Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey

A federal employee (representing an unnamed agency) opposes the decentralization of the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS), arguing that it creates an undue administrative burden and lacks the necessary technical expertise at the agency level. The commenter also criticizes the removal of satisfaction-related items and suggests adding a "do not know" option to specific survey questions.

The commenter supports the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS) as a valuable tool for improving agency services and morale. They suggest improving the survey's accuracy and reducing respondent burden through the use of AI, analytical tools like NVIVO, and electronic submissions.

The commenter opposes the removal of specific questions from the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS), arguing that these questions are legally required and useful for assessing employee satisfaction. They also criticize OPM's move to reduce its coordination role, suggesting that the proposed changes undermine the survey's utility and the agency's mission to promote a trusted, merit-based workforce.

The commenter, identifying as a government employee, opposes the removal of survey questions regarding employee engagement and satisfaction from the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS). They argue that these questions are essential for understanding morale and retention issues caused by recent executive orders and for identifying poor working conditions.