Human Resources
OPM Policy Changes May Improve Hiring, But Only if Agencies Do Not Find Ways to Maintain the Status Quo
The author says that although recent hiring guidance from OPM is a good start, more needs to be done to improve federal hiring practices.
OPM Proposes Changes to Federal Employee Removal Process
OPM has issued a proposed rule to enable faster removal of federal employees in different situations.
Déjà vu for USDA?
The author says that past precedent from court decisions indicates the USDA will face an uphill battle in its efforts to relocate some employees.
Elections and Federal Workers: The Good and the Bad
What implications does an election year have for federal employees? As the author notes, there are pros and cons.
Reprimands in the 21st Century
Reprimands are as old as federal HR itself. The author proposes some changes that could bring the disciplinary process into the 21st century.
Lawmakers Make a Stand for Collective Bargaining
A group of House Members are urging Congress to pass legislation to defend federal employees’ collective bargaining rights.
Weather and Safety Leave, Evacuation Payments Among HR Aids for Federal Employees During Hurricane Season
OPM is reminding federal agencies of the HR flexibilities they can offer to federal employees to assist them during hurricane season.
Can the Civil Service Be Broken?
Recent events beg the question of whether or not the civil service can be broken. The author provides a detailed analysis.
From Human Resources to Helpful Robot – How AI May Transform HR
How might artificial intelligence replace some HR functions? The author explores the possibilities.
Follow the Style of this Sample KSA Answer to Rank Highly on Your Job Application
Writing good KSAs on a federal job application can be challenging. These are two real world examples to help illustrate techniques.
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