The Installations Career Field made significant strides in FY24 to acquire top talent, contributing to the overarching goals of The Army People Strategy (APS) and the Civilian Implementation Plan. 

Link: Installations Career Field (Public) - Home

The DAP allows employees the opportunity to see how things operate across the IMCOM enterprise such as the garrisons, IMCOM Directorates (ID), and HQ. Employees will become familiar with how different echelons function in accordance with the IMCOM mission. Developmental assignments offer multi-functional projects that broadens employee experience, prepare participants for increased responsibilities, and improve organizational effectiveness. 

Link: IMCOM Developmental Assignment Program

The Civilian Education System (CES) is a progressive and sequential leader development program that provides enhanced educational opportunities for Army Civilians throughout their careers. Army Civilians will become multi-skilled, agile leaders of the 21st Century who personify the Warrior Ethos in all aspects, from warfighting support, to statesmanship, to enterprise management.

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 CES Highlights:

-Student-Centered: Focuses on the transfer of knowledge using the Army's Lifelong Learning Philosophy, with the emphasis on leader development.

-Problem-Based: Provides students with real-world issues and problems they will encounter as direct or indirect leaders.

-Experiential: Allows students to practice new skills in an environment that minimizes risk, encourages participation, and offers immediate feedback.

-Inquiry-Based Learning: Focuses on questioning, critical thinking, and problem solving.

CES provides multiple levels of Civilian development to include:

-Foundation Course (All grades hired after September 30, 2006)

-Basic Course (Grades GS 01-09)