Jeff Neal
Jeff Neal is a senior vice president for ICF and founder of the blog, ChiefHRO.com. He has 33 years in federal service, including serving as Chief Human Capital Officer for the Department of Homeland Security and Chief Human Resources Officer for the Defense Logistics Agency. Jeff is also a Fellow and Director at the National Academy of Public Administration and a Partnership for Public Service SAGE.
Is Pay for Performance Coming?
Is pay for performance coming anytime soon to government? The author is doubtful despite saying that he thinks such a system could work if done correctly.
Another Look at the Different Worlds of Federal Workers
Life is not the same for federal employees in DC versus the rest of the country. The author analyzes some of the key differences.
Being a Fed in DC is Not The Same as the Rest of the Country
There are significant differences in being a federal employee in DC versus another part of the country, and this has an impact on pay.
When is it Too Late for a Career Change? Maybe Never
If you are midway through your federal career, is it too late for you to make a change? The author says not only is it not too late, it could be good for you.
President’s Management Agenda Addresses Key Civil Service Issues
The author says that the President’s Management Agenda is a great start to modernizing government. He highlights some of the key points.
What Happens When Political Appointees Circle the Wagons?
The author says that infighting among political appointees is not unusual, however, he says it can lead to challenges to accomplishing the mission.
Is the Administration’s Pace of Political Appointments a Problem or an Opportunity?
Is having fewer political appointees a good thing? The author looks at different viewpoints in response to the question.
Can Government Compete In The Talent Market?
The author says that in order to find the right people for jobs in government, it will take more than just reforming federal hiring and pay.
White House Proposals For Civil Service Reform: What They Missed
The White House’s 2019 budget blueprint offered many proposals for civil service reform. The author provides an analysis of which ones he says missed the mark.
White House Proposals For Civil Service Reform: What They Got Right
The White House’s 2019 budget blueprint offered many proposals for civil service reform. The author provides an analysis of which ones he says are correct.
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