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Readers Speak Out: Politics, Unions and the Civil Service

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSeptember 27, 2004 8:06 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

Most readers are not influenced in their vote by union endorsements and think their political activities have a negative impact on the federal workforce.

Pay for Performance: Problems and Possible Solutions

By Gary KocaSeptember 21, 2004 8:44 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Pay for performance is coming to federal agencies. Here is one opinion on making it work successfully.

It Depends on How You Define “Use”

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSeptember 17, 2004 8:37 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

A federal employee who answered questions about drug use differently on different job applications is fired but wins on appeal.

Litigating a New Employee’s Probationary Period

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSeptember 8, 2004 6:54 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

When does a probationary period begin for a federal employee if an employee is re-hired for the same job?

No Back Pay, No Employment Contract, No Promotion

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAugust 31, 2004 6:40 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

Is a federal employee entitled to back pay when he who performs in a higher graded position after his boss retires?

Smoking, Dress Codes, and Union Politics

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAugust 18, 2004 8:16 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

An HHS facility recently won a case before the Federal Service Impasses Panel that is likely to have a ripple effect through other agencies and unions.

Smoking Battle Continues in Federal Bureaucracy

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAugust 8, 2004 8:18 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

HHS is taking the lead in banning smoking in federal agencies.

Smokers Need Not Apply

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJune 16, 2004 7:39 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

There is no smoking allowed anytime, anywhere on the Baltimore campus of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Tiny Union About to Become Roadkill in DHS Deal?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApril 30, 2004 12:00 AM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

If a deal is reached between AFGE, NTEU and DHS, a small union representing federal employees may be wiped out.

Which unions will represent big portion of DHS employees?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApril 22, 2004 12:00 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Reorganization of government into DHS creates bargaining unit issues

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