Human Resources
Is it Time to Leave Government?
Is now a good time to leave your government job? The author says the answer depends on many things.
OPM Asks FLRA for Decision on Letting Folks Quit the Union Quickly
OPM has asked FLRA to issue guidance on precedent for revoking federal employees’ union dues assignments. Interested persons can comment on the situation.
Background Investigations Are Moving From OPM To DoD – What Happens Next Will Make Or Break Them
The author says there are some important best practices that should be followed in moving background investigations too DoD.
Federal Union Strategy: Stonewall Contract Negotiations
The author says that unions have recently resorted to stonewalling collective bargaining proposals they don’t like rather than negotiating.
Extending Probationary Periods For Most Hires Is Not Needed
The author says that while extending the probationary period for federal employees is a popular proposal, it is really not needed.
FLRA/FMCS Pilot Program to Speed Up Labor Negotiations
An agreement between FLRA and FMCS is an attempt to speed up federal labor negotiations by focusing on negotiability appeals.
Bill Resurfaces to Expedite Process of Firing Federal Employees
Legislation has been reintroduced that would facilitate the process of firing underperforming federal employees.
Violating the Hatch Act Can Still Get You Fired
Despite some cases involving high profile political appointees who were not disciplined, violating the Hatch Act can still get federal employees fired.
Conflict of Interest and Statutory Violation at Merit Systems Protection Board?
The author describes a potential conflict of interest between two labor unions.
How Common Are Prohibited Personnel Practices?
Data from the MSPB provide an idea of the frequency of prohibited personnel practices.
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