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Agency Leadership

Agency Leadership Through Time

Leaders of this agency have influenced and guided the development of human resources management in the federal government since the passage of the Pendleton Act. This site is provided as a historical nod to those individuals who created and continue to maintain the rich history of this agency.

Former Office of Personnel Management Directors

Image of past OPM directors

  • Dale Cabaniss (September 2019-March 17, 2020)
  • Jeff T. H. Pon (March 9, 2018 - October 5, 2018)
  • Katherine Archuleta (May 23, 2013 – July 10, 2015) 
  • John Berry (April 13, 2009 – April 13, 2013)
  • Linda M. Springer (June 28, 2005 - August 13, 2008)
  • Kay Coles James (July 11, 2001 - January 31, 2005)
  • Janice R. Lachance (November 12, 1997 - January 20, 2001)
  • James B. King (April 7, 1993 - September 1, 1997)
  • Constance Berry Newman (June 8, 1989 - June 30, 1992)
  • Constance Horner (August 22, 1985 - May 10, 1989)
  • Donald J. Devine (March 23, 1981 - March 25, 1985)
  • Alan K. Campbell (January 2, 1979 - January 20, 1981)

Civil Service Commission Chairman

  • Alan K. Campbell (May 5, 1977 - January 2, 1979)
  • Robert E. Hampton (January 21, 1969 - March 1, 1979)
  • John W. Macy, Jr. (March 6, 1961 - January 20, 1969)

 

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