Investigation of ATF Falsely Classifying Jobs Likely to Continue
Classification actions at ATF resulted in overpayments to employees of $20 million (so far). The investigation of the agency’s actions appear likely to continue.
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Adding Federal Pay and Benefits for ATF Employees by Falsifying Job Classifications
As a result of a whistleblower revelation, ATF was found to have paid tens of millions to employees by improperly classifying their jobs.
Position Classification Appeals: What is a Desk Audit?
How do desk audits work? Although they may sound simple, there are many issues that can arise from them.
Competitive Service vs. Excepted Service: What’s the Difference?
What are the key differences between the federal government’s hiring authorities: Competitive Service, Excepted Service, and Senior Executive Service?
Can Congress Overturn an OPM Reclassification Decision?
Is there any precedent for employees “winning” reclassification of their position via legal/political means?
Rethinking Position Classification
The author says that the position classification process in civil service is in need of reform.
OPM Proposes Canceling Various Job Classifications
OPM has proposed eliminating a number of job classifications due to a lack of federal employees who currently hold jobs within them.
Federal Job Classifications: Competitive vs. Excepted Service
What are the differences between competitive service and excepted service jobs and what does that ultimately mean for you?
Be Careful in Asking for a Classification Review
This VA employee thought he should be paid at a higher grade level; OPM disagreed.
