DoD Reduction In Force (RIF) Guidance
Just when you thought it couldn't get any more confusing, some agencies also have their own RIF guidance separate from the OPM guidance...
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Be Careful If You Move Between Positions -- Probationary Periods for Competitive and Supervisory Appointments
I know some Feds are looking to move jobs right now within the Government in an attempt to stay safer from RIF than you might think you...
Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP)
Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) allows agencies that are downsizing or restructuring to offer employees lump-sum payments...
Separate Your Government and Personal Communications
Feds...if you haven't separated your Government communications from your personal communications yet, now is the time to do it. There has...
Breaking Down a RIF Notice
Let's break down a recent RIF notice. This is one received by an agency career employee on a competitive appointment whose work unit was...
Be Prepared - Transitioning from the Federal Government Workforce
It's time for a frank discussion, Feds. If you aren't prepared for a possible layoff you need to start thinking about it. Some of the...
What is a VERA - Voluntary Early Retirement?
What is a VERA? Voluntary Early Retirement Authority. Read more about it at OPM's page: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workfor...
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides numerous services to assist Federal employees through difficult times. Services include:...
Look for the Helpers -- People to Follow and Helpful Resources for Feds
As Mr. Rogers used to say: "When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, "Look for the helpers....
Standards of Conduct When Seeking Employment While You're a Fed and Post-Employment Restrictions
As Executive Branch employees, there are sometimes restrictions on what you can do after you leave Federal Service or leave certain...
Your Rights in a RIF
Your rights in a RIF. I'm going to break a few things down that are important to know when it comes to a RIF. I understand from some...
The "Fork in the Road" (or as it is known in my house, the "Fork U") Email
Okay my Fed friends. I saw the "Fork in the Road" email. (https://www.opm.gov/fork) I started my Fed career (since retired) in HR working...
FedWeek Resources, Documenting Discussions, and Challenging Adverse Actions
It's been a few weeks of lending an ear to my Fed friends. They are resilient and they are making their plans for return to office or to...
How to Download Your eOPF
Feds...Stop now and get your eOPF. NOTE: You must sign in from a Federal IP address to access eOPF. eopf.opm.gov See attached guide...
How to Read and Understand Your SF50
Feds...I found this easy to understand resource below on the Department of Commerce site and it is accurate and current....
Keep Records of All Conversations Related to Reduction in Force or Change in Your Employment Status or Position
Several agencies have told their employees this week that information on continued processes to cut the Federal workforce will no longer...
Guidance on Collective Bargaining Obligations in Connection with Return to In-Person Work
Find the Office of Personnel Management Memo at this link: https://www.chcoc.gov/content/guidance-collective-bargaining-obligations-conne...
Educate Yourself on Reduction in Force (RIF)
Okay Feds...time to educate yourself about Reduction in Force (RIF). I know it's a stressful day & you may not want to read this right...
It's Personal For Me
I was a 35+ year Fed and retired in December 2022. My husband was a 35+ year Fed and retired 10 years before me. We both deployed many...
eOPF -- Print Queue Wait Times
Feds...There is a banner on the eOPF system that they “...are receiving an unprecedented volume of eOPF print folder requests….” Well,...
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