FedSmith Readers Still Say They Shouldn’t Be Working in Offices
Our readers said that federal employees still should not return to in-office work despite increasing calls from Congress for them to do so.
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Biggest Events for Federal Employees in 2021
A vaccine mandate, a big COLA, and more telework: these are some of the biggest events for federal employees in 2021.
Congressman Asks: Why is the Federal Government Still Operating at Maximum Telework?
One Congressman is asking why so many federal employees are continuing to telework when so many have complied with the vaccine mandate.
Post-Pandemic Telework: An Epidemic of Efficiency?
How can telework be utilized successfully after the pandemic? These are some areas that warrant attention.
Are Unions Relevant in the Age of Telework?
Could telework be the death of unions in the federal government?
Vaccine Mandate Will Apply to Teleworking Federal Employees
The Biden administration’s vaccine mandate will require federal employees to show proof of vaccination and will also apply to remote workers.
OPM’s Telework Guidance is Thorough and Surprisingly Progressive
OPM recently released detailed telework guidance. The author says it also is an important step forward in better serving employees’ needs.
Vaccine Mandates, Unions, and Politics: A Volatile Mix
Unions support the Biden Administration and represent federal employees. Will vaccine negotiations delay or prevent federal employees from returning to their offices?
Using Telework to Make Higher Salary While Living in Different Locality Pay Area
If an employee is engaging in a work situation using telework, and is outside the locality pay area for the office, will the employee receive locality pay?
OPM Anticipates More Telework for Federal Employees
OPM has published an extensive list of FAQs regarding telework policies in the post-COVID area.
