Administrative Changes are the First Step in Civil Service Modernization
The author says that when it comes to modernizing the civil service, administrative changes should be the first place to start.
Human Resources
Federal HR news topics include federal employee unions, labor relations, bargaining, pay/leave and benefits.
Legislation Reintroduced to Target Tax Delinquent Federal Employees
Another legislative effort is being made to target federal employees with seriously delinquent tax debts.
Biden Revokes EO Damaging Federal Employee Unions
President Biden revoked an Executive Order granting authority to exclude DoD agencies from the labor relations statute.
What Are Some Common Mistakes Made in Collective Bargaining?
The author discusses some of the most egregious mistakes he’s seen made in the collective bargaining process during his career.
What You Need to Know About Interest Based Bargaining
What is interest-based bargaining, and how can it be used successfully in federal labor relations?
Federal Employees Can Face Disciplinary Action For Not Wearing Masks Under New Executive Order
New guidance has been issued for federal employees and agencies regarding masking requirements created under a recent Executive Order.
Civil Service Modernization Is Essential – Here Is One Way to Make It Happen
The author says that using a model based on BRAC is the best way to achieve civil service modernization.
$163 Million+ Supporting Federal Employee Unions in FY 2019
The total cost to the federal government supporting federal employee unions was more than $163 million in fiscal year 2019.
Is Keeping Bargaining History Notes Worth the Effort?
Why should bargaining notes be used in federal labor relations?
President Biden: Are We Committed to Repeat Past Failed Policies in Labor Relations?
The author says the Biden administration appears to be reverting to past labor relations practices. Will it work better this time?
