Management

There’s Reason For Optimism In Federal Personnel Management

Employees at all levels could benefit from having a credible advocate leading the Office of Personnel Management.

Management

Social Security Paid Disability Benefits to More Than 700 Deceased Veterans

Unless the agency fixes the problem, it’s likely to make another $7.3 million in improper payments over the next 12 months.

Management

The Official in Charge of Awarding EPA Science Grants Doesn’t Want to See the Words 'Climate Change'

Former EPA officials who served under presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush called the move unusual.

Management

Harvey Flooded 13 of the U.S.'s Most-Toxic Waste Sites and the EPA Says 11 are Still Inaccessible

But the AP managed to get to seven Superfund sites in the Houston area.

Management

Trump’s Nominee to Run GSA Is Respected Republican Hill Staffer

Emily Murphy has promoted small business, but hasn’t headed an organization.

Management

Trump Announces HR Professional As New Pick to Lead OPM

President chooses expert in banking and payments technology as management director at OMB.

Management

What Victims of Hurricane Harvey Can Learn from Katrina as Rebuilding Begins

Researchers examined credit data on the victims of Hurricane Katrina to understand how the disaster affected their personal finances, revealing important lessons for those hurt by Harvey.

Management

What Great Leadership Looks Like

Lessons from watching Defense Secretary James Mattis in action.

Management

Six Ways To Be a More Approachable Leader

Leaders who are approachable get things done because they create the kind of relationships that support them and the organization.

Management

Hurricane Harvey’s Public-Health Nightmare

Physicians and other professionals are scrambling to contain a multitude of epidemics that might arise after the flood.

Management

OPM Creates Emergency Leave Program for Harvey Victims

Workers may donate their unused leave to federal colleagues in need.

Pay & Benefits

Feds in Harvey's Path Are Sleeping in Their Offices to Keep Agencies Operational

What dozens of facility closures has meant for federal employees in Southeast Texas.

Management

New Worries for Federal Fleet Managers: Rising Gas Prices, Assuming Gas Is Available

Gas prices are up because so much fuel comes from places where Harvey hit.

Management

Fewer Taxpayers Fall Prey to Identity Thieves, IRS Chief Says

Agency’s countermeasures show progress, though causes for decline are unclear.

Management

Beware Attempting to Fix a Difficult Employee

The odds are great that you will miss the mark, damage your reputation, and damage team performance.