New Hire - Step 3

Message From the Director

On behalf of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), it is my pleasure to welcome you to the agency and to the Pacific Islands - West!

The Geography of Hope is a booklet that you will find in your new employee package. The Geography of Hope will provide a strong foundation for understanding NRCS's role in supporting conservation. The fundamental mission of NRCS remains to help people serve as stewards of the land and natural resources. NRCS staff throughout the nation are a committed, highly skilled and diverse workforce that provides quality service to all who need and use the land.

Your supervisor will explain your responsibilities, rights and privileges. Permanent employees, assisted by their supervisors, will develop a training plan based on job description, personal needs, and performance standards. As you progress in your training, the plan will be revised to continue your professional development.

As a federal employee, you represent the United States Government and shall be held to a very high standard of conduct and ethics. Our Agency prides itself on providing our customers with the highest quality of science based conservation technical assistance. Technical and administrative staff alike, we all must meet these high standards of performance and conduct. Mutual understanding, cooperation, consideration, and courtesy between you and your associates, your supervisor, our conservation partners, and the people we serve should be the guiding principles during your employment with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. You should not hesitate to fully discuss your interests and concerns with your supervisor.

Again, we welcome you to the Natural Resources Conservation Service and wish you every success and happiness in your work.

Sincerely,
Lawrence T. (Larry) Yamamoto
Director, Pacific Islands - West
 

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