CG Visits Huntington for District Assessment

Major General Mark Quander, Commanding General and Ms. Christy Jones , Acting Programs Director of the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division visited the Huntington District to meet with the district leadership and review the District’s Assessment for 2024.

A District Assessment is a comprehensive evaluation of the district's performance. The assessment is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the district's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges, and to identify areas for improvement. It is a regular evaluation of a district's performance, typically conducted every 2-5 years, to ensure that the district is meeting our mission, goals, and objectives.

A District Assessment typically involves the evaluation of the following areas:

1. Project Management: The assessment evaluates the district's ability to manage projects, including planning, design, construction, and operation.
2. Business Processes: The assessment evaluates the district's business processes, including budgeting, contracting, and procurement.
3. Organizational Performance: The assessment evaluates the district's organizational performance, including leadership, communication, and employee development.
4. Customer Service: The assessment evaluates the district's customer service, including its relationships with stakeholders, such as local governments, agencies, and the public.
5. Safety and Security: The assessment evaluates the district's safety and security protocols, including its compliance with USACE and federal regulations.
6. Environmental Stewardship: The assessment evaluates the district's environmental stewardship, including its compliance with environmental regulations and its efforts to minimize environmental impacts.
7. Emergency Management: The assessment evaluates the district's emergency management capabilities, including its preparedness and response to natural disasters and other emergencies.

The District Assessment typically involves a combination of the following methods:

1. Self-Assessment: The district conducts a self-assessment of its performance, using a standardized framework and criteria.
2. Peer Review: A team of peers from other USACE districts or headquarters reviews the district's self-assessment and provides feedback.
3. Independent Review: An independent review team, composed of experts from outside the USACE, reviews the district's performance and provides recommendations.
4. Surveys and Interviews: Surveys and interviews are conducted with district employees, customers, and stakeholders to gather feedback and perceptions.

The results of the District Assessment are used to:

1. Identify areas for improvement and develop corrective actions.
2. Inform district strategic planning and goal-setting.
3. Enhance accountability and transparency.
4. Support continuous improvement and process improvement initiatives.
5. Inform USACE headquarters and regional office evaluations of district performance.

Overall, the District Assessment is an important tool for the USACE to ensure that its districts are performing effectively and efficiently, and that they are meeting their mission and goals.