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Average Federal Salary: $83,679 and Lowest Average Pay Increase in 10 Years

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 25, 2012 2:16 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

According to one researcher who has concluded that the Federal Salary Council claims of an underpaid federal workforce are unwarranted, average federal pay continues to outpace private sector pay.

It’s Never Too Late to Start Retirement Planning

By Stewart BradleyMar 23, 2012 8:42 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The author outlines some basic strategies people can use to be financially prepared for retirement.

House Budget Committee Advances FY 2013 Budget Proposal

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 22, 2012 9:15 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The House Budget Committee has voted to advance the FY 2013 budget blueprint released Tuesday by Chairman Paul Ryan (R-WI). The budget contains proposed cuts to the federal workforce, increased pensions contributions, and an extended pay freeze through 2015.

Report Shows Little Change in Ethnic Composition of Federal Workforce

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 21, 2012 8:25 PM Categories Federal Workforce News, Human Resources Leave a comment

The annual report from the EEOC on the federal workforce indicates that there has been little change in the racial composition of the federal workforce, however it shows that the number of minorities landing senior level positions in the government has increased.

Ryan Budget Blueprint Raises Pension Contributions

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 21, 2012 3:24 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

In addition to freezing pay through 2015 and cutting the size of the federal workforce, the budget released yesterday by the House Budget Committee would also require federal workers to pay more towards their pensions.

Threats Against Co-Workers Lead to Removal

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithMar 21, 2012 8:55 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A NASA auditor fired for workplace disturbance and making threatening statements gets no relief from the MSPB or the appeals court.

5 Worst Government Resume Mistakes

By Jason KayMar 21, 2012 8:55 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Avoid these common government resume mistakes and you’ll improve your chances of getting an interview.

GOP Budget Proposal Would Freeze Federal Pay Through 2015

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 20, 2012 10:58 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The GOP’s 2013 federal budget blueprint released today contains a number of proposed cuts for federal workers including a 10% reduction in the federal workforce and an extended pay freeze through 2015.

Is the Roth TSP Right for Me?

FedSmith.com author Carol SchmidlinBy Carol SchmidlinMar 20, 2012 7:40 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment

The author outlines the similarities and differences between the Roth TSP and the traditional TSP to help participants understand if the new Roth option is right for them.

Passenger Advocates Would Help Those Treated ‘Inappropriately’ by TSA

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 19, 2012 5:40 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Susan Collins (R-ME) have introduced legislation that would create passenger advocates at the busiest airports in the country to be a go-to for passengers who feel they have been treated “inappropriately” by the TSA.

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