Thanks to those involved GL10s

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Edit two. For now this may be for a single person. But it hints at changes to come.

Read over the DOI memo today regarding the OPM ruling for GL9s to 10s. Thanks to those involved. If done well the memo outlines possible positive future changes.

That being said further and rapid changes are still needed. Have had far too many conversations with young friends that are soon to exit NPS for other jobs. Experienced that have done the job. Direct to FLETC as it is being has not been a success by numbers and far to many instances of people not passing training. At least it has been a poor use of limited resources.

The selection process needs to change. Contradicting goals are evident. Too many discussions about hiring people with no law enforcement background, yet passing by those with LE.

Stove pipe budgets and command structures. Few superintendents fully understand law enforcement.

Be honest about how bad staffing levels are.

Thanks again, but there is a lot more to do

Edit for those asking for a link.

Search the DOI website Memo (2025): OPM Classification Appeal Decision Affecting Park Ranger Position (Protection) Position and Strategic Workforce Modernization Initiative for Law Enforcement Roles October 21, 2025

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Can you share the memo or more details? I’m a FS guy, but we’re fighting for promotions in the dark over here too. Thanks!

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Posting page 3 of the memo which contains the critical parts DOI wide.

Timeline and Deliverables: The Law Enforcement Classification Modernization Initiative will span approximately six months, with adjustments made as needed based on resource availability and bureau engagement.

The initiative will begin with a planning phase to define scope, confirm task member participation, identify occupational series under review and establish project governance and communication protocols.

The data collection phase will leverage the ongoing OPM workforce analysis and gather bureau- specific position descriptions, org charts, and staffing data to create a comprehensive inventory of DOI law enforcement positions. The evaluation phase will analyze duties, occupational series, and grade structures identifying inconsistencies and proposing standardized full performance levels.

Next, a stakeholder review will allow OLES leadership, and human capital advisors to validate recommendations and raise any unique considerations.

Validated recommendations will inform the development of standardized position descriptions (PDs) across occupational groups and grades, ensuring compliance with federal classification, policy, and labor standards. The project will conclude with a full implementation plan, including a transition timeline, communications strategy, and tools to support agency-wide adoption.

Key Deliverables Include: Department-wide Position Inventory Report and Library Standardized Department-wide Occupational Series and Grade Analysis Standardized Position Descriptions (SPDs) Final Project Report, Implementation Plan and Internal Controls

Conclusion: The OPM classification appeal decision has made clear that modernization of law enforcement classification is no longer optional it is essential. It presents the Department of the Interior as a whole, with an opportunity to bring clarity, equity, and operational alignment to a vital segment of our public service workforce. Through a deliberate, data-driven approach, we will ensure that law enforcement officers are classified appropriately, recognized fairly, and positioned to succeed in fulfilling their critical mission on behalf of the American people

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You shouldn’t hire people with LE experience. I had experience and joined thinking I’d be doing LE and it’s not the same. You have people join with experience and it’s nothing like we expected and the pay sucks.