Ralph R. Smith
Ralph Smith has several decades of experience working with federal human resources issues. He has written extensively on a full range of human resources topics in books and newsletters and is a co-founder of two companies and several newsletters on federal human resources. Follow Ralph on Twitter: @RalphSmith47
Federal Retirees: Will You Receive a Full or Prorated COLA?
The 2018 COLA increase will be reflected in payments for federal retirees in January 2018. Some will receive a full COLA; others will receive a prorated COLA.
Federal Employees, Smoking Pot and Working in DC
Using marijuana in Washington, DC is legal, but federal employees are still subject to federal laws.
Concurrent Budget Resolution Proposes Benefit Cuts for Federal Employees
The concurrent budget resolution passed in the House proposes significant changes to federal employee benefits. Here is a quick summary.
Proposal to Raise Max Buyout to $40,000 for Federal Employees
A bill to increase buyouts to maximum of $40,000 has been introduced in the Senate.
DuBester Renominated for FLRA
President Trump intends to nominate former union lawyer Ernest W. DuBester to serve a third term as a Member of the Federal Labor Relations Authority.
What is the One TSP Fund Up 20% in 2017?
Which TSP fund has had the highest rate of return so far this year? The answer may surprise you.
Trump Revokes EO Creating Federal Labor Councils
Elections have consequences. President Trump has issued an Executive Order revoking federal labor-management relations councils.
80% Differential in Federal and Private Sector Compensation
A new study argues federal workers are paid 80% higher than private sector workers with respect to their total compensation package.
OPM Reminds Agencies About Emergency Leave Transfers
An emergency leave transfer program is now available for agencies with employees impacted by hurricane Irma.
Facebook Posting Leads to Postal Worker Indictment
Posting vacation photos on Facebook was instrumental in an indictment of a Postal worker collecting payments for his medical disability.
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