The Good, Bad and Ugly Of Personnel Reform
Observations on proposed personnel reforms.
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GAO Backs DHS Personnel Reform, But Warns Timing Is Everything
GAO backs principles underlying new DHS personnel system, but said implementation is the key.
FAA Union Files Class Action Age Discrimination Suit Against Agency
FAA Union Files Class Action Age Discrimination Suit Against Agency
“You’re Sad? Too Bad”
Several airport screeners argue they were short-changed by the government when their salary did not match the promise given when they were first employed. The court concludes they have a strong moral argument but do not have a legal one.
2.3% in 2006? Pay raise drama begins in earnest
Pay parity has become a mantra for some Congressional representatives and it has worked on the floor of Congress. The political environment is different this year and the results may not be the same.
Once Again, The Cart Before the Horse
Pay for performance in the federal government is likely to have problems
GSA Publishes 2005 POV Rates for Official Travel
The General Services Administration has increased reimbursement rates for federal employees who use privately owned vehicles while on official travel.
Blair Becomes Acting OPM Director
Dan Blair became acting director of OPM effective Feb. 1, 2005.
FedSmith.com Readers Speak Out: President Has Work To Do On Social Security Issue
Social Security FedSmith.com Survey Results
GAO: Nation On The Road To Financial Ruin
GAO report shows nation faces major fiscal crisis.
