"OPM's Initiative: Unveiling Essential AI Knowledge for Federal Employees"
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has issued a memo outlining more than 50 competencies that federal agencies should consider when hiring staff for AI-related positions. This is the first step in defining the skills and competencies needed for federal employees to work with artificial intelligence. The memo includes both general and technical competencies, such as information management, data analysis, and emotional intelligence. OPM is also developing an AI competency model and interpretive classification policy guidance to support federal agency talent acquisition efforts. The OPM's actions are in response to the 2020 AI in Government Act, which requires the identification of core skills and competencies for AI-related federal positions.