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

Probationary Period Federal Employees Facing An Uncertain Future

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 23, 2025 11:13 AM | Updated: Feb 16, 2025 12:49 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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An OPM memo asking for the number of probationary employees and uses of administrative leave is important as a precursor to reducing size of the federal workforce.

OPM Issues Guidance on President’s Return to In-Person Work Memo

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 23, 2025 9:19 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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OPM has released its anticipated guidance on President Trump’s memo that ends remote work for most federal employees.

Employees Being Placed on Admin Leave as DEI Offices Prepare to Be Shuttered

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 22, 2025 9:37 AM | Updated: Jan 25, 2025 8:47 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Federal employees working in DEI offices are being placed on administrative leave in advance of these programs being terminated.

Ending DEI and Reforming the Federal Hiring Process

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 21, 2025 11:27 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Two new executive orders that have not gathered the attention others have will impact all federal agencies: ending DEI and reforming the hiring process.

Schedule F is Back

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 20, 2025 9:40 PM | Updated: Jan 22, 2025 5:17 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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President Trump has reissued Schedule F which gives him extensive authority to fire those failing to meet performance requirements without the lengthy procedures now required.

Trump Signs Memorandum Ending Remote Work for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 20, 2025 7:16 PM | Updated: Jan 23, 2025 11:39 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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President Trump has directed agencies to terminate remote work arrangements for federal employees.

Federal Employees Would Need Annual Agreements to Telework Under New Bill

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 18, 2025 10:40 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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A new bill seeks to reform telework policies. Among its provisions is a requirement that federal employees get annual approval to telework.

Navigating Telework Accommodations for Federal Employees Under the Trump Administration

By Anna Kathryn BarryJan 16, 2025 11:55 AM | Updated: Jan 24, 2025 10:37 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Telework is expected to be scaled back, but what will this mean for federal employees using it as a disability accommodation?

Federal Resume Writing Made Easy: Tips for Success

By Jason KayJan 14, 2025 2:05 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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These are some tips on how to make a federal resume stand out.

Stress is in the Forecast for 2025

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterDec 31, 2024 9:07 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Employee assistance programs are a valuable resource to help federal employees manage work related stressors.

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