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Evaluating Employee Performance and HR Merit System: First Step in the Trump Changes

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 7, 2025 10:16 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Previous efforts to improve performance of the federal merit system have not lasted. The Trump administration is more aggressive. Unions may face a backlash from some. Here is the latest.

Federal Judge Delays Buyout Offer Deadline

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 6, 2025 2:02 PM | Updated: Feb 10, 2025 1:27 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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A federal judge has delayed the deferred resignation offer deadline.

VERA Retirement Guide for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Micah ShilanskiBy Micah ShilanskiFeb 6, 2025 12:49 PM | Updated: Apr 15, 2025 2:15 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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What is a VERA and how does it work?

Furloughs, Deferred Resignation, Unions and Court Decisions: Will You Get Paid?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 6, 2025 7:35 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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OPM has said furloughs may be coming. Does that mean federal employees get paid?

Most FedSmith Readers Do Not Plan to Take Buyout Offer

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 5, 2025 2:23 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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The majority of respondents to our survey said they do not plan to accept the deferred resignation offer.

OPM Addresses Legality of Deferred Resignation Offer

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 4, 2025 2:40 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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OPM has issued guidance addressing the legality of the deferred resignation program for federal employees.

More Info and Clarification from OPM on Deferred Resignation Program

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 2, 2025 7:36 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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OPM is providing more information on its deferred resignation offer to federal employees to resign and leave government service. This may influence the decisions by some.

Do You Plan to Take the Deferred Resignation Offer?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 31, 2025 10:29 AM | Updated: Feb 5, 2025 2:25 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

Do you plan to accept OPM’s deferred resignation offer?

Too Good to be True? Perhaps. OPM Adds Clarifying Information on Deferred Resignation to Counter Skeptical Feds

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 31, 2025 10:11 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Businesswoman carrying a box of her personal belongings out of an office with a form clearly labeled 'resignation' showing in the forefront of the box contents

Explanation of the OPM deferred resignation memo sparked questions, confusion and skepticism among federal employees. A revised version of the FAQ’s answers many questions.

Fork in the Road: A Comprehensive Guide to Deferred Resignation for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Micah ShilanskiBy Micah ShilanskiJan 30, 2025 8:15 AM | Updated: Apr 15, 2025 2:16 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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These are important considerations for federal employees wondering if they should take the deferred resignation offer from OPM.

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