Federal Workforce News
Expectations of a Furlough
In a recent survey, most of those responding expect to be furloughed, do not expect to receive pay for the days they are furloughed, and think that 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.
Federal Workforce News
Changes to Veterans’ Preference
A "sole survivorship discharge" will now enable a person to qualify for veterans' preference.
Human Resources
Coburn: Freeze Hiring for Selected Federal Jobs to Help Ease Budget Burden
Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK) is suggesting the White House freeze hiring in lower priority federal job vacancies to help ease the budget burdens the government is currently facing.
Human Resources
Passing Laws and Joints in the State of Washington
The voters in Washington state recently legalized marijuana. The author, who is a resident of Washington, discusses the new law and what it might mean for federal employees…
Human Resources
Interesting Twists in OPM’s Official Time Report
The author raises some questions about the validity of this year's official time report.
Human Resources
The Complexities of FMLA
The author says that FMLA is not an anti-discrimination law, it is an entitlement law and a very complex one. He walks through some hypothetical scenarios to help…
Federal Workforce News
OPM to Offer Domestic Violence Training Webinars
OPM Director John Berry has issued a memorandum with guidance for agencies to use as they develop their workplace domestic violence policies.
Human Resources
Federal Employee Performance Appeals Spike
Performance appeals filed by federal employees saw a 41% spike in FY 2012 according to the MSPB's latest annual report. A federal employee law firm offers some guidelines…
Human Resources
Government Pay System for the 21st Century, Part I
The author says that the General Schedule pay system has some positive attributes that have helped it last for as long as it has, but he makes recommendations…
Human Resources
Report Corruption But Pick Your Fight
The author says that there are a few concerns to keep in mind when reporting instances of corruption or wrongdoing inside of an organization.