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Federal HR news topics include federal employee unions, labor relations, bargaining, pay/leave and benefits.

Schedule F Continues to Worry Democrats

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMarch 16, 2023 8:41 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Although it does not exist, Schedule F continues to remain in the crosshairs of some Democrats.

Want to Keep New Employees? Invest in Onboarding

By Michael HassettMarch 13, 2023 2:20 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says that the federal government is in need of a revamped onboarding process for new hires.

Burrowing In Is a Form of Theft; Maybe It Should Be Treated That Way?

By Mitchell Berger, MPHMarch 6, 2023 2:41 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author proposes a different way of looking at the practice of burrowing in by political appointees.

OPM Extends COVID-19 Excepted Service Hiring Authority

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMarch 2, 2023 1:52 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Hourglass next to a calendar with 'COVID-19' written across it

OPM has extended the COVID excepted service hiring authority after President Biden extended the pandemic national emergency.

Can Federal Employees be Forced to SHOW UP to Work?

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.February 27, 2023 7:45 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Legislation in Congress would cut federal employees’ telework benefits. What options do federal employees have if they want to remain on expanded telework?

The Grounds for Filing Exceptions to Arbitration Awards

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiFebruary 22, 2023 3:05 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Filing administrative exceptions to an arbitration award is a unique process. These are conditions upon which an exception must be based.

Bill Would Reinstate Federal Employees Who Were Fired or Resigned Due to Vaccine Mandate

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFebruary 21, 2023 6:44 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Man appearing frustrated/sad with his right hand over his face as he looks to the side while holding a sign that says 'COVID-19' in his left hand; a calculator and paperwork are on a table in front of him

A new bill would provide compensation or possible reinstatement for federal employees who resigned or were fired after refusing the COVID vaccine mandate.

Continuing Confusion Over FLRA General Counsel Position

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFebruary 13, 2023 11:05 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The GAO has issued a decision impacting the federal labor relations program. The FLRA general counsel was found by GAO to be serving in violation of the law.

Biden Administration and Racism: Winners and Losers in Changing Face of Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: January 30, 2023 11:14 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A primary focus of the Biden administration is on racism. How is this changing the composition of the federal workforce?

Ground Rules Checklist

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiJanuary 19, 2023 4:07 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

This is a basic list of provisions to consider when negotiating over collective bargaining ground rules.

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