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Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board

Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey Results: 2023

Annual Employee Survey (AES) Summary Report
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Core Survey Questions

Q1-15, 17-90

Item Item Text

Response

Type

Percent

Positive

Strongly

Agree/

Always/

Very

Good/ 

Very

Satisfied

%

Agree/

Most of

the 

time/

Good/

Satisfied

%

Neither

Agree nor

Disagree/

Sometimes/

Fair/ 

Neither

Satisfied 

nor

Dissatisfied

%

Disagree/

Rarely/

Poor/

Dissatisfied

%

Strongly

Disagree/

Never/

Very Poor/

Very

Dissatisfied

%

Percent

Negative

Strongly

Agree/

Always/

Very

Good/

Very

Satisfied

N

Agree/

Most of

the

time/

Good/

Satisfied

N

Neither

Agree nor

Disagree/

Sometimes/

Fair/

Neither

Satisfied

nor

Dissatisfied

N

Disagree/

Rarely/

Poor/

Dissatisfied

N

Strongly

Disagree/

Never/

Very Poor/

Very

Dissatisfied

N

Item

Response

Total**

N

Do Not

Know/ No

Basis to

Judge/

There have

been no

recent

hires in my

work unit /

I do

not have

any

accessibility

needs

N

1

*I am given a real 

opportunity to 

improve my skills in 

my organization.

Agreedisagree 80% 43% 37% 11% 4% 5% 9% 72 71 19 8 7 177 N/A

2

I feel encouraged to 

come up with new 

and better ways of 

doing things.

Agreedisagree 75% 36% 39% 13% 5% 7% 12% 61 72 22 10 10 175 N/A

3

My work gives me a 

feeling of personal 

accomplishment.

Agreedisagree 72% 35% 37% 13% 9% 5% 15% 59 67 25 18 8 177 N/A

4

I know what is 

expected of me on 

the job.

Agreedisagree 84% 43% 41% 7% 4% 4% 9% 73 76 12 7 7 175 N/A

5

*My workload is 

reasonable.

Agreedisagree 72% 32% 40% 10% 10% 7% 17% 53 75 18 18 12 176 N/A

6

*My talents are 

used well in the 

workplace.

Agreedisagree 73% 30% 43% 12% 7% 8% 15% 52 78 21 13 12 176 N/A

7

*I know how my 

work relates to the 

agency's goals.

Agreedisagree 85% 45% 40% 9% 1% 5% 6% 74 75 16 2 7 174 N/A
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*I can disclose a 

suspected violation 

of any law, rule, or 

regulation without 

fear of reprisal.

Agree-

disagree 70% 41% 29% 16% 5% 9% 14% 70 50 268 13 167 10

9

I have enough 

information to do 

my job well.

Agree-

disagree 76% 34% 42% 11% 9% 5% 13% 57 78 19 167 177 N/A

10

I receive the training 

I need to do my job 

well.

Agree-

disagree 77% 38% 39% 14% 4% 5% 9% 65 74 2377 176 N/A

11

I am held 

accountable for the 

quality of work I 

produce.

Agree-

disagree 89% 44% 45% 8% 2% 2% 3% 76 83 1323 177 N/A

12

I have a clear idea of 

how well I am doing 

my job.

Agree-

disagree 85% 38% 47% 9% 4% 3% 7% 64 86 1664 176 N/A

13

I have the autonomy 

to decide how I do 

my job.

Agree-

disagree 79% 33% 46% 11% 5% 5% 10% 57 85 1988 177 N/A

14

I can make decisions 

about my work 

without getting 

permission first.

Agree-

disagree 72% 27% 46% 17% 5% 6% 11% 47 83 28 109 177 N/A

15

*The people I work 

with cooperate to 

get the job done.

Agree-

disagree 88% 53% 35% 7% 2% 2% 4% 92 65 1243 176 N/A

17

*In my work unit, 

differences in 

performance are 

recognized in a 

meaningful way.

Agree-

disagree 57% 16% 41% 19% 11% 13% 24% 25 64 32 18 17 156 20

18

Employees in my 

work unit share job 

knowledge.

Agree-

disagree 87% 40% 48% 7% 3% 2% 6% 67 87 1264 1760

19

*My work unit has 

the job-relevant 

knowledge and skills 

necessary to 

accomplish 

organizational goals.

Agree-

disagree 83% 36% 47% 11% 3% 3% 6% 60 86 1955 1752

20

Employees in my 

work unit meet the 

needs of our 

customers.

Always-

never 96% 55% 41% 3% 0% 1% 1% 91 68502 1669
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21

Employees in my 

work unit contribute 

positively to my 

agency's 

performance.

Always-

never 95% 64% 30% 4% 0% 1% 1% 108 52802 1706

22

Employees in my 

work unit produce 

high-quality work.

Always-

never 91% 60% 31% 7% 0% 1% 2% 99 53 1212 1679

23

Employees in my 

work unit adapt to 

changing priorities.

Always-

never 90% 56% 34% 9% 0% 1% 1% 93 55 1502 165 10

24

New hires in my 

work unit (i.e. hired 

in the past year) 

have the right skills 

to do their jobs.

Agree-

disagree 74% 28% 45% 16% 6% 5% 11% 32 58 1976 122 53

25

I can influence 

decisions in my 

work unit.

Agree-

disagree 82% 35% 46% 10% 5% 3% 8% 64 82 1894 177 N/A

26

I know what my 

work unit's goals 

are.

Agree-

disagree 85% 42% 43% 9% 4% 3% 7% 72 80 1474 177 N/A

27

My work unit 

commits resources 

to develop new 

ideas (e.g., budget, 

staff, time, expert 

support).

Agree-

disagree 74% 29% 45% 14% 7% 5% 12% 47 82 24 128 1733

28

My work unit 

successfully 

manages disruptions 

to our work.

Agree-

disagree 81% 32% 49% 12% 2% 5% 7% 52 88 2047 1716

29

Employees in my 

work unit 

consistently look for 

new ways to 

improve how they 

do their work.

Agree-

disagree 82% 35% 47% 12% 3% 3% 6% 56 83 2264 1716

30

Employees in my 

work unit 

incorporate new 

ideas into their 

work.

Agree-

disagree 82% 34% 48% 13% 3% 3% 5% 53 83 2354 1687

31

Employees in my 

work unit approach 

change as an 

opportunity.

Agree-

disagree 76% 30% 46% 16% 6% 2% 8% 47 77 29 104 1677
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32

Employees in my 

work unit consider 

customer needs a 

top priority.

Agree-

disagree 91% 52% 39% 5% 1% 2% 4% 89 67 1024 1721

33

Employees in my 

work unit 

consistently look for 

ways to improve 

customer service.

Agree-

disagree 82% 43% 39% 11% 4% 3% 7% 73 69 2074 1734

34

Employees in my 

work unit support 

my need to balance 

my work and 

personal 

responsibilities.

Agree-

disagree 87% 51% 36% 6% 2% 5% 7% 90 66948 1770

35

Employees are 

recognized for 

providing high 

quality products and 

services.

Agree-

disagree 73% 27% 46% 13% 6% 8% 14% 46 80 23 11 12 1723

36

Employees are 

protected from 

health and safety 

hazards on the job.

Agree-

disagree 88% 54% 34% 7% 1% 5% 5% 93 60 1217 1733

37

My organization is 

successful at 

accomplishing its 

mission.

Agree-

disagree 76% 35% 42% 13% 5% 6% 11% 60 75 2299 1751

38

I have a good 

understanding of my 

organization's 

priorities.

Agree-

disagree 80% 37% 43% 10% 6% 5% 10% 65 79 16 106 176 N/A

39

My organization 

shares results (for 

example, town halls, 

email, distribution 

of reports) from the 

Federal Employee 

Viewpoint Survey 

(FEVS).

Agree-

disagree 94% 50% 44% 2% 2% 1% 3% 88 77432 1741

40

Information is 

openly shared in my 

organization.

Agree-

disagree 71% 27% 44% 14% 9% 6% 15% 45 77 25 14 10 1712

41

The approval 

process in my 

organization allows 

Agree-

disagree 67% 24% 44% 16% 12% 5% 17% 38 76 26 208 1684
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timely delivery of 

my work.

42

My organization 

effectively adapts to 

changing 

government 

priorities.

Agree-

disagree 65% 26% 39% 22% 7% 6% 13% 41 70 37 129 1692

43

My organization has 

prepared me for 

potential physical 

security threats.

Agree-

disagree 81% 37% 44% 12% 5% 2% 7% 60 81 2093 1732

44

My organization has 

prepared me for 

potential 

cybersecurity 

threats.

Agree-

disagree 91% 45% 46% 5% 2% 2% 4% 71 82 1033 1691

45

In my organization, 

arbitrary action, 

personal favoritism 

and/or political 

coercion are not 

tolerated.

Agree-

disagree 55% 26% 30% 25% 12% 8% 20% 41 51 41 19 12 1649

46

*I recommend my 

organization as a 

good place to work.

Agree-

disagree 68% 30% 39% 18% 7% 7% 14% 51 69 33 139 175 N/A

47

*I believe the results 

of this survey will be 

used to make my 

agency a better 

place to work.

Agree-

disagree 53% 23% 31% 24% 10% 12% 22% 39 52 43 19 19 1722

48

Supervisors in my 

work unit support 

employee 

development.

Agree-

disagree 88% 65% 23% 7% 1% 5% 5% 109 43 1117 1711

49

My supervisor 

supports my need to 

balance work and 

other life issues.

Agree-

disagree 94% 75% 19% 1% 2% 3% 5% 131 34135 174 N/A

50

My supervisor 

listens to what I 

have to say.

Agree-

disagree 90% 70% 20% 3% 3% 4% 7% 123 35646 174 N/A

51

My supervisor treats 

me with respect.

Agree-

disagree 91% 71% 20% 5% 1% 3% 4% 126 34824 174 N/A
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52

I have trust and 

confidence in my 

supervisor.

Agree-

disagree 86% 66% 21% 3% 5% 5% 10% 114 37687 172 N/A

53

My supervisor holds 

me accountable for 

achieving results.

Agree-

disagree 93% 69% 25% 5% 0% 2% 2% 119 44703 173 N/A

54

Overall, how good a 

job do you feel is 

being done by your 

immediate 

supervisor? Good-poor 88% 60% 27% 7% 3% 2% 5% 105 49 1243 173 N/A

55

My supervisor 

provides me with 

constructive 

suggestions to 

improve my job 

performance.

Agree-

disagree 86% 56% 30% 7% 2% 5% 7% 97 54 1237 173 N/A

56

My supervisor 

provides me with 

performance 

feedback 

throughout the 

year.

Agree-

disagree 86% 57% 29% 8% 3% 3% 6% 99 52 1164 1721

57

In my organization, 

senior leaders 

generate high levels 

of motivation and 

commitment in the 

workforce.

Agree-

disagree 51% 15% 36% 20% 16% 13% 29% 23 65 34 28 20 1701

58

My organization's 

senior leaders 

maintain high 

standards of 

honesty and 

integrity.

Agree-

disagree 58% 20% 38% 22% 8% 12% 20% 34 68 37 15 18 1721

59

*Managers 

communicate the 

goals of the 

organization.

Agree-

disagree 79% 29% 50% 11% 3% 7% 10% 49 88 196 11 1730

60

Managers promote 

communication 

among different 

work units (for 

example, about 

projects, goals, 

needed resources).

Agree-

disagree 69% 23% 47% 17% 5% 9% 13% 37 84 278 13 1693
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61

Overall, how good a 

job do you feel is 

being done by the 

manager directly 

above your 

immediate 

supervisor? Good-poor 75% 38% 37% 15% 4% 6% 10% 65 62 2878 1702

62

I have a high level of 

respect for my 

organization's senior 

leaders.

Agree-

disagree 63% 22% 41% 20% 6% 11% 17% 38 70 36 11 17 1720

63

Senior leaders 

demonstrate 

support for Work-

Life programs.

Agree-

disagree 68% 25% 44% 13% 8% 11% 19% 41 78 23 14 16 1720

64

Management 

encourages 

innovation.

Agree-

disagree 62% 24% 38% 22% 6% 9% 16% 40 66 41 11 13 1711

65

Management makes 

effective changes to 

address challenges 

facing our 

organization.

Agree-

disagree 64% 18% 45% 18% 8% 10% 18% 31 79 33 14 15 1721

66

Management 

involves employees 

in decisions that 

affect their work.

Agree-

disagree 50% 15% 35% 26% 12% 11% 24% 25 62 45 22 17 1712

67

*How satisfied are 

you with your 

involvement in 

decisions that affect 

your work?

Satisfied-

dissatisfied 61% 21% 40% 23% 9% 7% 16% 35 71 40 179 172 N/A

68

*How satisfied are 

you with the 

information you 

receive from 

management on 

what's going on in 

your organization?

Satisfied-

dissatisfied 65% 29% 36% 21% 8% 6% 14% 48 65 37 148 172 N/A

69

*How satisfied are 

you with the 

recognition you 

receive for doing a 

good job?

Satisfied-

dissatisfied 64% 28% 36% 19% 9% 8% 17% 47 64 33 15 12 171 N/A

70

*Considering 

everything, how 

Satisfied-

dissatisfied 74% 27% 47% 14% 9% 3% 13% 45 81 25 164 171 N/A
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satisfied are you 

with your job?

71

Considering 

everything, how 

satisfied are you 

with your pay?

Satisfied-

dissatisfied 70% 25% 46% 15% 9% 5% 14% 42 82 24 177 172 N/A

72

*Considering 

everything, how 

satisfied are you 

with your 

organization?

Satisfied-

dissatisfied 69% 23% 46% 16% 9% 6% 15% 39 80 28 178 172 N/A

73

My organization's 

management 

practices promote 

diversity (e.g., 

outreach, 

recruitment, 

promotion 

opportunities).

Agree-

disagree 75% 30% 45% 14% 4% 7% 11% 48 74 235 10 160 13

74

My supervisor 

demonstrates a 

commitment to 

workforce diversity 

(e.g., recruitment, 

promotion 

opportunities, 

development).

Agree-

disagree 81% 44% 37% 12% 2% 5% 7% 69 64 1937 162 11

75

I have similar access 

to advancement 

opportunities (e.g., 

promotion, career 

development, 

training) as others in 

my work unit.

Agree-

disagree 71% 35% 36% 12% 7% 9% 16% 60 63 20 12 14 1693

76

My supervisor 

provides 

opportunities fairly 

to all employees in 

my work unit (e.g., 

promotions, work 

assignments).

Agree-

disagree 77% 41% 36% 14% 2% 7% 9% 68 60 243 10 1657

77

In my work unit, 

excellent work is 

similarly recognized 

for all employees 

Agree-

disagree 67% 33% 35% 16% 7% 10% 17% 55 60 28 10 15 1684
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(e.g., awards, 

acknowledgements).

78

Employees in my 

work unit make me 

feel I belong.

Agree-

disagree 82% 43% 39% 12% 3% 2% 6% 74 68 2064 1720

79

Employees in my 

work unit care 

about me as a 

person.

Agree-

disagree 83% 44% 40% 11% 2% 4% 6% 72 68 1935 1673

80

I am comfortable 

expressing opinions 

that are different 

from other 

employees in my 

work unit.

Agree-

disagree 83% 43% 40% 10% 2% 4% 7% 73 69 1756 1702

81

In my work unit, 

people's differences 

are respected.

Agree-

disagree 83% 39% 44% 9% 3% 6% 8% 66 76 1548 1693

82

I can be successful 

in my organization 

being myself.

Agree-

disagree 79% 40% 40% 12% 2% 6% 8% 68 71 2139 1720

83

I can easily make a 

request of my 

organization to 

meet my 

accessibility needs.

Agree-

disagree 82% 44% 38% 10% 4% 4% 8% 49 48 1145 117 22

84

My organization 

responds to my 

accessibility needs 

in a timely manner.

Agree-

disagree 78% 41% 37% 13% 3% 6% 8% 42 42 1426 106 25

85

My organization 

meets my 

accessibility needs.

Agree-

disagree 81% 42% 39% 12% 2% 5% 7% 43 45 1225 107 23

86 My job inspires me.

Agree-

disagree 59% 24% 35% 24% 10% 6% 17% 37 62 44 199 171 N/A

87

The work I do gives 

me a sense of 

accomplishment.

Agree-

disagree 71% 30% 41% 16% 8% 5% 13% 50 71 30 157 173 N/A

88

I feel a strong 

personal 

attachment to my 

organization.

Agree-

disagree 60% 24% 37% 27% 10% 3% 13% 39 65 46 184 172 N/A

89

I identify with the 

mission of my 

organization.

Agree-

disagree 84% 44% 41% 10% 4% 2% 6% 73 71 1972 172 N/A
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90

It is important to me 

that my work 

contribute to the 

common good.

Agreedisagree 92% 56% 36% 5% 2% 1% 3% 95 63 10 4 1 173 N/A

* AES prescribed items as of 2017 (5 CFR Part 250, Subpart C)

** Unweighted count of responses excluding "Do Not Know", "No Basis to 

Judge", "There have been no recent hires in my work unit", or "I do not have 

any accessibility needs.

Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population.

For confidentiality purposes, a "–

c” indicates that there are fewer than 4 

responses to Questions 83, 84, or 85 and results are therefore suppressed.

Source: Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board AES Report, 2023 OPM 

Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey
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Core Trend Survey Questions

Item Text

2020 

Percent

Positive

2021 

Percent

Positive

2022 

Percent

Positive

2023 

Percent

Positive

Difference

2023-

2020

Difference

2023-

2021

Difference

2023-

2022

Sort for

Largest

Differences

2023-2020

Sort for

Largest

Differences

2023-2021

Sort for

Largest

Differences

2023-2022

1

*I am given a real opportunity to improve my skills in my 

organization. 76% 83% 82% 80% 4% -3% -2% 4 31 76

2

I feel encouraged to come up with new and better ways 

of doing things. 71% 74% 73% 75% 4% 1% 2% 7 17 39

3 My work gives me a feeling of personal accomplishment. 77% 72% 72% 72% -5% 0% 0% 32 20 66

4 I know what is expected of me on the job. 83% 82% 79% 84% 1% 2% 5% 13 13 17

5 *My workload is reasonable. 69% 76% 74% 72% 3% -4% -2% 10 35 75

6 *My talents are used well in the workplace. 67% 71% 72% 73% 6% 2% 1% 2 14 53

7 *I know how my work relates to the agency's goals. 90% 87% 85% 85% -5% -2% 0% 33 30 59

8

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

regulation without fear of reprisal. 66% 71% 71% 70% 4% -1% -1% 5 24 70

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

a –a 72% 76% –a –a 4% –a –a 29

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

a –a 80% 77% –a –a

-3% –

a –a 79

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

a –a 90% 89% –a –a

-1% –

a –a 71

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

a –a 82% 85% –a –a 3% –a –a 35

15 *The people I work with cooperate to get the job done. 86% 90% 90% 88% 2% -2% -2% 11 26 73
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17

*In my work unit, differences in performance are 

recognized in a meaningful way. 57% 68% 55% 57% 0% -11% 2% 16 39 49

18 Employees in my work unit share job knowledge. –

a –a 82% 87% –a –a 5% –a –a 20

19

*My work unit has the job-relevant knowledge and skills 

necessary to accomplish organizational goals. 85% 89% 82% 83% -2% -6% 1% 22 37 50

20

Employees in my work unit meet the needs of our 

customers. 99% 92% 92% 96% -3% 4% 4% 24 8 27

21

Employees in my work unit contribute positively to my 

agency's performance. 100% 93% 92% 95% -5% 2% 3% 34 16 34

22 Employees in my work unit produce high-quality work. 97% 91% 88% 91% -6% 0% 3% 36 21 33

23 Employees in my work unit adapt to changing priorities. 97% 86% 85% 90% -7% 4% 5% 37 7 23

24

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

have the right skills to do their jobs. –

a –a 74% 74% –a –a 0% –a –a 64

25 I can influence decisions in my work unit. –

a –a 77% 82% –a –a 5% –a –a 24

26 I know what my work unit's goals are. –

a –a 86% 85% –a –a

-1% –

a –a 72

27

My work unit commits resources to develop new ideas 

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

a –a 69% 74% –a –a 5% –a –a 18

28

My work unit successfully manages disruptions to our 

work. –

a –a 78% 81% –a –a 3% –a –a 30

29

Employees in my work unit consistently look for new 

ways to improve how they do their work. –

a –a 74% 82% –a –a 8% –a –a 6

30

Employees in my work unit incorporate new ideas into 

their work. –

a –a 75% 82% –a –a 7% –a –a 11

31

Employees in my work unit approach change as an 

opportunity. –

a –a 65% 76% –a –a 11% –a –a 4

32

Employees in my work unit consider customer needs a 

top priority. –

a –a 86% 91% –a –a 5% –a –a 19
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33

Employees in my work unit consistently look for ways to 

improve customer service. –

a –a 75% 82% –a –a 7% –a –a 7

34

Employees in my work unit support my need to balance 

my work and personal responsibilities. –

a –a 85% 87% –a –a 2% –a –a 42

35

Employees are recognized for providing high quality 

products and services. 72% 72% 66% 73% 1% 1% 7% 14 18 9

36

Employees are protected from health and safety hazards 

on the job. 92% 66% 67% 88% -4% 22% 21% 29 1 1

37

My organization is successful at accomplishing its 

mission. 88% 84% 74% 76% -12% -8% 2% 39 38 37

38

I have a good understanding of my organization's 

priorities. –

a –a 76% 80% –a –a 4% –a –a 28

42

My organization effectively adapts to changing 

government priorities. –

a –a 65% 65% –a –a 0% –a –a 58

43

My organization has prepared me for potential physical 

security threats. –

a –a 63% 81% –a –a 18% –a –a 2

44

My organization has prepared me for potential 

cybersecurity threats. –

a –a 85% 91% –a –a 6% –a –a 15

45

In my organization, arbitrary action, personal favoritism 

and/or political coercion are not tolerated. –

a –a 53% 55% –a –a 2% –a –a 36

46 *I recommend my organization as a good place to work. 70% 65% 68% 68% -2% 3% 0% 21 10 57

47

*I believe the results of this survey will be used to make 

my agency a better place to work. 53% 51% 52% 53% 0% 2% 1% 15 12 52

48

Supervisors in my work unit support employee 

development. 88% 92% 91% 88% 0% -4% -3% 17 34 80

49

My supervisor supports my need to balance work and 

other life issues. 90% 96% 93% 94% 4% -2% 1% 6 29 56

50 My supervisor listens to what I have to say. 87% 93% 92% 90% 3% -3% -2% 9 32 77

51 My supervisor treats me with respect. 88% 95% 94% 91% 3% -4% -3% 8 33 81
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52 I have trust and confidence in my supervisor. 79% 88% 84% 86% 7% -2% 2% 1 27 43

53

My supervisor holds me accountable for achieving 

results. –

a –a 93% 93% –a –a 0% –a –a 61

54

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

immediate supervisor? 82% 90% 86% 88% 6% -2% 2% 3 28 47

55

My supervisor provides me with constructive suggestions 

to improve my job performance. –

a –a 79% 86% –a –a 7% –a –a 10

56

My supervisor provides me with performance feedback 

throughout the year. –

a –a 84% 86% –a –a 2% –a –a 40

57

In my organization, senior leaders generate high levels of 

motivation and commitment in the workforce. 54% 47% 52% 51% -3% 4% -1% 23 5 69

58

My organization's senior leaders maintain high standards 

of honesty and integrity. 62% 54% 58% 58% -4% 4% 0% 26 6 60

59 *Managers communicate the goals of the organization. 83% 76% 74% 79% -4% 3% 5% 31 11 22

60

Managers promote communication among different 

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

resources). 73% 70% 63% 69% -4% -1% 6% 28 25 14

61

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

manager directly above your immediate supervisor? 78% 74% 73% 75% -3% 1% 2% 25 19 41

62

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

leaders. 61% 58% 59% 63% 2% 5% 4% 12 3 26

63

Senior leaders demonstrate support for Work-Life 

programs. 79% 54% 66% 68% -11% 14% 2% 38 2 46

64 Management encourages innovation. –

a –a 55% 62% –a –a 7% –a –a 12

65

Management makes effective changes to address 

challenges facing our organization. –

a –a 53% 64% –a –a 11% –a –a 3

66

Management involves employees in decisions that affect 

their work. –

a –a 45% 50% –a –a 5% –a –a 21

67

*How satisfied are you with your involvement in 

decisions that affect your work? 67% 61% 54% 61% -6% 0% 7% 35 23 8
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68

*How satisfied are you with the information you receive 

from management on what's going on in your 

organization? 69% 63% 54% 65% -4% 2% 11% 30 15 5

69

*How satisfied are you with the recognition you receive 

for doing a good job? 65% 69% 62% 64% -1% -5% 2% 19 36 48

70

*Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your 

job? 75% 70% 74% 74% -1% 4% 0% 20 9 63

71

Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your 

pay? 71% 70% 71% 70% -1% 0% -1% 18 22 67

72

*Considering everything, how satisfied are you with your 

organization? 73% 64% 67% 69% -4% 5% 2% 27 4 38

73

My organization's management practices promote 

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

opportunities). –

a –a 69% 75% –a –a 6% –a –a 16

74

My supervisor demonstrates a commitment to workforce 

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

development). –

a –a 78% 81% –a –a 3% –a –a 32

75

I have similar access to advancement opportunities (e.g., 

promotion, career development, training) as others in my 

work unit. –

a –a 70% 71% –a –a 1% –a –a 51

76

My supervisor provides opportunities fairly to all 

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

assignments). –

a –a 81% 77% –a –a

-4% –

a –a 83

77

In my work unit, excellent work is similarly recognized for 

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

a –a 69% 67% –a –a

-2% –

a –a 74

78 Employees in my work unit make me feel I belong. –

a –a 86% 82% –a –a

-4% –

a –a 82

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

a –a 81% 83% –a –a 2% –a –a 44

80

I am comfortable expressing opinions that are different 

from other employees in my work unit. –

a –a 81% 83% –a –a 2% –a –a 45

81 In my work unit, people's differences are respected. –

a –a 84% 83% –a –a

-1% –

a –a 68

82 I can be successful in my organization being myself. –

a –a 78% 79% –a –a 1% –a –a 54

83

I can easily make a request of my organization to meet 

my accessibility needs. –

a –a 78% 82% –a –a 4% –a –a 25
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84

My organization responds to my accessibility needs in a 

timely manner. –

a –a 72% 78% –a –a 6% –a –a 13

85 My organization meets my accessibility needs. –

a –a 80% 81% –a –a 1% –a –a 55

86 My job inspires me. –

a –a 59% 59% –a –a 0% –a –a 62

87 The work I do gives me a sense of accomplishment. –

a –a 71% 71% –a –a 0% –a –a 65

88 I feel a strong personal attachment to my organization. –

a –a 65% 60% –a –a

-5% –

a –a 84

89 I identify with the mission of my organization. –

a –a 87% 84% –a –a

-3% –

a –a 78

90

It is important to me that my work contribute to the 

common good. –

a –a 89% 92% –a –a 3% –a –a 31

* AES prescribed items as of 2017 (5 CFR Part 250, Subpart C)

Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's 

population.

Only items 1-12, 15, 17-38, 42-90 that carried over from the 

2022 OPM FEVS are included on this tab.

A "–

a

" indicates that there are no trending results available for 

the year.

For confidentiality purposes, a "–

c

" indicates that there are 

fewer than 4 responses to Questions 83, 84, or 85 and results 

are therefore suppressed.

The "Sort for Largest Differences" columns are based on the 

rounded differences shown in the Difference columns, then 

sorted by differences based on unrounded percentages (not 

shown), and then by item order.

Source: Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board AES 

Report, 2023 OPM Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey
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Performance Dimension: Goal Oriented: Accountability

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

Response Option

2023

N

2023

%

2022

N

2022

%

Remain in the work unit and improve their performance over time 30 17.0% 15 10.4%

Remain in the work unit and continue to underperform 49 27.4% 48 29.4%

Leave the work unit - removed or transferred 7 4.3% 12 8.4%

Leave the work unit - quit 6 3.5% 8 5.8%

There are no poor performers in my work unit 57 32.2% 61 38.0%

Do Not Know 41 22.9% 36 21.8%

Total (percents will add to more than 100% because respondents could choose more 

than one response option) 175 N/A 161 N/A

Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population.

A "–

a

" indicates that there are no trending results available for the year.

Source: Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board AES Report, 2023 OPM Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey
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Telework/Remote Work

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

Response Option

2023

N

2023

%

2022

N

2022

%

2021

N

2021

%

I telework every work day (i.e., remote work agreement) 8 4.6% N/A N/A 84 49.3%

I have an approved remote work agreement (I am not 

expected to perform work at an agency worksite) N/A N/A 6 3.7% N/A N/A

I telework 3 or 4 days per week 129 73.6% N/A N/A 7 3.4%

I telework 3 or more days per week N/A N/A 117 75.6% N/A N/A

I telework 1 or 2 days per week 32 20.0% 27 17.6% 72 42.7%

I telework, but only about 1 or 2 days per month 0 0.0% 1 0.7% 3 1.7%

I telework very infrequently, on an unscheduled or shortterm basis 1 0.4% 1 0.4% 1 0.7%

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 0.0% 1 0.6% 2 1.1%

I do not telework because of technical issues (e.g., 

connectivity, inadequate equipment) that prevent me 

from teleworking 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 0 0.0%

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 0.5% 1 0.6% 1 0.4%

I do not telework because I choose not to telework 1 0.9% 1 0.8% 1 0.6%

Total 172 100.0% 155 100.0% 171 100.0%

Only those who answered “I telework every work day” in 2023 or “I have an approved remote work agreement” 

in 2022 to the previous question received Question 91a.
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91a. What is your current remote work status?

Response Option

2023

N

2023

%

2022

N

2022

%

I do not have an approved remote work agreement 1 20.5% N/A N/A

I have an approved remote work agreement and live 

outside the local commuting area (more than 50 miles 

away) 3 33.4% 3 49.6% 

I have an approved remote work agreement and live 

inside the local commuting area (less than 50 miles 

away) 3 46.1% 3 50.4% 

I do not know 0 0.0% N/A N/A

Total 7 100.0% 6 100.0%

Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population.

“–

a

” indicates that there are no trending results available for the 

year. 

“–

d

” indicates that there were no responses to this 

item. 

In 2023, the response options for Q91 and Q91a were slightly different than in previous years. 

To facilitate trending, all possible response options are shown, and an N/A is shown when the 

response option is not relevant for that given year.

Source: Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board AES Report, 2023 OPM Federal 

Employee Viewpoint Survey
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Employment Demographics

Where do you work?

Response Option %

Headquarters 96.4%

Field 1.2%

Full-time telework (e.g., home office, telecenter) 2.4%

Total 100.0%

What is your supervisory status?

Response Option %

Senior Leader 5.4%

Manager 7.2%

Supervisor 24.0%

Team Leader 4.2%

Non-Supervisor 59.3%

Total 100.0%

What is your pay category/grade?

Response Option %

Federal Wage System (for example, WB, WD, WG, WL, WM, WS, WY) 0.0%

GS 1-6 0.6%

GS 7-12 9.8%

GS 13-15 84.0%

Senior Executive Service 3.1%

Senior Level (SL) or Scientific or Professional (ST) 1.2%
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Other 1.2%

Total 100.0%

What is your US military service status?

Response Option %

No Prior Military Service 76.4%

Currently in National Guard or Reserves 0.6%

Retired 10.9%

Separated or Discharged 12.1%

Total 100.0%

Are you:

Response Option %

The spouse of a current active duty service member of the U.S. Armed Forces 0.6%

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 1.8%

The widow(er) of a service member killed while on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces 0.0%

None of the categories listed 97.6%

Total 100.0%

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?

Response Option %

Yes 0.0%

No 100.0%

Total 100.0%
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How long have you been with the Federal Government (excluding military service)?

Response Option %

Less than 1 year 0.0%

1 to 3 years 5.5%

4 to 5 years 7.3%

6 to 10 years 28.7%

11 to 14 years 24.4%

15 to 20 years 12.8%

More than 20 years 21.3%

Total 100.0%

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

Response Option %

Less than 1 year 3.0%

1 to 3 years 15.2%

4 to 5 years 15.2%

6 to 10 years 40.2%

11 to 14 years 15.2%

15 to 20 years 3.7%

More than 20 years 7.3%

Total 100.0%

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

Response Option %

No 59.6%

Yes, to retire 5.4%
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Yes, to take another job within the Federal Government 26.5%

Yes, to take another job outside the Federal Government 4.8%

Yes, other 3.6%

Total 100.0%

If the response to the previous question on your intent to leave was "No," this item was skipped.

Has your work unit's telework or remote work options influenced your intent to leave?

Response Option %

Yes 64.2%

No 35.8%

Total 100.0%

I am planning to retire:

Response Option %

Less than 1 year 1.8%

1 year 1.8%

2 years 10.2%

3 years 3.6%

4 years 4.8%

5 years 6.0%

More than 5 years 71.7%

Total 100.0%
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Personal Demographics

Are you of Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin?

Response Option %

Yes 4.4%

No 95.6%

Total 100.0%

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

Response Option %

White 44.2%

Black or African American 42.9%

All other races 13.0%

Total 100.0%

What is your age group?

Response Option %

29 years and under –

c

30-39 years old –

c

40-49 years old –

c

50-59 years old –

c

60 years or older –

c

Total –

c

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

Response Option %

Less than High School/ High School Diploma/ GED –

c
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Certification/ Some College/ Associate's Degree –

c

Bachelor's Degree –

c

Advanced Degrees (Post Bachelor's Degree) –

c

Total –

c

Are you an individual with a disability?

Response Option %

Yes 12.6%

No 87.4%

Total 100.0%

Are you:

Response Option %

Male 52.8%

Female 47.2%

Total 100.0%

Are you transgender?

Response Option %

Yes –

c

No –

c

Total –

c

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

Response Option %

Lesbian or gay 3.9%

Straight, that is not lesbian or gay 93.5%
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Bisexual –

c

I use a different term –

c

Total 100.0%

Percentages for demographic questions are unweighted.

The first two response options "Lesbian or gay" and "Straight, that is not lesbian or gay" for the sexual orientation item were re-worded and re-ordered from 

the 2022 survey.

Note: For confidentiality purposes, a "–

c

" indicates that there are either fewer than 4 responses to a single personal demographic category or fewer than 4 

responses in multiple personal demographic categories, and results are therefore suppressed.

A "–

d

" indicates that there were no responses to this item.

No suppression was applied to Employment Demographics.

Source: Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board AES Report, 2023 OPM Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey
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Telework/Remote Work

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

Response Option

2023

N

2023

%

2022

N

2022

%

2021

N

2021

%

I telework every work day (i.e., remote work agreement) 8 4.6% N/A N/A 84 49.3%

I have an approved remote work agreement (I am not 

expected to perform work at an agency worksite) N/A N/A 6 3.7% N/A N/A

I telework 3 or 4 days per week 129 73.6% N/A N/A 7 3.4%

I telework 3 or more days per week N/A N/A 117 75.6% N/A N/A

I telework 1 or 2 days per week 32 20.0% 27 17.6% 72 42.7%

I telework, but only about 1 or 2 days per month 0 0.0% 1 0.7% 3 1.7%

I telework very infrequently, on an unscheduled or shortterm basis 1 0.4% 1 0.4% 1 0.7%

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 0.0% 1 0.6% 2 1.1%

I do not telework because of technical issues (e.g., 

connectivity, inadequate equipment) that prevent me 

from teleworking 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 0 0.0%

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 0.5% 1 0.6% 1 0.4%

I do not telework because I choose not to telework 1 0.9% 1 0.8% 1 0.6%

Total 172 100.0% 155 100.0% 171 100.0%

Only those who answered “I telework every work day” in 2023 or “I have an approved remote work 

agreement” in 2022 to the previous question received Question 91a.
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91a. What is your current remote work status?

Response Option

2023

N

2023

%

2022

N

2022

%

I do not have an approved remote work agreement 1 20.5% N/A N/A

I have an approved remote work agreement and live 

outside the local commuting area (more than 50 miles 

away) 3 33.4% 3 49.6% 

I have an approved remote work agreement and live 

inside the local commuting area (less than 50 miles 

away) 3 46.1% 3 50.4% 

I do not know 0 0.0% N/A N/A

Total 7 100.0% 6 100.0%

Percentages are weighted to represent the Agency's population.

“–

a

” indicates that there are no trending results available for the 

year. 

“–

d

” indicates that there were no responses to this 

item. 

In 2023, the response options for Q91 and Q91a were slightly different than in previous years. 

To facilitate trending, all possible response options are shown and an N/A is shown when the 

response option is not relevant for that given year.

Source: Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board AES Report, 2023 OPM Federal 

Employee Viewpoint Survey