Human Resources
Should We Beat On OPM Again? Nope.
The author says that when the Metro system shut down in Washington, DC this week, OPM was faced with a difficult, and ultimately thankless, decision. He says the…
Human Resources
Stay informed with the latest federal human resources news, including updates on federal employee unions, labor relations, collective bargaining, workplace policies, and federal HR guidance. This category covers OPM regulations, pay, leave, and benefits administration, labor‑management disputes, union negotiations, workplace rights, and major **HR policy changes.
Human Resources
Despite Legal Threats, Membership In Federal Unions Shows Growth
Federal unions showed the largest growth rate in membership since 2008 according to recent BLS data. The author points out, however, that federal unions have been under attack…
Human Resources
Can We Hire (and Keep) the Talent for Digital Government?
The author says that while the government is making progress, it needs to address the fundamental problems that are preventing it from fully utilizing modern technology. He discusses…
Human Resources
MSPB Cites New Record in Number of Cases Handled
In its annual report, the MSPB cites record-setting case processing actions and decisions. Publicity for the quasi-judicial agency has not all been favorable though.
Human Resources
How Many Psychologists Does It Take to Change a Light Bulb?
The author says that the disciplinary process used by human resources offices in government hasn't changed over the last 35 years and that it also doesn't work.
Human Resources
The Ticking Time Bomb in the Federal Workforce
The author notes that the numbers of young federal employees are dropping while the overall federal workforce is aging.
Human Resources
Unions, Official Time and the Politically Neutral Fed Workforce
A bill to require OPM to provide yearly data to Congress on union activity by federal employees is under consideration in the House.
Human Resources
Legislation Introduced to Protect LGBT Federal Employees From Discrimination
Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) has introduced legislation to prevent Federal employees from being discriminated against because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Human Resources
Bills to Restrict Administrative Leave Advancing in Congress
The chances of new restrictions being placed on use of administrative leave by agencies is growing as bills to accomplish this have been reported out of committees in…
Human Resources
You Don’t Have to Be Crazy to Work Here (or Maybe You Do)
The author notes that turnover in agency Chief positions is high. He looks at the roles that some of these leadership positions play in fulfilling an agency's mission…