Retirement
Number of retirement-eligible employees rising sharply
In several years time, nearly one-third of career federal employees will be eligible to retire, according to a new report released Wednesday by the Government Accountability Office.
Employee Policy
System lets vets, service members file education benefits complaints
Six departments and agencies have banded together to launch a new online complaint system that lets veterans, service members and families provide feedback on problems with educational institutions that receive funding from federal military and veterans educational benefits programs.
Pay & Benefits
DHS Ends Extra Overtime for Many Employees
Decision comes after scandal exposed abuse of perk.
Defense One
Do the Military’s Nuclear Operators Need More Incentives?
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel wants to reform the troubled nuclear enterprise. Could more incentives and recognition help turn things around? By Stephanie Gaskell
Management
The 10 Types of Toxic People to Avoid
To be your best you must surround yourself with the best.
Oversight
After Contentious Debate, Senate Panel Delays Postal Reform Vote
Senators appear close to reaching a deal, but still are sorting through final details.
News
Navigating a 'Difficult Triangle' of Security Clearance Interests
Former federal procurement policy chief Joe Jordan speaks out on a coming review of clearance procedures.
Oversight
Fire Intelligence Chief, Lawmakers Say
White House rebuffs allegation from some House members that James Clapper lied to Congress.
Nextgov
Earth Resumes Surveillance of Mercury
After a two-month hiatus, the Messenger spacecraft has resumed sending home images of the sun's closest companion.
Management
The Case Against Performance Reviews
Workers hate evaluations. Managers hate evaluations. Is there any salvaging this sorry ritual?
Management
Pentagon Joins With GSA to Improve Cybersecurity in Acquisitions
Recommendations are aimed at strengthening the system’s resilience against attacks.
Nextgov
Border Drone Drops from the Sky As Immigration Takes Center Stage
CBP has struggled to improve operations and maintenance of ten unmanned aircraft.
Defense
Don't Be Fooled: Military Benefits Are on the Chopping Block
Even if Congress repeals recent cuts, it faces a battle with the Pentagon over compensation reform.
Management
3 Tips for Leaders Who Want to Keep It Real
Get out of your office and see what it's like on the front line.
Nextgov
VA Paperless Claims Processing System Shut Down
VBMS 'should not be used until further notice,' internal message says.
Management
Everything I Need to Know About Management I Learned From Playing Dungeons and Dragons
The fantasty game focuses on performance metrics and teamwork.
Management
Obama Came Up With a New Retirement Plan Inspired by Behavioral Economics
The president wants to make it so that money is deducted from paychecks before workers receive them.
Nextgov
Obama Pledges More Investment in Math and Science Education
President also focused on early childhood STEM education in his State of the Union address.
Management
Republicans Are Likely to Cave on Debt Ceiling. But That Won't Be the End of It.
House conservatives are already plotting retribution.
Management