Drugs, Air Traffic Control and Rehab
An air traffic controller was removed by the FAA for using drugs off duty. The Federal Circuit finds fault with the procedures and tells the MSPB to take another look.
Federal Employees Say Hiring Process Doesn’t Work Well
Does the current system of hiring new federal employees result in hiring well qualified people? Would a standardized test produce better results? Here are responses to a recent survey of FedSmith.com readers.
Smoke, Mirrors and Changes to the Federal Civil Service Structure
The recent court decision on the proposed changes to the labor relations system in DHS has generated a lot of press and many comments and calls for change. While change may come, the decision does not support a conclusion that the proposed system for DHS is now dead in the water.
NTEU Gets A Big Win In Round One
An injunction against a portion of the new rules for a human resources system in the Department of Homeland Security is the latest round in the implenting a new civil service structure
OPM Proposes COLA Changes for Some Federal Employees
OPM is published proposed COLA changes for a few federal employees outside of the Continental United States.
Are You Prepared for the New Retirement Realities?
65 used to be the start of old age. Not now, many Americans are at their peak at that age. This fact and other demograhic trends should impact your retirement planning.
Lifecycle Funds: Making A “Model Retirement Program” Even Better
Are lifecycle funds a way to time the stock and bond markets? What is the philosophy behind lifecycle funds. Here is a quick summary
Loss of Power and Members Impacts Union Solidarity
Several large unions have withdrawn from the AFL-CIO, taking with them millions of dollars and millions of members. Federal employee unions have experienced substantial losses in power and members also.
2006 Pay: How Will Federal Increase Compare With Private Sector?
How will the 2006 pay raise compare to the typical private sector increase? Here is a likely scenario.
Nintendo On Steroids
A news report reported allegations of controllers playing games with airplanes under their control. No accidents occurred but there have been repercussions.
