CADR Overview

CADR OFFICE ESTABLISHED

The Office of Collaborative Action and Dispute Resolution (CADR) was established by Secretarial Order, dated October 28, 2001, to report to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Performance, Accountability and Human Resources in the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget. The Department's Dispute Resolution Specialist is the Director of the office. 

VISION

DOI Bureaus and Offices work collaboratively to prevent, manage, and resolve conflict, promoting trust and sustainable decisions.

MISSION

CADR leads the Department's conflict management and dispute resolution programs with integrity and expertise to support all DOI Bureaus and Offices. We work collaboratively with DOI employees and external stakeholders to: establish and implement Department-wide conflict management and collaboration policies and procedures; provide education, coaching and training; ensure timely access to expert impartial assistance through mediators and facilitators; and track and evaluate results for continuous improvements.

CADR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

To realize our vision and mission, we adhere to the following principles:

1. Commitment to provide proactive, innovative, adaptive leadership seeking continuous improvement.
2. Commitment to model collaborative, consensual approach to planning, problem-solving and decision-making.
3. Commitment to promote effective coordination with clear, open, honest communication.
4. Commitment to build trust and strong working relationships with employees and organizations throughout the Department and with external parties.
5. Commitment to strive for excellence and to add value by our participation.
6. Commitment to create awareness and understanding of our mission.
7. An effective conflict management system is a shared responsibility and informed and engaged individuals are its foundation.