Human Resources
Official Time Bill Adds Paperwork for Union Reps and Headaches for OPM
The author says a proposed bill on official time reporting may offer some benefit, but does so at the expense of added paperwork and managerial challenges.
OPM
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Pay & Benefits
OPM Reminds Agencies About Emergency Leave Transfers
An emergency leave transfer program is now available for agencies with employees impacted by hurricane Irma.
Court Cases
No Damages For OPM Data Breach
A federal court has sided in favor of OPM and one of its contractors in lawsuits filed by AFGE and NTEU seeking damages in the data breaches that…
Human Resources
OPM Wants You to Get a Flu Shot
It's flu season, and the Office of Personnel Management is encouraging federal employees to get flu shots.
Retirement
OPM’s Retirement Backlog Edges Slightly Higher in August
OPM's retirement backlog crept slightly higher in August and is higher than it was a year ago.
Agency News
Nominees for HR and LR in Federal Government
President Trump has nominated 3 people to fill significant positions in federal human resources and labor relations.
Agency News
Some Agencies ‘Pretty Sure’ They Need to Run a RIF
Officials from OPM discussed agency progress on complying with an OMB directive and suggested RIFs may be forthcoming at some agencies.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Wants You to Verify Your FEGLI Changes
Did you make changes to your FEGLI elections during last year's open season? OPM wants to make sure you get the correct coverage.
Retirement
OPM’s Retirement Claims Backlog Jumps 18% in July
The retirement applications backlog at OPM increased almost 18% in July.
Agency News
GAO: OPM IT Security Still at Risk
According to a new GAO report, OPM has made progress in improving its information security but still has more work to do.