Human Resources
Unions Sue VA Over Official Time Restrictions
Federal employee unions have filed a lawsuit against the VA over restrictions the agency placed on the use of official time.
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Some Young Veterans Need More From Government
The author says that taking steps to hire veterans is one that can produce quality new hires within the federal workforce.
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VA Restricting Salary to Federal Employees Representing Unions
OPM issues new guidance to agencies and the VA cuts of use of official time for medical professionals to focus on "putting veterans first."
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“The Workforce Is Not Our Problem In Government”
The author says that federal employees are the ones who can best identify problems and solutions on how to get more work done with fewer resources.
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I Was Passed Over for a Promotion – What Can I Do?
The author says it is too subjective to say there is a "best qualified" employee for a job, so how can someone win an EEO complaint regarding non-selection?
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How Do Federal Employees Feel About Their Pay and Jobs?
The results from the 2018 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey show federal employees are happier with their pay overall but not so much with merit based pay.
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What Happens When I Cannot Do My Job Even With a Reasonable Accommodation?
In order to be entitled to a reasonable accommodation, you need to be a qualified disabled employee, but what does it mean to be "qualified?"
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HR – The $5 Billion Question
How many HR offices does an agency really need? The author looks at HR from a cost savings perspective.
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Ensuring Accuracy of Federal Employee Personnel Files
OPM has issued guidance for agencies on maintaining accurate personnel files consistent with the requirements of an Executive Order issued in May.
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OPM Announces New Direct Hiring Authority for Certain Positions
OPM announced new direct hiring authority for certain job positions with critical shortages of candidates.