scope:

The CDP is part of the Command's overall career-development strategy. The target group for this program consists primarily of individuals who exhibits technical and professional excellence, have demonstrated dedication, and who aspire to challenging leadership positions in NAVSEA Headquarters, affiliated Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and Field Activities.

An effective career-development program for NAVSEA professionals is one means of developing and maintaining the highest level of professional competence and performance throughout the Command. By developing those individuals who have demonstrated a high potential for success as leaders, NAVSEA will be assured of a continuous source of the highest caliber of candidates to fill the Command's key leadership positions. The program length is 28 months. Participants who are not Level III certified in the Program Management acquisition career field will be incouraged to complete this certification during the 28-month period.

The goal of the CDP is to improve Command mission success by increasing the effectiveness of a select group of  NAVSEA professionals who will ultimately feed into key leadership positions throughout NAVSEA. This goal will be realized by meeting the following program objectives:

(1) Forecast and capture the Command's future talent requirements.

(2) Motivate good people to apply.

(3) Select candidates with the highest potential for becoming future leaders.

(4) Implement a balanced development program of demonstrated professionalism, formal development, and specialized learning opportunities.

(5) Create a cadre of high-performing employees who are better equipped both to compete for leadership positions and to fill critical vacancies on an interim basis.

Purpose.

To describe the Commander's Development Program (CDP) and to define the processes and responsibilities associated with it.