Federal Workforce News
Most FedSmith Readers Do Not Plan to Take Buyout Offer
The majority of respondents to our survey said they do not plan to accept the deferred resignation offer.
OPM
Stay updated with the latest OPM updates, including new OPM guidance, federal workforce policies, hiring and staffing rules, telework and workplace regulations, and major actions affecting federal employees and agencies. Get the latest news on OPM regulations, HR policy changes, pay and benefits guidance, retirement‑related updates, and government‑wide initiatives shaping federal workforce management. Find clear summaries and analysis to help federal employees, HR professionals, and agency leaders understand how OPM decisions impact the federal workplace.
Human Resources
OPM Addresses Legality of Deferred Resignation Offer
OPM has issued guidance addressing the legality of the deferred resignation program for federal employees.
Human Resources
Does OPM’s New Guidance Put an End to Telework?
OPM has issued guidance to federal agencies on the use of telework with a union contract in place.
Human Resources
More Info and Clarification from OPM on Deferred Resignation Program
OPM is providing more information on its deferred resignation offer to federal employees to resign and leave government service. This may influence the decisions by some.
Human Resources
Federal Employees Instructed to Remove Pronouns From Their Email Signatures
Federal employees at multiple agencies are being instructed to remove pronouns from their email signatures per a recent OPM memo.
Federal Workforce News
Do You Plan to Take the Deferred Resignation Offer?
Do you plan to accept OPM's deferred resignation offer?
Human Resources
Too Good to be True? Perhaps. OPM Adds Clarifying Information on Deferred Resignation to Counter Skeptical Feds
Explanation of the OPM deferred resignation memo sparked questions, confusion and skepticism among federal employees. A revised version of the FAQ's answers many questions.
Retirement
Fork in the Road: A Comprehensive Guide to Deferred Resignation for Federal Employees
These are important considerations for federal employees wondering if they should take the deferred resignation offer from OPM.
Human Resources
What’s the Catch? Too Good to Be True? “Deferred Resignation”, Buyouts and Paid Administrative Leave
Federal employees who feared working under President Trump may be shocked. Buyouts took on a completely different form with up to 8 months of pay. Here are the…
Human Resources
Trump Administration Offers Buyouts to Nearly All Federal Employees
Buyouts were predicted in a recent FedSmith article. They occurred faster than expected. Here is more information.