Management
Government Needs Tech-Savvy Leaders to Succeed, Says Outgoing OMB Chief
In the 21st century, every agency’s mission rests heavily on officials with a “high tech IQ,” Shaun Donovan said in his White House exit memo.
Pay & Benefits
Most Calif. National Guard Soldiers Won't Have to Repay Improper Bonuses
Pentagon official expects “vast majority” of 17,500 cases involving improper reenlistment bonuses will be dismissed before review’s July 1 deadline.
Pay & Benefits
2017 Pay Tables for Federal Employees Are Out
Obama directed a 2.1 percent pay boost for federal civilian employees in 2017, but the actual amount of an employee’s pay raise depends on various factors.
Management
Trump’s 100-Day Plan For Federal Employees and Agencies
The president-elect has vowed to freeze hiring, eliminate wasteful programs, and overhaul certain agencies.
Management
Obama to Agencies: Do A Better Job Helping Immigrants in the Military Navigate Government
President creates interagency working group to improve access to eligible benefits and assistance for new American service members, veterans and their families
Oversight
New Leadership at VA Committees, But Likely Same Priorities
Lawmakers in the next Congress are expected to keep focus on improving vets’ access to health care and stronger employee accountability.
Pay & Benefits
NASA, Defense Boast the Most 2016 Presidential Rank Award Winners
List of winners includes thirty-six recipients of the government’s highest award for excellence in civil service.
Management
Nearly 70% of SES Are About to Experience Their First Presidential Transition as Executives
That statistic is neither unusual or cause for concern, said observers, who praised the professionalism and adaptability of the career executive corps.
Management
Congress Allows Services to Restore Full Per Diem Rates for Defense Travelers
The change, included in the final fiscal 2017 Defense authorization bill, tweaks a controversial 2014 department policy related to long-term government travel.
Management
NASA Ranked Best Place to Work in Government For Fifth Consecutive Year
Homeland Security improves its score, but is still ranked last among large agencies.
Management
Groups Want Trump to Keep Secretary McDonald At VA
Support grows for former CEO and Army vet to continue his major management transformation at the department.
Management
Your Country Really Needs You Right Now, Obama Tells Feds
The work of government employees “has never been more important,” president says in farewell address.
Pay & Benefits
Obama’s 2.1 Percent Pay Raise Announcement Boosts Locality Pay
The salary increase announced last week includes a 1 percent across-the-board pay bump, combined with a 1.1 percent raise in locality pay.
Management
Trump Taps Ben Carson for HUD Secretary
If confirmed, the retired neurosurgeon would lead a mid-size agency with an increasingly vital mission.
Management
Lawmakers Ask Obama to Freeze Hiring Until Trump Arrives
Republican senators warn against “burrowing in” and new career hires who won’t help execute the next administration’s policies.
Pay & Benefits
TSP Funds Improve in November
The C and F funds had a good month, after a rough October for all the offerings.
Pay & Benefits
Officials Say There Are No Easy Fixes To Skyrocketing Long-Term Care Insurance Costs
Premium increases aren’t going away, and few reforms are being floated.
Pay & Benefits
Hill Negotiators Ignore Obama and Give Troops Biggest Pay Raise in 6 Years
Conference committee settles on a 2.1 percent military boost, rejecting the White House's request for a 1.6 percent raise.
Pay & Benefits
Check Out Your 2017 Locality Pay Rate
California cities and the Washington, D.C., area see biggest boosts for next year.
Pay & Benefits