Committed to diversity and growth, the Federal Government is actively involved in minority outreach efforts throughout the country. As a result of these efforts, the cultural composition of the Federal Government worforce is ever evolving. The following statistics are from a 2004 report conducted by a 3rd party organization.

The Federal Government's workforce is diverse:

• 17.6% African American
• 7.6% Hispanic
• 5.2% Asian/Pacific Islander
• 1.9% Native American

Minority employment in the Federal Government has increased by over 3% in the past decade.

Of the 14,109 senior positions within the Federal Government, minorities occupy 12.1% (1998).

In 2004, African American presence in the Federal Government was 75% greater than in the private sector.

Education levels vary as well:

• Less than 15% have a post graduate degree
• Less than 30% have a bachelor’s degree
• About 10% have an associate’s degree
• About 20% have completed some college
• About 20% have completed high school