Firing a Fed May Be Harder Than Ever
Firing a probationary employee may not be as easy as it once was. Who qualifies as a probationary employee? The MSPB says there is confusion in the bureaucracy and would like to see it cleared up.
Human Resources
Federal HR news topics include federal employee unions, labor relations, bargaining, pay/leave and benefits.
Preventing Sick Leave Problems: Steps an Agency Can Take To Reduce Problems
The number one cause for employee discipline in the Federal sector results from problems related to leave. some of the attitudes that may cause sick leave problems and some prevention strategies.
In HR We Trust? Part II – The Other Side of the Trust Coin – HR Building Relationships with Managers and Supervisors
Agencies have options for obtaining human resources services. It is enlightened self-interest for servicing HR offices to raise the “comfort level” of agency managers and supervisors dealing with the HR office.
Federal Offices Closed Tuesday In Honor of Gerald R. Ford
Federal offices will be closed on Tuesday in honor of former President Gerald R. Ford.
Medical Evidence: What’s Acceptable? (Part 2)
Requiring medical information from a federal employee can be controversial. What can a supervisor do if the information provided is not responsive and how should the information be treated once it is received?
Addressing Medical Issues – Why is this Considered the Most Difficult Area Facing Managers?
The laws and regulations covering various medical problems are complex, but understanding them will make your job as a manager easier.
MSPB Shows Clear Trend Supporting Agency Officials When They Get It Right
Third parties sometimes follow a new trend without specifically stating they are doing so. In several recent decisions, the Board seems to be giving agency deciding officials the benefit of the doubt when reviewing agency actions. Here is a quick summary.
United Nations Enters Federal Employee Legal Dispute
AFGE recently won a case before the United Nations when it secured a ruling that the union is entitled to represent employees of the Transportation Security Administration. Should a union representing federal employees be going outside the confines of American law and legal processes with a labor law dispute?
The FLRA General Counsel’s New ULP Settlement Policy: Questions and Practical Advice
A new policy has been issued regarding the settlement of unfair labor practice (ULP) allegations against federal agencies. In this article, the author discusses questions raised by the new policy and offers practical advice to agencies when a ULP is filed.
Unintentional Humor From the Federal Bureaucracy
New technology can be threatening and it takes time to adapt. It takes some longer than others. In the meantime, one agency has unintentionally set itself as a target for humor and ridicule on the Internet.
