Management
Grand Jury Indicts Man in Connection With Immigration Fraud Scheme Uncovered by ICE
Federal investigators noticed an unusually high number of asylum applications from Thai nationals.
Nextgov
US Government Is Making It Possible to Dump Identifiers Tracking Contracts
As of June 2015, the government relied on approximately 380,000 DUNS numbers to track its contracts, and implementing a new and cost-effective system will not happen overnight.
Nextgov
New Salesforce Deal Could Change the Way Federal Agencies Buy Tech
The “build once, use many times” approach could help agencies comply with FITARA, according to GSA.
Management
Clinton Picks Up Another Federal Union Endorsement
Labor group with 150,000 members throws support behind former State secretary.
Management
Slow Federal Hiring Process Will Force FBI to Rely on Contractors Initially to Boost Gun Background Checks
One Republican praised Obama’s executive action to hire more agents.
Management
NOAA: 2015 Was Hottest Year on Record
As the Obama administration gears up to protect its climate accord, scientists issue a warning.
Management
Malheur Feds Post an Open Letter to Occupiers
The message posted to Facebook by Malheur staff says the workers look forward to the "healing process."
Management
How One Group is Trying to Prevent Procrastination on Presidential Transition Planning
"Transitions are big, complicated and dangerous," said Max Stier, president and CEO of the Partnership for Public Service, which is forming a resource center on the process.
Management
An Absurd Number of Jobs Around the World Are Going Unfilled
Supply and desire for jobs are growing more uneven.
Management
Secure Agency Facilities Depend on GSA Talking with Protective Service
GAO recommends clarification of updated roles.
Management
Big Trends in Federal Contracting for 2016
Cybersecurity, big data, industry consolidation and more.
Management
EPA Accused of Inaction as Michigan Water Crisis Loomed
Administrator McCarthy said agency "did its job" but regrets outcome.
Management
The Supreme Court Will Decide Whether Obama’s Immigration Plans Live or Die
The Court agrees to rule on the legal status of 4.3 million immigrants, taking on a hot issue in the presidential race.
Pay & Benefits
Agencies Have More Wiggle Room to Spend on 3Rs in 2016
OPM lifts four-year spending limit on recruitment, relocation and retention incentives for certain mission-critical jobs.
Management
Your Weekly Perspective Check
Look at it this way, at least you're not working in the shock trauma room.
Management
Whistleblower Disclosures Skyrocketed Last Year, Driven by VA Employees
Small independent agency struggles to keep up with unprecedented workload.
Management