We're glad to have you on our team
Welcome Address from the Director, Tommy Wells
You've joined a dedicated and diverse community of more than 400 staff members, including engineers, biologists, toxicologists, environmental specialists, and policy analysts.
We've put this website together to share information about the agency that will help you get settled into your new position. If you have any feedback, please feel free to reach out via the Contact info at the bottom of the page.
To get started, click the "First Day" link at the top of the page to read about what to do and expect when you first arrive.
Get to Know DOEE
The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is the leading authority on energy and environmental issues affecting the District of Columbia. Using a combination of regulations, outreach, education, and incentives, our agency administers programs and services to fulfill our mission. We work collaboratively with other government agencies, residents, businesses, and institutions to promote environmentally responsible behavior that will lead to a more sustainable urban environment.
- DOEE's mission and vision: What we do and why we do it
- Agency structure: Org charts and an overview of the administrations
DOEE Orientation
When you first arrive at DOEE, HR will conduct a short orientation.
- Presentation: New Hire HR Orientation (.pdf)
- Review the employee leave policies, including holidays.
- Familiarize yourself with PeopleSoft Employee Self Service (ESS) after the tutorial with HR, and check your personal information.
- Verify and/or update your contact and emergency contact information
- Watch the video tutorial
- Visit the Support Site if you have additional questions.
- After your orientation, you'll be introduced to your manager who will provide you with information specific to your program and position.
COVID-19: Operating Status Adjustments
The District of Columbia Government began modifying its operations starting Monday, March 16, in order to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Along with the rest of District government, our agency remains open. We have been directed to telework. This means all staff must work remotely, except in limited cases where essential staff must report to work at the discretion of the Director. This modified schedule is now in effect through May 15, 2020.
Information Technology
When you arrive, your workstation should be set up and ready to go. Your manager will provide you with your login information. If this is not the case, please contact your manager or IT. After you've logged in, complete the following tasks:
- Voicemail and Email Signature Setup (.pdf): Follow the instructions in the linked document.
- Email signature update related to COVID-19 Operating Status
- Phone User Guide
- QuickBase: Log in using your full dc.gov email address and the same password you use to log into your workstation.
- Personal Profile: Update your profile with your personal information and emergency contacts.
- ID Badge: Submit a request for access to DOEE floors, stairs, and elevators.
DOEE Buddy
The DOEE Buddy Program is currently on hold.
Your manager will introduce you to your DOEE Buddy (.pdf), another employee who will help you get settled in and set up for success. They can help you with the following:
- Find your workspace, bathrooms, kitchens, copy rooms, storage areas, and meeting rooms;
- Meet colleagues in your program and other key staff in Support Services and IT;
- Obtain basic office supplies and storage keys (if applicable);
- Find information about tools and technology used in your program; and
- Locate resources for operations, procedures, or policies.
Questions about benefits, professional development, payroll, or similar issues should be directed to HR.
Feedback
At the end of your first day, please take a few moments to complete the following survey so we can continue to improve the orientation and onboarding process for new employees:
DOEE also has a Virtual Suggestion Box where you can submit anonymous comments directly to the Office of the Director.Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
DOEE HQ & NoMa
Click on the links below to help you get around DOEE HQ and the surrounding area:
- NoMa Map: Check out nearby restaurants, Metro stations, and other amenities
- DOEE Floor Maps (.pdf): Find your way around DOEE HQ
- Composting and Recycling Tips (.pdf): Help DOEE meet its goal of diverting 80% of waste away from landfills
- Composting and Recycling Tips: Help DOEE meet its goal of diverting 80% of waste away from landfills
- Shower Use Policy (.pdf): Guidance regarding use of DOEE shower facilities
- Conference Rooms (.pdf): Learn how to reserve meeting space via Outlook
- Lactation/Wellness Room Policy (.pdf): Also reserved via Outlook
- Facilities Requests: Report building issues (temperature, maintenance, etc.)
Paperwork & Requests
- Benefits Enrollment (.pdf): Visit the DC Department of Human Resources (DCHR) website for detailed information about available benefits.
- Agency Transportation Options: If transportation is required for the performance of job duties, employees have several options including DOEE vehicles, electric and non-electric bikes, segways, DC Fleet Share vehicles, WMATA trains and buses, taxi, personal vehicle, or ZipCar
- DOEE or Fleet Share Vehicles:
- Bikes and Segways (.pdf): Operator and Reservations Process
Tools and Technology
Start.dc.gov: This one link connects you to many District government web services, including web email, PASS, and PeopleSoft.
Your manager or fellow staff will introduce you to the tools and technology used in your program. This may include any of the following:
- Network drives (.pdf)
- Program-specific applications or databases
- Location and names of printers and scanners
IT Work Requests: If you are unable to access to any of the items mentioned above, or if you encounter any other IT issues, please submit an IT Work Request Form
Payroll and Finance
The finance department at DOEE oversees and supervises agency financial and budgetary functions. The finance department falls under the Office of the Chief Financial Officer.
- Payroll Processing (.pdf): Read a brief overview of payroll processing
- Finance Overview (.pdf): Learn more about payroll and other finance resources
- Finance Shared Drive (.pdf): Connect to the finance drive to access important resources
- Finance Contacts (.pdf): Direct your finance questions to the right person
- Financial Links: Find more finance information on the DOEE intranet
- Financial Links: Find more finance information on the DOEE intranet
District Government-issued Property
Work with your manager or fellow staff to make sure you have everything you need to perform your duties, such as:
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Performance Management Program
The performance planning phase is a formalized process for identifying and communicating the organizational, agency, and individual goals expected of the employee. The Performance Plan consists of performance expectations (i.e. Competencies and S.M.A.R.T Goals) and an Individual Development Plan.
Within your first 30 days, meet with your manager to develop and enter performance expectations and objectives into PeopleSoft ESS. You may find it helpful to take notes during your first month as you begin to understand your roles and responsibilities.
You can read more about Performance Management in Chapter 14 of the Electronic District Personnel Manual (E-DPM).
Training and Development
District employees have access to a variety of training and development opportunities through DCHR's Center for Learning and Development:
- Required Trainings (sign up through ESS):
- 003W: Ethics for DC Employees
- 606W: Language Access Webex
- KG200: Building Context for Racial Equity
- KG201: Intro to DOEE REIA
- E-Learning: Use these Quick Tips for Skillport to access free online trainings
- 004W: LGBT Cultural Competency
- OCTO Cybersecurity Training (.pdf)
- Managers Only: Contact HR regarding the Management Supervisory Service (MSS) Suite education series.
- Required Training:
Communications and Outreach
Please review the following guidance on DOEE Communications Standards:
- Style Guide (.pdf): Guidelines for creating consistent, professional documents
- Communications Approval Procedures: How and when to submit approval requests for interviews, documents, materials, social media, and graphic design
- Social Media Protocol (.pdf): Guidelines and procedures regarding DOEE social media accounts and protocol regarding personal accounts
- Logos and Templates
Travel and External Training
All external trainings (including webinars) and travel must go through the appropriate approval processes, outlined below:
- Webinars and Local Events: There is a simplified, online approval process for webinars and qualifying local events
- Other Travel Requests: All other travel requests must be submitted as a packet (details at the link)
Employee Benefits
You can find a full listing of benefits for District employees on the DCHR website, but here are a few that employee's commonly ask about:
- Commuter Benefits, including Capital Bikeshare membership discount, flex spending accounts for transit/parking, and $25 in SmartBenefits for certain union employees
- Telecommuting: Eligible, participating employees may work at alternative worksites on a regularly scheduled basis or during an emergency based on agency needs
- Inova Employee Assistance Program (EAP): A 24/7 hotline and website to provide employees with easy, confidential access to professionals and resources
Policies & Procedures
As you have time, review the following DOEE/District policies and procedures:
Learn About DOEE and Your Colleagues
Keep an eye out for the following calendar invites for more opportunities to get to know more about DOEE and your colleagues:
- Brownbag Lunches: Learn what your DOEE colleagues are working on, or, for Storytime series, learn about a staff member's personal story, family history, hobby, or talent (archived presentations at the link).
- HR Lunch & Learn: HR hosts sessions on everything from benefits to healthy cooking demonstrations (archived presentations at the link).
- New Hire Meeting with the Director: Within your first few months, you'll receive an invitation to attend a meeting with the Director and other new hires.
Customer Care Standards
Learn more about the serving our internal and external customers:
- Customer Care Standards (.pdf)
- Language Line Quick Reference Guide (.pdf): For limited and non-English speaking customers
- Frequently Requested Programs (.pdf): Alphabetical listing of frequently requested programs and appropriate contacts
- Call Triage for Environmental Incidents (.pdf): Response timeframes and contacts for environmental incidents
