Do You Feel Safer Now?
In a recent poll, respondents say America is not safer than we were two years ago.
Federal Workforce News
Stay updated with breaking news and major events affecting federal employees, including government shutdowns, office closures, emergency announcements, legislative developments, and nationwide issues impacting federal agencies and the federal workforce.
When the Boss is in Trouble, Employees May Benefit
California’s state employees get an additional 12 paid holidays
DoD can Save Money by Coordinating Efforts to Purchase Services
The Dept. of Defense needs to have a coordinated plan to analyze its purchase of services.
OMB’s “Smart Card” vision still has a long way to go
GSA has responsibility for implementing the smart card program throughout government. There are still a lot of challenges left before it becomes a government-wide reality.
Should More Agencies Be Located in Rural Areas? GAO Looks at Telework and Agency Location
GAO notes that agencies have been required to consider locating facilities in rural areas for a number of years but little progress has been made. Telework may make it easier for federal employees to live in these rural areas.
TSP Stock Fund Investors Win (Again) in August
The stock market provided a healthy return for investors in August.
Feds Favor Easier Removal of Poor Performers
Most readers think it is too hard to fire a federal employee for poor performance
Readers Tell Us What They Like, And Don’t Like, About FedSmith.com
We recently asked readers for their opinions and comments on the FedSmith.com website. Here is a short summary of the results.
USAJobs: How Readers Use the Newly Designed Site
comments from readers using the USAJobs site to apply for a job with the Federal Government
Telework and Bureaucracy: Who Is in Charge?
A new GAO report about telework programs and policies in the federal government.
