Purpose

a. NASA's Telework Program is designed to provide employees and managers with flexible work arrangements by which employees perform their assigned duties at home or other approved worksite and not at their regular place of employment. Such arrangements can benefit both managers and employees in the following ways: enhance the recruitment and retention of a high-quality diverse workforce; assist in providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including employees who have temporary or continuing health conditions; provide for the continuity of operations (COOP) during national or regional emergencies; reduce transportation-related stress and costs; improve morale by allowing employees to balance work and family demands; and encourage the highest employee productivity toward the accomplishment of the Agency's mission.

b. This NPR establishes the procedures and responsibilities for conducting the Telework Program in accordance with applicable law and regulations. It provides Agency direction, which should be used in conjunction with the referenced statutory and regulatory requirements. Center Human Resources Offices should be consulted for further information and guidance.

Applicability

a. This NPR is applicable to NASA Headquarters and NASA Centers, including NASA's Component Facilities and Technical and Service Support Centers.

b. Any reference to Center Director(s) includes the Executive Director, Headquarters Operations and the Executive Director of the NASA Shared Services Center.

c. The Office of the Inspector General has statutory independence and may create a separate Telework Program that more effectively meets its mission requirements.