How Are Locality Pay Rates Computed?
How are the locality pay calculations done? The increase in my 2018 salary with locality pay factored in seems to be lower than what I was expecting.
Wayne Coleman
How Much of a Pay Raise Will FWS Employees Receive in 2018?
How much of a pay raise can Federal Wage System employees expect in 2018? The author provides the details.
A Refresher on Holiday Pay
With the holiday season approaching, some federal employees may be wondering how this can affect their paychecks. Here is a quick refresher.
What Are My Rights With Respect to Uncompensated Overtime?
My supervisor frequently has me work more than 80 hours in a pay period. What laws govern this and what rights do I have to hold the agency accountable for compensation?
New Administrative Leave Categories Established By Congress
Congress recently established three new types of administrative leave. The author explains how they work and to whom they apply.
Premium Pay and Pay Limits for Some Federal Employees
Two recent guidance documents from OPM highlight provisions affecting the pay for certain federal employees. The author explains what this means for the impacted employees.
Some Thoughts For the New President and Congress Regarding Federal Employment
The author says that there are better ways to enact changes to the federal civil service laws than vilifying federal employees.
How Much of a Pay Raise Will FWS Employees Get in 2017?
The author discusses the process for providing pay increases to federal employees under the Federal Wage System (FWS) for 2017.
What is the Correct Pay When There is an Unscheduled Shift Change?
What is the correct pay when there is an unscheduled shift change for a General Schedule employee?
The FLSA Regulations for Federal Employees Are Changing
A proposed rule is being issued in the Federal Register to make another significant change to the FLSA regulations that apply to Federal employees and employers.