Human Resources
Blowing the Whistle on Performance Management
The author says that the design of a performance management system is the responsibility of the system owners, and ultimately, so are the results. A poorly designed system…
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
10 Ways to Maximize Your Federal Benefits In The Middle of Your Career
The author outlines ten things you can do now to make the most of your federal benefits.
Human Resources
Election Season and Hatch Act Don’t Mix
Two recent Hatch Act violations serve as a reminder to federal employees about risks to their jobs during an election season. Some federal employees are even subject to…
Federal Workforce News
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Certification
The author says that most of the time, managers should not deny FMLA requests, but he says there are some rare instances when it is prudent to do…
Federal Workforce News
FERS and CSRS Disability Retirement, OWCP Benefits, and SSDI: Comparisons and Contrasts
The author juxtaposes some common federal benefits programs.
Human Resources
AFGE and TSA Reach Agreements, Lots of Questions Remain
AFGE and TSA have apparently reached agreement on a new labor agreement. There are some questions that should be asked but have been ignored by the media.
Human Resources
Performance Management and Angry, Frustrated and Dissatisfied Employees
Performance management is a serious problem in government and the government has a large number of employees who are dissatisfied, frustrated and angry.
Human Resources
GAO: DoD Needs to Remember the Human Aspect of Workforce Cuts
A recent GAO report highlights challenges the Department of Defense will face in any attempts to downsize its civilian workforce and urges agency decision makers to maintain the…
Human Resources
OPM Increases Hiring of Workers with Disabilities
The Office of Personnel Management announced in a recent report that hiring of federal workers with disabilities by the government is at a 20 year high.
Human Resources
YouTube Video Shines Spotlight on Workplace Bullying Issue
The author outlines some examples of workplace bullying and how it affects individuals and organizations.