“Artificial intelligence” (AI), as used here, refers to a machine-based system that can make predictions, recommendations, or decisions. When used responsibly, it is a powerful technology that can improve federal government operations and service delivery.

The OPM Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) has created an inventory of OPM AI use cases that satisfies the executive order requirements and increases awareness of AI initiatives. Below, we highlight some AI use cases and provide the complete inventory.

OPM seeks to utilize AI across the agency in accordance with relevant statute and policy, to include Executive Order 14110 (AI EO) and OMB Memorandum 24-10 (OMB M 24-10). As required by the AI EO, OPM named an acting Chief AI Officer (CAIO)—its current Chief Information Officer—on December 4, 2023.

The AI in Government Act of 2020 requires OPM to issue regulations that identify key skills and competencies needed for AI professionals in an agency; and establish a new occupational series, or update and improve an existing occupational series, for AI work within an agency.

OPM Memorandum, The AI in Government Act of 2020 – Artificial Intelligence Competencies, issued on July 6, 2023, defined general and technical competencies to support agencies’ efforts to target AI skills needed to fill positions to expand AI capabilities government-wide.

Jul 7, 2023 · The Office of Personnel Management has released guidance outlining key competencies and skills that federal agencies can use when assessing, selecting and training talent for artificial...

In support of EO 14110, OPM is issuing the attached guidance for agencies on pay flexibility, incentive pay, and leave and workforce flexibility programs for AI, AI-enabling, and other key technical employees.

Apr 29, 2024 · In a statement provided to FedScoop ahead of the Monday announcement, OPM disclosed it would issue guidance on use of generative AI tools for the federal workforce; a competency model and skills-based hiring guidance for AI positions to help agencies find people with the skills needed for those roles; and an AI competency model specifically for ...

Jan 17, 2025 · Executive Order 14141 of January 14, 2025 Advancing United States Leadership in Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows: Section 1 . Purpose. Artificial intelligence (AI) is a defining technology of our era. Recent advancements in AI demonstrate its ...

Feb 20, 2024 · OPM will survey federal employees working with AI to determine the key skills and competencies needed to utilize the technology governmentwide. Emilija Manevska / Getty Images. The move marks...