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

Does OPM’s New Guidance Put an End to Telework?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 3, 2025 6:08 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
laptop on a coffee table in front of a couch with the words 'work from home' displayed on the screen; a window with a city skyline is pictured in the background

OPM has issued guidance to federal agencies on the use of telework with a union contract in place.

More Info and Clarification from OPM on Deferred Resignation Program

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 2, 2025 7:36 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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OPM is providing more information on its deferred resignation offer to federal employees to resign and leave government service. This may influence the decisions by some.

Trump Memo Attacks, Restricts Labor Agreements on Telework

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 1, 2025 10:58 AM | Updated: Feb 2, 2025 7:08 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Binders labeled 'regulations' and 'policies', respectively, on a desk with a document and pen in front of them

President Trump has issued a memo that places further restrictions on telework.

Federal Employees Instructed to Remove Pronouns From Their Email Signatures

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 31, 2025 3:56 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Federal employees at multiple agencies are being instructed to remove pronouns from their email signatures per a recent OPM memo.

Too Good to be True? Perhaps. OPM Adds Clarifying Information on Deferred Resignation to Counter Skeptical Feds

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 31, 2025 10:11 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Businesswoman carrying a box of her personal belongings out of an office with a form clearly labeled 'resignation' showing in the forefront of the box contents

Explanation of the OPM deferred resignation memo sparked questions, confusion and skepticism among federal employees. A revised version of the FAQ’s answers many questions.

What’s the Catch? Too Good to Be True? “Deferred Resignation”, Buyouts and Paid Administrative Leave

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 29, 2025 8:04 AM | Updated: Jan 30, 2025 8:16 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Close up of a businessman presenting a pen and a letter with the word 'resignation' at the top

Federal employees who feared working under President Trump may be shocked. Buyouts took on a completely different form with up to 8 months of pay. Here are the details.

Trump Administration Offers Buyouts to Nearly All Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 28, 2025 6:48 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
'buyout' in white letters in a blue rectangle overlaid on a picture of financial paperwork, a pen, calculator, and calendar

Buyouts were predicted in a recent FedSmith article. They occurred faster than expected. Here is more information.

Schedule F Quickly Moving Forward

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 28, 2025 8:16 AM | Updated: Jan 29, 2025 4:09 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Two binders labeled 'policies' and 'procedure', respectivey, on a desk with a person working on a tablet in the background

OPM issued new guidance with deadlines for identifying positions to be moved to Schedule Policy/Career (Schedule F). Does your job meet these characteristics?

OPM Releases More Guidance on Implementing Return to Office Directive

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 27, 2025 4:24 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Words 'new procedures' written on a small chalkboard next to a small flip-style paper calendar, pencil and notepad

OPM has released additional guidance for agencies to continue implementing President Trump’s memo requiring a return to in-person work.

Is There a Buyout in Your Future and Will You Take It?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 27, 2025 7:45 AM | Updated: Jan 29, 2025 10:35 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Image of word 'buyout' on blackboard with businessman on side

Would you accept a $25,000 buyout (or more) to leave government service? How about $40,000? Are you ready to make a decision? Think about it now instead of later.

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