Human Resources
Rethinking Position Classification
The author says that the position classification process in civil service is in need of reform.
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.
Pay & Benefits
Money, Manpower, Morale, and Motivation
Is pay for performance a viable option for the federal workforce? There are efforts to replace the General Schedule, but the author is skeptical it can work.
Agency News
Legislation Would Move TSA Employees to GS Pay System
Legislation recently reintroduced in the House would put TSA employees under the General Schedule pay system.
Pay & Benefits
President Issues Order Finalizing 2017 Federal Employee Pay Raise
An executive order finalizing the 2017 GS pay raise for federal employees has been published.
Pay & Benefits
Pay Agent Shoots Down Large Expansion of Locality Pay
A large proposed expansion of locality pay has been denied for 2016. Here are the details and who is impacted.
Pay & Benefits
‘Revised’ 2017 Locality Pay Rates Issued for Federal Employees
The revised locality pay rates for various areas of the United States are now out. San Francisco and Washington, DC areas will enjoy the biggest gains.
Pay & Benefits
Alternative Pay Plan Submitted for Federal Employees in 2017: 1.6% Average Raise
President Obama has submitted an Alternative Pay Plan for 2017. The average federal pay raise would be 1.6%.
Q&A
What is the Correct Pay When There is an Unscheduled Shift Change?
What is the correct pay when there is an unscheduled shift change for a General Schedule employee?
Pay & Benefits
Report Suggests Next Administration Make Radical Changes to the Federal Workforce
A new report says that the incoming presidential administration should consider making some radical changes to the federal workforce in order to improve government performance.
Pay & Benefits
Maximum Earnings Limitations on Federal Pay
There are statutory provisions that can cause your pay to be much less than you expect after you’ve worked overtime or other premium hours, such as work at…