DC Area Federal Employees Encouraged to Telework Starting Today
OPM is encouraging federal employees in the Washington, DC area to telework or use leave in anticipation of Inauguration Day activities.
Inauguration Day
Feds in DC: Five Days Off With One Day of Leave
Many federal employees in the Washington, DC area will have two holidays in one week in January 2021.
The Inaugural Address and Its Impact on Federal Employees
The Inaugural address provides clues as to how the Trump administration may view federal employee pay and benefits.
I Do Solemnly Swear That I Will…
The author points out that federal employees take an oath of office as part of their job duties, much like the president does. He analyzes the meaning behind this oath as it relates to one’s duties as a federal worker.
OPM Urges Agencies to Let Federal Employees Telework During Inauguration Week
OPM is encouraging agencies to let federal employees in the DC area telework this week to help alleviate traffic congestion related to Inauguration Day ceremonies.
Why is Inauguration Day Treated Differently Than Other Holidays?
Can you explain why Inauguration Day is treated differently than other legal public holidays, for “in lieu of” purposes? Some of OPM’s guidance on the holiday is perplexing.
Planning to Resign on Inauguration Day? Here’s What Will Happen to Your Pay
Non-career appointees who resign from their positions on Inauguration Day have special considerations impacting their pay and benefits. Here is a summary from OPM.
A Week Off for Some Federal Employees Using 3 Days of Annual Leave
Some federal employees can take off for a week in January by using three days of annual leave. Here is how and why.
2017 Federal Holidays
What paid holidays can federal employees expect in 2017? Here is the official list.