NOAA Diving Program Strategic Plan 2008 - 2013Core Products and Services: * To establish standards and implement procedures for conducting safe diving operations. * To train and certify scientists, engineers, and technicians in diving and medical-related subjects. * To provide safe, state-of-the-art, and well maintained dive equipment. * To provide guidance and expertise to the diving community. * To investigate and implement new diving technologies and techniques. * To foster cooperative working relationships with other diving programs. * To promote NOAA and the NOAA Diving Program through educational outreach. * To provide equipment, personnel and expertise to NOAA field operations, as needed. * To promote, facilitate, and implement coordination and communication between private sector and government diving entities.NOAA Diving ProgramNOAADP_ae4feb9e-d202-11e7-9232-31257a068471DOCNOAA Line OfficesNMFS, OAR, NOS, NWSNMFSOARNOSNWSFederal Government AgenciesState Government AgenciesLocal Government Agencies General PublicOMAOThe vision of the NOAA Diving Program is to set the standard for the latest in diving technology, instruction, safety and innovation. _ae4fec84-d202-11e7-9232-31257a068471The NOAA Diving Program trains, certifies, and equips scientists, engineers and technicians to perform a variety of underwater tasks in support of NOAA’s mission and ensures that all diving operations are conducted safely, efficiently and economically. _ae4fed1a-d202-11e7-9232-31257a068471Customer ResponsivenessEnhance the Diving Program’s abilities to anticipate and be responsive to customer current and evolving needs and ensure program safety. _ae4fee28-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.0Needs & RequirementsIncrease ongoing understanding of customer needs and requirements._ae4feebe-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.1SurveyConduct survey_ae4fef40-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.1.1Strategic PlanningStrategic planning via annual Safety Board meeting _ae4fefcc-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.1.2 Remote & Non-Traditional Dive OperationsExpand support for remote and non-traditional dive operations to increase safety._ae4ff058-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.2Staffing, Technology & EquipmentProvide staffing, technology and equipment, as needed. _ae4ff0e4-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.2.1 New Technologies & StaffLeverage new technologies and staff to most effectively support missions._ae4ff170-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.2.2Products & ServicesExpand product and service suite to include:_ae4ff1fc-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.3 FlexibilityFlexible training (e.g., off-site, contract supplied)_ae4ff288-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.3.1 New TechnologiesTraining for new technologies_ae4ff328-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.3.2 AuthorizationsExpedited advanced technology authorizations_ae4ff3b4-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.3.3 Field OperationsIncreased field operations support_ae4ff454-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.3.4 Testing & EvaluationsIncrease test and evaluation activities _ae4ff4fe-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.3.5Regional Diving Operations & InfrastructureIncrease Diving Program assistance in providing expertise in the development of regional diving operations and infrastructure efforts. _ae4ff594-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.4 StaffingExplore and implement creative staffing mechanisms to meet changing demands and surge periods emphasizing safety._ae4ff62a-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.5Reciprocity Agreements_ae4ff6f2-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.5.1 Private Sector_ae4ff788-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.5.2 Private SectorAcademia_ae4ff81e-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.5.3 AcademiaOther Other government agencies_ae4ff8c8-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.5.4 Other government agenciesRetired Program Staff_ae4ff95e-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.5.5 Volunteers_ae4ff9fe-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.6.6 VolunteersInformationEnhance information access to customers and partners._ae4ffaa8-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.6 Web Site_ae4ffb48-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.6.1 Annual Report_ae4ffbe8-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.6.2Customer Visits_ae4ffc92-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.6.3 Conferences, Workshops, Symposia & Seminars_ae4ffd3c-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.6.4 NOAA Dive Manual_ae4ffde6-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.6.5 Computer-Based Training Programs_ae4ffe9a-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684711.6.6 Program Viability & Mission ImpactPosition the Diving Program for long-term viability and adequate funding to meet customer mission critical demands while promoting safety. _ae4fff44-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.0 BudgetExplore opportunities to achieve continued budget growth to maintain and enhance safety. _ae4fffee-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.1Understanding & AdvocacyBuild Program understanding and advocacy for Diving Program funding throughout NOAA._ae5000a2-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.2 Outreach & EducationTargeted Outreach/Education_ae50014c-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.2.1Competitive AnalysesCompetitive analyses of NOAA Diving Program versus alternatives_ae500200-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.2.2 RepresentationDiving Program representation in NOAA Headquarters _ae5002be-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.2.3 NOAA Headquarters VisibilityIncrease NOAA Diving Program visibility at NOAA Headquarters._ae500368-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.3(e.g., Ocean Exploration/NURP; National Marine Sanctuaries; Coral Reef conservation programs; Essential Fish Habitat; Climate change initiatives, etc.) Alternative FundingExplore alternative funding options to support NOAA Dive Center initiatives._ae50041c-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.4Other Agencies_ae5004e4-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.4.1 Private Industry_ae500598-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.4.2 Private IndustryFoundations _ae5006f6-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684712.4.3 Foundations Program EfficienciesIncrease overall efficiencies and eliminate impediments to a seamless and responsive Diving Program._ae5007be-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684713.0 Regulations & ProcessesStreamline regulations and administrative processes._ae50087c-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684713.1(e.g., Physicals; adoption of new equipment and techniques; Diver certification, etc.)Federal RegulationsDevelop and implement federal regulations for NOAA Diving. _ae50093a-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684713.2 Organization & Supporting InfrastructureStrengthen the Diving Program’s overall capacities and capabilities to meet current shortfalls and future demands._ae500a34-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684714.0TechnologyProcure new technology systems to support field operations._ae500afc-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684714.1 WorkforceExpand workforce capabilities to support new products, services and development activities._ae500bc4-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684714.2 Professional DevelopmentIncrease opportunities for professional development of NOAA divers._ae500c96-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684714.3TechnologyPursue leading-edge technology to maintain a national leadership role for Diving Program._ae500d5e-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684714.4 Funding, Budget & MarketingIdentify funding gaps and develop out-year budget and marketing strategies._ae500e26-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684714.5 Knowledge & ExpertiseEnsure retention of corporate knowledge and expertise._ae500f0c-d202-11e7-9232-31257a0684714.62008-03-042013-09-302013-11-11http://www.ndc.noaa.gov/pdfs/2008-2013_Strategic_Plan_Final.pdfOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net