Congressman Wants Federal Employees to Call Him
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.
Employee Relations
Stay informed on employee relations issues affecting federal employees, including workplace conduct rules, performance management, disciplinary actions, adverse actions, and HR policies that shape day‑to‑day federal employment. Explore updates on OPM guidance, MSPB decisions, labor‑management disputes, probationary employee rules, and best practices for handling workplace conflicts. Find clear explanations and timely analysis to help federal employees and supervisors understand the policies, rights, and procedures that govern employee relations across federal agencies.
Should Federal Employees Be ‘At Will’ Employees?
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?
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
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
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
The Office of Personnel Management has announced it will begin administering a new survey to better understand federal employees’ work-life priorities and needs.
Obama Calls for Increased Diversity at National Security Agencies
A new presidential memorandum calls for greater diversity and inclusion among the federal government’s national security workforce.
Which Agencies Have the Most Satisfied Employees?
How satisfied are you with your job as a federal employee, and how do you compare to others? New data from the Office of Personnel Management’s 2016 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey provide some insights.
OPM Issues Guidance for Agencies and Employees on Zika Virus
The Office of Personnel Management has released a memo instructing federal agencies to “utilize all available human resources flexibilities” to help protect federal employees from the effects of the Zika virus.
Some Federal Employees Will Have a Chance to Voice Their Workplace Concerns
Have a concern or frustration about your agency or your job? You may have a chance to share your feedback in the upcoming Merit Principles Survey.
