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

Federal Employees as Pawns in the Political System

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiNovember 24, 2021 9:50 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says that federal employees are often pawns in our political system which gives them a unique job challenge.

Essential Federal Employees Can Still Have Their Annual Leave Restored for COVID

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 22, 2021 8:00 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Federal employees deemed essential in the COVID response can roll over unused annual leave above the traditional cap.

Death, Annuities, Same-Sex Marriage and Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNovember 18, 2021 10:35 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

How does the surviving spouse of a federal employee in a same-sex marriage establish eligibility for a survivor annuity or death benefit?

The Oregon National Guard and AFGE Do Labor Relations Differently

FedSmith.com author Robbie KunreutherBy Robbie KunreutherNovember 16, 2021 8:49 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author describes a different but effective approach that the Oregon National Guard has to labor relations.

How to Respond to Sexual Harassment and Retaliation Claims

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiNovember 9, 2021 2:54 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

How should supervisors respond when receiving a claim of sexual harassment? These are some suggestions.

Federal Employees Can Get Paid Leave to Vaccinate Their Children

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 8, 2021 12:14 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Four vials labeled 'COVID-19 vaccine'

There are several leave options available to federal employees to encourage them and their family members to get COVID vaccinations.

Vaccine Mandate for Federal Employees: Will Courts Approve New Presidential Power? Will Employees Stay or Quit?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNovember 5, 2021 12:28 PM Categories Court Cases, Human Resources Leave a comment

What are the limits on presidential power for federal employees? Does the vaccine mandate exceed any limits on presidential power?

What Can Non-Fully Vaccinated Federal Employees Expect Starting November 9?

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.November 4, 2021 3:16 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
COVID vaccine bottles lined up in a row

The vaccine requirement deadline for federal employees is quickly approaching. This is what those who are not fully vaccinated can expect.

Freedom from Union Dues? Union Explains How to Restrict Dues Cancellations

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOctober 19, 2021 2:18 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A federal employee wanting to cancel a union dues withholding may find it difficult, despite an FLRA policy to make it easier. Here is how unions will make the process more difficult.

Guidelines for Conducting Investigative Interviews

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiOctober 18, 2021 3:00 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Conducting interviews with employees is often part of a job role. These are some guidelines for conducting good interviews.

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