Human Resources
OPM is Dropping its COVID-19 Operating Status Maximizing Telework
OPM is removing the COVID governmentwide operating status soon. Will this end telework?
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
Biden Administration Directs Agencies to Cut Telework (Sort of)
New OMB guidance directs agencies to scale back telework for federal employees. Will it actually happen this time?
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How Federal Employees Can Navigate the EEO Complaint Process
This is an overview of the required steps of the EEO complaint process for federal employees.
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E Pluribus Unum: Creating More Racial Groups For Affirmative Action and Increasing Racial Animosity
OMB is seeking to expand racial categories used for affirmative action and other government benefits. Is this approach and racial division beneficial for America?
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2023 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey Coming in May
OPM has announced that the 2023 Federal Employee Viewpoint survey will be distributed in May.
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OPM Implementing Gender Identity Guidance
OPM has issued new guidance on gender identity to help federal employees and agencies comply with the president's latest issuances.
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Do You Know a Bully?
What constitutes workplace bullying? These are some basic criteria and examples.
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Federal Employees: Making the Most of Your Annual Leave
Effectively using your annual leave requires knowing what the rules are in the federal HR system. Advance planning is essential.
Human Resources
Politics, Federal Employee Unions, and Money
President Biden is taking credit for expanding federal employee unions and membership.
Human Resources
Schedule F Continues to Worry Democrats
Although it does not exist, Schedule F continues to remain in the crosshairs of some Democrats.