Replacing The General Schedule: Some Facts
The author says there are a number of good reasons to reform the General Schedule pay system. He offers some detail on why he believes this to be so.
General Schedule
Articles in this section help shed light on the General Schedule (GS) pay system, the cornerstone of compensation for federal employees. Explore comprehensive insights into the GS pay scale, detailing its structure, annual adjustments, and the factors influencing annual federal pay raises. Stay informed about the latest updates and understand how changes in the GS pay scale impact federal employees’ earnings. Whether you’re navigating the intricacies of federal pay or seeking information on recent pay raises, our articles provide in-depth analyses to empower federal workers with the knowledge needed for financial planning and career decisions. Stay current with our expert resources on the GS pay scale and federal pay raise developments.
Should We Replace the General Schedule?
More than 1.4 million employees are covered by the General Schedule. Another 30K are covered by pay plans that tie their pay directly to GS rates. Should the GS system be replaced?
Social Security vs. Federal Employees: Cumulative Pay Increases
The author compares the historical pay increases of current federal employees to retirees on Social Security to see which group comes out ahead.
Government Pay System for the 21st Century, Part II
The first article on this subject introduced the concept of a new pay system in government. In the second article, the author goes into further detail on what this system might look like.
Negotiating Federal Salary: How Do Negotiated Pay Levels in Agencies Compare to the Average Federal Salary?
Recent articles have indicated that federal employees are not represented by unions that negotiate wages. Is this true?
Too Many Within-Grade Steps
As we all know, the two-year salary freeze has a loophole. Step increases will still be granted. This suggests another way to achieve savings, a way that will be permanent, and will ultimately save more money.
The Future of Pay-for-Performance in the Federal Government
A decision needs to be made as to whether pay-for-performance for federal employees should be expanded or concluded.
