OPM Can Help Agencies With Performance Evaluation, But OPM Is Not The Problem
A recent GAO report highlighted shortcomings in OPM’s performance management practices, but the author says the report doesn’t go far enough.
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A recent GAO report highlighted shortcomings in OPM’s performance management practices, but the author says the report doesn’t go far enough.
OSC has clarified its recent Hatch Act guidance on using terms such as “the Resistance” or discussing impeachment in the federal workplace.
OSC has issued new Hatch Act guidance for the 2020 election. Federal employees will want to be wary of using certain terms and hashtags in a political context.
OPM recently updated its governmentwide closure and dismissal policies which include a new type of weather related leave and strong emphasis on telework.
OPM has issued new guidance for agencies on reporting labor relations information.
A recent court case illustrates how an obscure law can help protect federal employees from disability discrimination.
Federal employee unions have filed a lawsuit against the VA over restrictions the agency placed on the use of official time.
The author says that taking steps to hire veterans is one that can produce quality new hires within the federal workforce.
OPM issues new guidance to agencies and the VA cuts of use of official time for medical professionals to focus on “putting veterans first.”
The author says that federal employees are the ones who can best identify problems and solutions on how to get more work done with fewer resources.