How ‘Degree Discrimination’ Can Affect Feds’ Pay
As long as the majority of federal positions require degrees, opening up opportunities to pursue higher education will be key to creating a more diverse workforce.
Back to Work? Here's How to Help Your Dog Cope
Millions of people returning to the workplace means millions of dogs left home alone. "This is something that's a big deal for a dog..."
GovExec Daily: Vaccine Hesitancy and Public Messaging
Dr. Stephen Neely, PhD, of the University of South Florida’s School of Public Affairs joins the podcast to discuss how health officials can break through to those are wary of the COVID-9 immunization efforts.
DOD Wants Emerging Tech But Acts like An ‘Innovation Tourist,’ Report Says
Organizational disconnects between innovation offices and procurement officials makes broad adoption of cutting-edge tech challenging, according to the Center for Security and Emerging Technology.
Democrats Seek Interviews to Better Understand Possible Political Interference in Early Coronavirus Response
The lawmakers are looking to speak with 11 current and former health officials, including some career employees.
VA Mandates Vaccines for Health Care Workers
“It’s the best way to keep veterans safe, especially as the Delta variant spreads across the country,” said VA Secretary Denis McDonough.
Unions Call on Biden to Name New Labor Board Appointees
More than six months into his administration, President Biden has yet to nominate a second Democrat to the Federal Labor Relations Authority, while the Federal Service Impasses Panel sits vacant.
To Cope with the Labor Shortage, Raise Emotional Compensation
People are longing for more positive workplace cultures. Coming out of the pandemic is a natural time to make improvements.
Young Workers Want Good Communication, Not Perks
New research suggests young workers, those ages 21-34, want respectful communication at work, not perks and "fun."
Rocket Startup Could Get Huge Boost from Lockheed Martin Buying Aerojet Rocketdyne
Ursa Major is developing a family of rocket engines for commercial and defense customers.
Bill Would Commit Tens of Billions to Modernize National Labs
Rep. Bill Foster shed light on how the bill fits into a broader Congressional strategy to boost U.S. investments in science and research, and what’s to come for the National Lab Caucus.
GovExec Daily: The Culture Wars, Return to Offices and Management
Kearney's Leslie Parker joins the podcast to discuss how to navigate information about COVID-19 in the workplace.
Why Women Need Male Allies in the Workplace – and Why Fighting Everyday Sexism Enriches Men Too
While women felt more included when they perceived male colleagues as allies, men who saw themselves that way reported more personal growth as a result.
OPM Issues Guidance on Telework, Pay and Travel As Feds Return to Offices
The 38-page document assists agencies with short- and long-term planning.
DEI Goals Make It Imperative to Understand Essential Job Skills
Every job description should be reviewed.
Lawmakers Seek Answers on Drug Inspection Delays During the Pandemic
The FDA said earlier this week that domestic inspections are getting back to normal.
Homeland Security Cancels Two Border Wall Contracts
These are the first cancellations since DHS released its plan for unobligated border wall funds in June.
House Panel Advances Bill to Undo Trump Order on Administrative Law Judges
A bill working its way through Congress would restore the judges to the competitive civil service three years after the Trump administration gave agencies greater leeway in hiring decisions.
Pregnant Cadets, Midshipmen Must Give Up Their Child Or Their Career. Two Senators Want To Change That.
Sens. Ted Cruz and Kirsten Gillibrand have introduced a bill to give pregnant students at military schools more options.
Coronavirus Roundup: Concerns About the Delta Variant Rise; Administration Will ‘Continue to Follow the Science’ for Agency Reentry Plans
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s today’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
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