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Investigation of ATF Falsely Classifying Jobs Likely to Continue

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 31, 2023 8:04 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

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.

Adding Federal Pay and Benefits for ATF Employees by Falsifying Job Classifications

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: May 4, 2023 8:46 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

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?

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.August 15, 2022 1:50 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

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?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAugust 30, 2021 3:43 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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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?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 22, 2019 12:19 PM Categories Human Resources, Q&A Leave a comment

Is there any precedent for employees “winning” reclassification of their position via legal/political means?

Rethinking Position Classification

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealAugust 3, 2017 11:21 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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The author says that the position classification process in civil service is in need of reform.

OPM Proposes Canceling Various Job Classifications

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 28, 2016 5:52 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

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

By Jason KayNovember 28, 2014 9:37 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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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

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApril 9, 2009 6:46 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

This VA employee thought he should be paid at a higher grade level; OPM disagreed.

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