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Pay, Benefits And Retirement: Ten To Remember In 2004

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 30, 2004 8:51 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Top stories appearing on FedSmith.com in 2004.

No Christmas Gift for This Former Fed

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 29, 2004 7:26 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

A former federal employee was erroneously paid more than $18,000 in annuity payments. Does he have to pay it back? The court says “yes.”

Some Feds To Get More Holiday Pay Than Others

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 27, 2004 7:29 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

There are two holidays coming up in one pay period. That will create numerous questions on how to handle pay for some federal employees. Here’s what OPM has to say about it.

Removing Christ From Christmas Not An Option For Many In Federal Service

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 23, 2004 6:39 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Many federal employees have expressed their views that acknowledging Christmas in public settings is the thing to do.

A Model Retirement System? How Did This Happen?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 22, 2004 7:49 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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The TSP is a model for the rest of the country in setting up a retirement system. Here’s why.

Labor Department Receives Presidential Awards

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 21, 2004 5:52 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The Department of Labor recently received two 2004 Presidential Awards for Management Excellence — one for DOL’s Strategic Management of Human Capital and one for Budget and Performance Integration.

New DOD Restriction Ensures Workers Do Not Violate Conflict of Interest Statute Before, During Or After Employment

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 21, 2004 7:36 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The Department of Defense recently modified its ethics regulation to ensure DoD personnel, when leaving federal service, do not inadvertently violate federal “revolving door” statutes.

Agencies Make E-Progress On E-Government Initiative

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 21, 2004 7:12 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Federal agencies are making progress in fulfilling the President’s goal of expanding electronic government.

Is The Postal Service In Need Of Reform?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 20, 2004 8:47 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

What should be the goals of the Postal Service, defeating private industry or ensuring that every American can send and receive mail?

Chasing Higher Returns With Your Retirement Money

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 20, 2004 7:35 AM Categories Federal Workforce News, Retirement Leave a comment

The recent past is not necessarily a prologue to your financial future.

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