News
'Teach the young' about service, urges Supreme Court justice
Federal recruiters should emphasize the rewarding and exciting nature of public service in an effort to draw young people into the ranks of government workers, Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor said Monday.
Management
Guide stresses planning, communication in job competitions
Federal managers must plan ahead, involve top executives in decision-making, communicate clearly and coordinate with personnel officials in order to maximize the benefits of competitive sourcing, according to the latest acquisition guide.
News
Homeland Security still seeking to define, measure performance
With no agreed-upon way to gauge whether the Homeland Security Department's efforts are actually making the nation safer, assessments of its first year of existence vary widely.
Management
Senate approves restrictions on offshore outsourcing
The Senate has approved a measure that would prevent most civilian federal agencies from outsourcing jobs to contractors working outside the United States.
Pay & Benefits
Words of Kindness
A senator with an extensive banking background praises the Thrift Savings Plan.
Defense