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Judging the Judge

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithOct 16, 2006 7:55 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A federal judge is usually thought of as having a lifetime appointment. That is not always the case. This federal bankruptcy court judge went to court to get his job back after his term expired and he was not reappointed.

Using Polygraph Tests to Hire New Feds Upheld by Court

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithOct 13, 2006 7:23 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Applicants for federal law enforcement jobs may have to pass a lie detector test to be hired according to a new court ruling that upholds the use of polygraph testing.

Palguta Receives Stockberger Award

By FedSmith.comOct 12, 2006 7:57 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

John Palguta has been given the Stockberger Award for his contributions to the federal HR management program.

Why Work for Uncle Sam? Perhaps To Climb a Huge Rock

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 11, 2006 8:37 AM Categories Agency News, Human Resources Leave a comment

As the baby boomers working for Uncle Sam retire, a new generation will take their place. Some see the new generation as different and perhaps not as capable. Here is one new federal employee already making her mark on the government but in her own way and with her own priorities.

Road Rage

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithOct 11, 2006 7:14 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

This federal lawyer went to court to get her job back but the court dismissed her appeal for lack of jurisdiction.

Most Readers Oppose Expanding Federal Employee Benefits for ‘Domestic Partners’

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 10, 2006 7:59 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A majority of readers are opposed to legislation that would open federal benefits to “domestic partners” but there are strong beliefs for and against the proposal.

Should You Lighten Up On the S Fund in Favor of Larger Company Stocks?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 6, 2006 8:07 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The recent rise in the value of some stocks may mean this is a good time for TSP investors to take a closer look at their TSP investments. Here are ideas for consideration.

Fired Fed Seeks One Billion in Damages

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithOct 6, 2006 7:09 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A federal employee who was fired during his probationary period asked a court to award him one billion dollars in damages. The court was not impressed with the gravity of the alleged offense and the appellant remains a former federal employee.

Probationary Termination and Office Politics

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithOct 5, 2006 8:38 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

This federal employee went from getting good ratings to being terminated during his probationary period after he became involved in internal office politics. But, despite being a probationary employee, he will get his day in court after filing a complaint that he was fired for engaging in protected EEO activity.

TSP Funds All Up in September

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 4, 2006 8:56 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

TSP investors all have a reason for optimism as every TSP fund went up in September. Moreover, all TSP funds have solid gains for the past 12 months as well.

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