Human Resources
Federal Leave Policies: A Blessing or A Curse?
Recent articles on sick leave generated a substantial response from readers. Some asked what kinds of leave federal employees can use or for more information on when sick…
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
Are Reference Checks Worth The Trouble?
Reference checking in federal agencies is often neglected, misunderstood or both. In this article, the author says that reference checks are worth your time and trouble to avoid…
Human Resources
Sick Leave Abuse: Part 3 – Resolving the Problem
This article deals with a 12-step program for a supervisor to help resolve sick leave issues.
Human Resources
Seven Secrets for Writing Successful KSAs
Knowing how to respond to a federal job vacancy can be critical to getting your application seriously considered. Federal agencies use KSA's and knowing what they are and…
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Feeling the Heat of Your Political Passions? Have Another Latte Before Hitting the Send Button
Violating the Hatch Act can get a federal employee into trouble. Two new cases have again demonstrated that sending an e-mail while on duty in a government building…
Human Resources
Sick Leave Abuse: Part 2 – Identifying the Problem
Is taking sick leave discretionary? The government's view is that sick leave applies to a few prescribed situations. What constitutes sick leave abuse and why do people abuse…
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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…
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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…
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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…
Human Resources
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.