervisor holds me accountable for achieving 

results.

Low 72%; Your Agency 88%; High 100%.

91%

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

your immediate supervisor?

Low 52%; Your Agency 80%; High 100%.

82%

 53. My supervisor provides me with constructive 

suggestions to improve my job performance.

Low 50%; Your Agency 72%; High 88%.

74%

 54. My supervisor provides me with performance feedback 

throughout the year.

Low 50%; Your Agency 77%; High 95%.

78%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

85%

81%

90%

86%

87%

81%

88%

80%

72%

77%

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Leadership

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 55. In my organization, senior leaders generate high levels 

of motivation and commitment in the workforce.

Low 4%; Your Agency 44%; High 91%.

52%

 56. My organization's senior leaders maintain high 

standards of honesty and integrity.

Low 4%; Your Agency 65%; High 95%.

65%

 ‡57. Managers communicate the goals of the organization.

Low 21%; Your Agency 56%; High 95%.

69%

 58. Managers promote communication among different 

work units (for example, about projects, goals, needed 

resources).

Low 17%; Your Agency 49%; High 100%.

60%

 59. Overall, how good a job do you feel is being done 

by the manager directly above your immediate 

supervisor?

Low 31%; Your Agency 63%; High 100%.

68%

 60. I have a high level of respect for my organization’s 

senior leaders.

Low 4%; Your Agency 57%; High 100%.

63%

 61. Senior leaders demonstrate support for Work-Life 

programs.

Low 34%; Your Agency 63%; High 93%.

68%

 62. Management encourages innovation.

Low 12%; Your Agency 54%; High 100%.

59%

 63. Management makes effective changes to address 

challenges facing our organization.

Low 8%; Your Agency 48%; High 91%.

56%

 64. Management involves employees in decisions that 

affect their work.

Low 12%; Your Agency 40%; High 83%.

49%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

44%

65%

56%

49%

63%

57%

63%

54%

48%

40%

Note: Items included on the Annual Employee Survey are noted by a double dagger (‡).

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My Satisfaction

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 ‡65. How satisfied are you with your involvement in 

decisions that affect your work?

Low 7%; Your Agency 49%; High 83%.

56%

 ‡66. How satisfied are you with the information you 

receive from management on what’s going on in your 

organization?

Low 4%; Your Agency 45%; High 92%.

59%

 ‡67. How satisfied are you with the recognition you receive 

for doing a good job?

Low 21%; Your Agency 53%; High 91%.

61%

 ‡68. Considering everything, how satisfied are you with 

your job?

Low 30%; Your Agency 67%; High 92%.

71%

 69. Considering everything, how satisfied are you with 

your pay?

Low 44%; Your Agency 68%; High 91%.

62%

 ‡70. Considering everything, how satisfied are you with 

your organization?

Low 12%; Your Agency 62%; High 92%.

66%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

49%

45%

53%

67%

68%

62%

Note: Items included on the Annual Employee Survey are noted by a double dagger (‡).

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 71. My organization’s management practices promote 

diversity (e.g., outreach, recruitment, promotion 

opportunities).

Low 46%; Your Agency 63%; High 96%.

72%

 72. My supervisor demonstrates a commitment to 

workforce diversity (e.g., recruitment, promotion 

opportunities, development).

Low 57%; Your Agency 75%; High 96%.

79%

 73. I have similar access to advancement opportunities 

(e.g., promotion, career development, training) as 

others in my work unit.

Low 37%; Your Agency 58%; High 100%.

69%

 74. My supervisor provides opportunities fairly to all 

employees in my work unit (e.g., promotions, work 

assignments).

Low 40%; Your Agency 69%; High 100%.

74%

 75. In my work unit, excellent work is similarly recognized 

for all employees (e.g., awards, acknowledgements).

Low 33%; Your Agency 54%; High 100%.

68%

 76. Employees in my work unit treat me as a valued 

member of the team.

Low 61%; Your Agency 82%; High 97%.

87%

 77. Employees in my work unit make me feel I belong.

Low 58%; Your Agency 79%; High 94%.

83%

 78. Employees in my work unit care about me as a person.

Low 53%; Your Agency 79%; High 100%.

82%

 79. I am comfortable expressing opinions that are 

different from other employees in my work unit.

Low 61%; Your Agency 77%; High 96%.

78%

 80. In my work unit, people’s differences are respected.

Low 66%; Your Agency 77%; High 100%.

80%

 81. I can be successful in my organization being myself.

Low 39%; Your Agency 73%; High 100%.

76%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

63%

75%

58%

69%

54%

82%

79%

79%

77%

77%

73%

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Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 82. I can easily make a request of my organization to meet 

my accessibility needs.

Low 42%; Your Agency 65%; High 100%.

76%

 83. My organization responds to my accessibility needs in 

a timely manner.

Low 42%; Your Agency 58%; High 95%.

71%

 84. My organization meets my accessibility needs.

Low 55%; Your Agency 66%; High 100%.

75%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

65%

58%

66%

Employee Experience

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 85. My job inspires me.

Low 39%; Your Agency 56%; High 93%.

64%

 86. The work I do gives me a sense of accomplishment.

Low 43%; Your Agency 72%; High 96%.

76%

 87. I feel a strong personal attachment to my organization.

Low 34%; Your Agency 57%; High 94%.

65%

 88. I identify with the mission of my organization.

Low 59%; Your Agency 71%; High 100%.

83%

 89. It is important to me that my work contribute to the 

common good.

Low 86%; Your Agency 89%; High 100%.

93%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

56%

72%

57%

71%

89%

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Pandemic, Transition to the Worksite, Workplace Flexibilities

Item

2022

Agency

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 90. What percentage of your work time are you currently required to be physically present at your 

agency worksite (including headquarters, bureau, field offices, etc.)?

100% of my work time <1% 8%

At least 75% but less than 100% 1% 7%

At least 50% but less than 75% <1% 7%

At least 25% but less than 50% 4% 20%

Less than 25% 7% 26%

I am not currently required to be physically present at my agency worksite 87% 32%

 91. Please select the response that BEST describes your current remote work or teleworking schedule.

I have an approved remote work agreement (I am not expected to perform work at an 

agency worksite) 37% 24%

I telework 3 or more days per week 50% 46%

I telework 1 or 2 days per week 11% 19%

I telework, but only about 1 or 2 days per month <1% 1%

I telework very infrequently, on an unscheduled or short-term basis 1% 2%

I do not telework because I have to be physically present on the job (e.g., law enforcement 

officers, TSA agent, border patrol agent, security personnel) 0% 4%

I do not telework because of technical issues (e.g., connectivity, inadequate equipment) that 

prevent me from teleworking 0% <1%

I do not telework because I did not receive approval to do so, even though I have the kind 

of job where I can telework <1% 1%

I do not telework because I choose not to telework 1% 2%

Only those who responded “I have an approved remote work agreement,” to Question 91 received Question 91a.

 91a. What is your current remote work status?

I have an approved remote work agreement and live outside the local commuting area 

(more than 50 miles away) 8% 32%

I have an approved remote work agreement and live within the local commuting area 

(less than 50 miles away) 92% 68%

 92. Did you have an approved remote work agreement before the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic?

Yes 39% 35%

No 61% 65%

Note: The sum of percentages may not add to 100 due to rounding.

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Item

2022

Agency

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 93. Based on your work unit’s current telework or remote work options, are you considering 

leaving your organization, and if so why?

No 74% 78%

Yes, to retire 6% 4%

Yes, to take another job within my Agency <1% 1%

Yes, to take another job within the Federal Government 8% 11%

Yes, to take another job outside the Federal Government 5% 3%

Yes, other 6% 5%

 94. My agency’s re-entry arrangements are fair in accounting for employees’ diverse needs and situations.

Strongly Agree 9% 25%

Agree 18% 33%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 34% 22%

Disagree 14% 10%

Strongly Disagree 25% 10%

 95. Please select the response that BEST describes how employees in your work unit currently report to work:

All employees in my work unit are physically present on the worksite 1% 8%

Some employees are physically present on the worksite and others telework or work remotely 46% 70%

No employees in my work unit are physically present on the worksite, we all work remotely 48% 16%

Other 5% 5%

Note: The sum of percentages may not add to 100 due to rounding.

Item Item Benchmarks

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 96. My organization’s senior leaders support policies and 

procedures to protect employee health and safety.

Low 42%; Your Agency 67%; High 100%.

77%

 97. My organization’s senior leaders provide effective 

communications about what to expect with the return 

to the physical worksite.

Low 4%; Your Agency 43%; High 100%.

72%

 98. My supervisor supports my efforts to stay healthy and 

safe while working.

Low 75%; Your Agency 92%; High 100%.

91%

 99. My supervisor creates an environment where I can 

voice my concerns about staying healthy and safe.

Low 67%; Your Agency 90%; High 100%.

87%

0 Low High 100

CFTC

67%

43%

92%

90%

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Paid Parental Leave

Item 2022

Agency

2022 Small 

Agencies,

Combined

 100. Have you used the Paid Parental Leave benefit at any point from October 1, 2020 to today?

Yes 5% 4%

No, did not have a qualifying event 93% 93%

No, I was not aware of the leave although I had a qualifying event <1% 1%

No, I chose not to use the leave although I had a qualifying event 1% 1%

No, I had a qualifying event (e.g., birth of a child), but was not eligible to use the leave 1% 1%

No, I had a qualifying event, but I used all my FMLA leave previously 0% <1%

Only those who answered “Yes” to Question 100 received Questions 100a and 100b.

100a. For what purpose did you use Paid Parental Leave?

Birth of a child 100% 97%

Placement of a child for adoption 0% 3%

Placement of a child for foster care 0% 1%

 100b. How many weeks of Paid Parental Leave did you use during the 12-month period following 

a qualifying event (use can be either continuous or intermittent)? 

Note: If you are still using your leave when taking this survey, respond with how many weeks 

of Paid Parental Leave you expect to take in total.

Full 12 weeks 75% 86%

At least 8 weeks but less than 12 weeks 25% 11%

At least 6 weeks but less than 8 weeks 0% 1%

At least 3 weeks but less than 6 weeks 0% 2%

Less than 3 weeks 0% <1%

If the response to Question 100b was “Full 12 weeks” then Question 100c was skipped.

100c. What are the primary reasons you used (or expect to use) less than 12 weeks of Paid Parental 

Leave? Choose all that apply.

Did not need to use the full 12 weeks of leave — 28%

Previous use of FMLA leave reduced the amount of Paid Parental Leave available to me 0% 0%

Meeting FMLA eligibility requirements limited the amount of FMLA leave available to use 

within my FMLA 12-month period 0% 3%

Did not feel I could be away from job responsibilities for a full 12 weeks 100% 71%

Concerned about the impact using the leave would have on my career advancement — 53%

Did not feel that my coworkers supported my use of all 12 weeks of the leave — 13%

Did not feel that my supervisor supported my use of all 12 weeks of the leave — 22%

Other reason 0% 15%

Note: The sum of the percentages may sum to over 100 because respondents could select more than one response. For confidentiality purposes, for 

Q100c, if there were fewer than 4 responses to a given response category, a “—” in that response category indicates that results are suppressed.

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Appendix B: Index Benchmarks

Employee Engagement Index

Below, you can see where your agency’s EEI score ranks (out of 41 small agencies with 10 or more respondents) 

and how it compares to the combined small agency average. The names of agencies with the highest EEI 

scores are listed to facilitate the sharing of information, such as best practices.

Employee Engagement Index Benchmarks: Small Agencies, Combined

rank

1 96% MMC

rank

2 94% NCPC

rank

3 90% OSHRC

rank

31 CFTC 71%

75% Small Agencies, Combined

In addition to looking at your agency’s EEI results from a combined small agency perspective, the figure 

below allows you to compare your EEI results to those from similar sized agencies. Appendix D contains a 

list of agencies by size category for your reference.

Employee Engagement Index Benchmarks: Small Agencies (100 – 999 employees)

rank

1 86% PBGC

rank

2 85% OSC

rank

3 84% NEH, STB

rank

23 CFTC 71%

76% Small Agencies

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Appendix B: Index Benchmarks (continued)

Global Satisfaction Index

The Global Satisfaction Index score for your agency, the highest scoring agencies, and the combined small 

agency average are displayed below, along with your agency ranking (out of 41 small agencies with 10 or 

more respondents).

Global Satisfaction Index Benchmarks: Small Agencies, Combined

rank

1 91% MMC

rank

2 88% NCPC

rank

3 83% NIGC, OSHRC, NEH

rank

28 CFTC 66%

67% Small Agencies, Combined

In addition to looking at your agency’s Global Satisfaction Index results from a combined small agency 

perspective, the figure below allows you to compare your Global Satisfaction Index results to those from 

similar sized agencies. Appendix D contains a list of agencies by size category for your reference.

Global Satisfaction Index Benchmarks: Small Agencies (100 – 999 employees)

rank

1 83% NIGC, PBGC, NEH

rank

4 82% OSC

rank

5 80% FLRA

rank

21 CFTC 66%

68% Small Agencies

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Performance Confidence Index

The Performance Confidence Index score for your agency, the highest scoring agencies, and the combined 

small agency average are displayed below, along with your agency ranking (out of 41 small agencies with 10 

or more respondents).

Performance Confidence Index Benchmarks: Small Agencies, Combined

rank

1 100% ACHP, NCPC

rank

3 99% OSHRC

rank

4 98% OSC, NEA

rank

35 CFTC 88%

90% Small Agencies, Combined

In addition to looking at your agency’s Performance Confidence Index results from a combined small agency 

perspective, the figure below allows you to compare your Performance Confidence Index results to those 

from similar sized agencies. Appendix D contains a list of agencies by size category for your reference.

Performance Confidence Index Benchmarks: Small Agencies (100 – 999 employees)

rank

1 98% OSC, NEA

rank

3 96% STB, NEH, USTR

rank

6 95% PBGC, FEC

rank

25 CFTC 88%

91% Small Agencies

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Appendix B: Index Benchmarks (continued)

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Index

The DEIA score for your agency, the highest scoring agencies, and the combined small agency average are 

displayed below, along with your agency ranking (out of 41 small agencies with 10 or more respondents).

DEIA Benchmarks: Small Agencies, Combined

rank

1 92% MMC

rank

2 87% NCPC

rank

3 86% OGE, PRC

rank

35 CFTC 67%

75% Small Agencies, Combined

In addition to looking at your agency’s DEIA results from a combined small agency perspective, the figure 

below allows you to compare your DEIA Index results to those from similar sized agencies. Appendix D 

contains a list of agencies by size category for your reference.

DEIA Benchmarks: Small Agencies (100 – 999 employees)

rank

1 86% PBGC

rank

2 84% FMC

rank

3 83% FCA

rank

27 CFTC 67%

76% Small Agencies

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Appendix B: Index Benchmarks (continued)

Diversity Subindex

Diversity Benchmarks: Small Agencies, Combined

rank

1 96% NCPC

rank

2 90% MMC

rank

3 89% IMLS

rank

32 CFTC 69%

76% Small Agencies, Combined

In addition to looking at your agency’s Diversity results from a combined small agency perspective, the 

figure below allows you to compare your Diversity Subindex results to those from similar sized agencies. 

Appendix D contains a list of agencies by size category for your reference.

Diversity Benchmarks: Small Agencies (100 – 999 employees)

rank

1 87% FCA

rank

2 83% PBGC, SSS

rank

4 82% FHFA, NEA

rank

27 CFTC 69%

76% Small Agencies

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Appendix B: Index Benchmarks (continued)

Equity Subindex

Equity Benchmarks: Small Agencies, Combined

rank

1 100% MMC

rank

2 84% PRC, OSC

rank

4 83% OSHRC

rank

35 CFTC 60%

70% Small Agencies, Combined

In addition to looking at your agency’s Equity results from a combined small agency perspective, the figure 

below allows you to compare your Equity Subindex results to those from similar sized agencies. Appendix D 

contains a list of agencies by size category for your reference.

Equity Benchmarks: Small Agencies (100 – 999 employees)

rank

1 84% OSC

rank

2 83% PBGC

rank

3 81% NEA

rank

27 CFTC 60%

71% Small Agencies

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Inclusion Subindex

Inclusion Benchmarks: Small Agencies, Combined

rank

1 95% NCPC

rank

2 90% OSHRC, MMC

rank

4 89% USTDA

rank

32 CFTC 77%

80% Small Agencies, Combined

In addition to looking at your agency’s Inclusion results from a combined small agency perspective, the 

figure below allows you to compare your Inclusion Subindex results to those from similar sized agencies. 

Appendix D contains a list of agencies by size category for your reference.

Inclusion Benchmarks: Small Agencies (100 – 999 employees)

rank

1 87% PBGC

rank

2 86% OMB, NEA, OSC

rank

5 85% FLRA, USITC, NIGC

rank

25 CFTC 77%

81% Small Agencies

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Accessibility Subindex

Appendix B: Index Benchmarks (continued)

Accessibility Benchmarks: Small Agencies, Combined

rank

1 94% OGE

rank

2 92% OSHRC

rank

3 90% FMC, USCCR

rank

36 CFTC 63%

74% Small Agencies, Combined

In addition to looking at your agency’s Accessibility results from a combined small agency perspective, the 

figure below allows you to compare your Accessibility Subindex results to those from similar sized agencies. 

Appendix D contains a list of agencies by size category for your reference.

Accessibility Benchmarks: Small Agencies (100 – 999 employees)

rank

1 90% FMC, PBGC

rank

3 86% FLRA

rank

4 85% NEH

rank

28 CFTC 63%

75% Small Agencies

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Appendix C: Demographic Item Results

Appendix C displays the demographic characteristics of your agency’s survey respondents.

Employment Demographics

Item

2022

Percentages

Where do you work?

Headquarters 55

Field 23

Full-time telework (e.g., home office, telecenter) 22

What is your supervisory status?

Senior Leader 2

Manager 5

Supervisor 16

Team Leader 4

Non-Supervisor 73

What is your pay category/grade?

Federal Wage System 2

GS 1-6 0

GS 7-12 2

GS 13-15 50

Senior Executive Service 1

Senior Level (SL) or Scientific or Professional (ST) 0

Other 44

What is your US military service status?

No Prior Military Service 88

Currently in National Guard or Reserves 1

Retired 4

Separated or Discharged 7

Notes: Demographic results are unweighted. The sum of percentages may not add to 100 due to rounding.

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Item

2022

Percentages

Are you:

The spouse of a current active duty service member of the U.S. Armed Forces <1

The spouse of a service member who retired or separated from active duty in the U.S. Armed 

Forces with a disability rating of 100 percent 1

The widow(er) of a service member killed while on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces 0

None of the categories listed 99

If the response to the previous question on if you are a military spouse was “None of the categories listed,” 

this item was skipped.

Have you been hired under the Military Spouse Non-Competitive Hiring Authority?

Yes 33

No 67

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

Less than 1 year 2

1 to 3 years 9

4 to 5 years 2

6 to 10 years 20

11 to 14 years 25

15 to 20 years 14

More than 20 years 28

How long have you been with your current agency (for example, Department of Justice, 

Environmental Protection Agency)?

Less than 1 year 3

1 to 3 years 16

4 to 5 years 2

6 to 10 years 27

11 to 14 years 27

15 to 20 years 7

More than 20 years 17

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

No 70

Yes, to retire 6

Yes, to take another job within the Federal Government 10

Yes, to take another job outside the Federal Government 9

Yes, other 6

Notes: Demographic results are unweighted. The sum of percentages may not add to 100 due to rounding.

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Item

2022

Percentages

I am planning to retire in:

Less than 1 year 3

1 year 2

2 years 2

3 years 6

4 years 2

5 years 6

More than 5 years 79

Personal Demographics

Item

2022

Percentages

Are you of Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin?

Yes 7

No 93

Are you:

White 75

Black or African American 14

All other races 10

What is your age group?

29 years and under 0

30-39 years old 16

40-49 years old 36

50-59 years old 33

60 years or older 15

Notes: Demographic results are unweighted. The sum of percentages may not add to 100 due to rounding. For confidentiality purposes, if there are 

fewer than 4 responses to a single personal demographic category, all results for that question are suppressed. If there are fewer than 4 responses 

in multiple personal demographic categories, only those are suppressed, and remaining data are displayed.

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Appendix C: Demographic Item Results (continued)

Item

2022

Percentages

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

Less than High School/ High School Diploma/ GED —

Certification/ Some College/ Associate’s Degree —

Bachelor’s Degree —

Advanced Degrees (Post Bachelor’s Degree) —

Are you an individual with a disability?

Yes 8

No 92

Are you:

Male 59

Female 41

Are you transgender?

Yes 0

No 100

Which one of the following best represents how you think of yourself?

Straight, that is not gay or lesbian —

Gay or Lesbian —

Bisexual —

I use a different term —

Notes: Demographic results are unweighted. The sum of percentages may not add to 100 due to rounding. For confidentiality purposes, if there are 

fewer than 4 responses to a single personal demographic category, all results for that question are suppressed. If there are fewer than 4 responses 

in multiple personal demographic categories, only those are suppressed, and remaining data are displayed.

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Appendix D: Participating Agencies by 

Employee Population Size Categories

Very Large Agencies ( ≥ 75,000 employees)

Department of Agriculture

Department of Defense

Department of the Army

Department of the Navy

Department of the Air Force

OSD, Joint Staff, Defense Agencies, and Field Activities 

(DOD 4th Estate)

Department of Health and Human Services

Department of Homeland Security

Department of Justice

Department of the Treasury

Large Agencies (10,000 – 74,999 employees)

Department of Commerce

Department of Energy

Department of Labor

Department of State

Department of the Interior

Department of Transportation

Environmental Protection Agency

General Services Administration

Social Security Administration

Medium Agencies (1,000 – 9,999 employees)

Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency

Department of Education

Department of Housing and Urban Development

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Federal Communications Commission

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Federal Trade Commission

National Archives and Records Administration

National Credit Union Administration

National Labor Relations Board

National Science Foundation

Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Office of Personnel Management

Small Business Administration

U.S. Agency for Global Media

U.S. Agency for International Development

Small Agencies (100 – 999 employees)

Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Corporation for National and Community Service

Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board

Export-Import Bank of the United States

Farm Credit Administration

Federal Election Commission

Federal Housing Finance Agency

Federal Labor Relations Authority

Federal Maritime Commission

Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service

Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board

International Boundary and Water Commission

Merit Systems Protection Board

National Endowment for the Arts

National Endowment for the Humanities

National Gallery of Art

National Indian Gaming Commission

National Transportation Safety Board

Office of Management and Budget

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative

Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation

Railroad Retirement Board

Selective Service System

Surface Transportation Board

U.S. International Development Finance Corporation

U.S. International Trade Commission

U.S. Office of Special Counsel

U.S. Peace Corps

Very Small Agencies (< 100 employees)

AbilityOne Commission

Advisory Council on Historic Preservation

American Battle Monuments Commission

Commission on Civil Rights

Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation

Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission

Institute of Museum and Library Services

Inter-American Foundation

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Marine Mammal Commission

National Capital Planning Commission

National Council on Disability

National Mediation Board

Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission

Office of Navajo and Hopi Indian Relocation

Postal Regulatory Commission

U.S. Access Board

U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board

U.S. Office of Government Ethics

U.S. Trade and Development Agency

Note: All agencies listed in the Small and Very Small categories make up the Small Agencies, Combined benchmark category, with the exception of the 

Office of Management and Budget, Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, and Railroad Retirement Board.

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Appendix E: Additional OPM FEVS Resources

Other Reports

Governmentwide Management Report

 This report provides an overview of the 

governmentwide results. The report includes 

item results, index scores, information 

on who responded to the survey, survey 

updates, and other special topics.

All Levels, All Indices, All Items Report

 The purpose of this report is to provide a 

comprehensive summary of all OPM FEVS 

items and index scores for subagencies 

with at least 10 respondents in a Microsoft®

Excel® spreadsheet.

Subagency Comparison Report

 This report provides the results of all the 

offices that report to the same “parent” office. 

This report is only created when there are 

two or more sub-offices that both have at 

least 10 responses. Note: Subagency reports 

are only available for agencies that included 

organizational breakouts in 2022.

Subagency Breakout Report

 This report displays survey results for a single 

office so long as it has at least 10 responses. 

Note: Subagency reports are only available 

for agencies that included organizational 

breakouts in 2022.

Occupational Series Reports

 This report allows for the comparison of 

occupational series and families at the 

agency and first level.

Demographic Comparison Reports

 This report allows for the comparison of 

demographic subgroups at the agency level.

Annual Employee Survey (AES) Report

 This report is a Microsoft® Excel®

spreadsheet with a breakdown of agency 

and first level results. It also includes trends 

from previous OPM FEVS administrations.

Websites

OPM FEVS website

 Agencies and the general public can access 

governmentwide data reports, as well as 

special topic reports produced from the 

OPM FEVS. This website includes results 

from the 2004 administration of the survey 

to the present. Access the OPM FEVS website 

at www.opm.gov/FEVS.

Public Release Data File (PRDF)

 A public use data set is available for the OPM 

FEVS and can be requested by completing the 

form available at: www.opm.gov/fevs/publicdata-file. Note: The 2022 PRDF will be available 

in the spring of 2023.

FedScope

 OPM’s FedScope is an online publicly 

available tool which allows users to access 

and analyze HR data from OPM’s Enterprise 

Human Resources Integration (EHRI). 

Access this site using the following link: 

www.fedscope.opm.gov.

OPM FEVS Online Reporting and Analysis Tool

 A password protected tool for agency points 

of contact to access agency-specific and 

governmentwide reports. In addition, agency 

users can develop customized reports that 

may be useful for data analysis and action 

planning. Questions and feedback for this 

online tool can be sent to EVS@opm.gov.

Appendix E: Additional OPM FEVS Resources
United States 

Office of Personnel Management

Office of Strategy and Innovation

1900 E Street, NW 

Washington, DC 20415

www.opm.gov/FEVS