Pay & Benefits

Senate Panel OKs 1 Percent Pay Raise for Troops and Defense Civilians

The House-passed version of the fiscal 2015 Defense spending bill supports a 1.8 percent pay boost for service members.

Management

Why Intelligence Whistleblowers Can't Use Internal Channels

Too many are persecuted–and the wrongdoing that prompted them to speak out is too seldom addressed.

Pay & Benefits

TRICARE Increases Mental Health Care Providers

Beneficiaries can keep their current counselors, or opt for an independent provider as of Aug. 18.

Pay & Benefits

HUD Hiring Blitz Attracts Vets, Minorities

The department is on track to make 1,000 hires by the end of fiscal 2014 with an eye on diversity.

Pay & Benefits

OPM Announces More Flexibility for Dental and Vision Coverage

Next month certain employees will be able to enroll for benefits or switch plans outside of Open Season.

Pay & Benefits

TSP Officials Want You to Know the Consequences of Tapping Your Account for a Loan

Public service announcement looks at the costs and benefits of borrowing against retirement funds.

Pay & Benefits

House Approves Changing TSP Default Settings to More Lucrative Funds

Bill auto-enrolls new feds in more diverse fund, rather than the lower-yield government securities offering.

Pay & Benefits

Buyout Watch: Air Force and TSA Join the List

An inventory of the agencies that are cutting costs through buyouts or early retirements.

Pay & Benefits

Air Force to Offer Separation Incentives to Thousands of Civilians

If necessary, service will resort to layoffs to reach sequestration budget caps.

Pay & Benefits

TSA Offers Early Retirement to Workers

Eligible employees must leave agency by Dec. 31 to take advantage of the incentive.

Pay & Benefits

Too Many Senior Executives Receive Bonuses, Lawmakers Say

Advocates say pay must be high enough to incentivize qualified professionals to join the SES ranks.

Pay & Benefits

When to Seek Financial Help

Weighing whether to work with a professional adviser to manage your money.