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Removal of Federal Employees for Misconduct or Performance

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: February 10, 2017 10:27 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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The Merit Act of 2017 would make it much easier to fire a federal employee. Here are the details of this recently introduced legislation and what it would mean for the federal workforce.

Strong Words From the New Secretary of State to Federal Workers

FedSmith.com author Michael WaldBy Michael WaldFebruary 3, 2017 12:48 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson addressed agency workers during his first visit, but many of his remarks apply to all federal employees.

Practical Advice for Incoming Political Appointees from Federal Insiders

FedSmith.com author Bob GilsonBy Bob GilsonJanuary 28, 2017 3:27 PM Categories Human Resources, Leadership Leave a comment
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The authors, who have served as agency representatives and management advisors for many years, offer advice for presidential appointees or Schedule Cs and the career executives who may have to work with them as they settle into their jobs.

Lawmakers Accuse Trump of Breaking Federal Law

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJanuary 26, 2017 8:37 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Members from both branches of Congress are accusing the Trump administration of violating federal law due to issuing gag orders restricting the communications of federal agencies and employees.

Congressman Wants Federal Employees to Call Him

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithUpdated: January 29, 2017 9:56 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A Maryland Congressman wants federal employees to know that they are free to call him despite the Trump administration’s recent efforts to filter agency communications.

Should Federal Employees Be ‘At Will’ Employees?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJanuary 9, 2017 5:32 PM Categories Human Resources, Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Should federal employees be “at will” employees? It is unlikely changes of this magnitude outlined in a recent bill will be implemented as there will be fierce opposition. Here is a summary.

How Long Does It Take to Crush a Federal Employee?

FedSmith.com author Jeff NealBy Jeff NealJanuary 2, 2017 1:38 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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The author says that recent attacks by politicians on the federal workforce has sent the morale of federal employees into a downward spiral.

Congress Curbs Misuse of Administrative Leave

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDecember 26, 2016 1:23 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A new law restricts agency use of paid administrative leave and adds two new leave categories.

Government Celebrates Milestone of Hiring 100,000 Disabled Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 27, 2016 6:33 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The federal government held a special event to celebrate a new milestone: it has achieved President Obama’s goal of hiring 100,000 disabled federal employees.

OPM Wants to Understand Your Work-Life Needs

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 26, 2016 8:13 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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The Office of Personnel Management has announced it will begin administering a new survey to better understand federal employees’ work-life priorities and needs.

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