Tag: Hiring
Some Young Veterans Need More From Government
The author says that taking steps to hire veterans is one that can produce quality new hires within the federal workforce.
OPM Announces New Direct Hiring Authority for Certain Positions
OPM announced new direct hiring authority for certain job positions with critical shortages of candidates.
Why Hiring Reforms in the 2019 NDAA May Not Make a Difference
The 2019 National Defense Authorization Act includes provisions designed to make it easier for agencies to hire. Will it make a difference?
The Civil Service is Becoming Fractured. Should We Care?
Many arguments support the idea of a single civil service system, however, the author says this is not ultimately what is best for federal human resources.
The Shrinking Federal Workforce
Are agencies hiring at levels consistent with their budgets? The author provides some numbers.
(Not) the Merit System Principles
The author says the merit system has evolved into something that is not a merit system at all.
Panel Discussion Looks at Federal Hiring/Firing Challenges
Firing a federal employee is a complex process. A recent panel discussion looked at just how cumbersome it is and discussed some possible solutions.
How to Answer KSA Questions
It is important for federal job seekers to understand how KSAs fit into the federal hiring process and how to answer them. Here is an overview.
Can Government Compete In The Talent Market?
The author says that in order to find the right people for jobs in government, it will take more than just reforming federal hiring and pay.
White House Proposals For Civil Service Reform: What They Missed
The White House’s 2019 budget blueprint offered many proposals for civil service reform. The author provides an analysis of which ones he says missed the mark.
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