Benefits
It could be worse (seriously)
If you think things are getting dicey when it comes to your federal benefits, step into this private-sector scenario for a moment ...
Employee Policy
Labor federation endorses APWU boycott of Staples
A union campaign to halt a U.S. Postal Service plan to place USPS counters manned by non-postal employees in Staples office supply stores gained new labor backing last week.
Benefits
Lawmaker wants to fast-track fixes for VA
Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) over the weekend laid out a legislative package he said would correct problems that hinder veterans' access to medical care.
Employee Policy
VA fired only two SES in fiscal 2013
While the Department of Veterans Affairs fired more than 2,000 employees in fiscal 2013, only two were senior executives.
Management
Postal Service Funds Would Go to Highways Under House GOP Proposal
The shift would benefit both motorists and the USPS, Republican leaders argue.
Management
The Big Game: Federal Government vs. the NFL
More than ever before, Congress and the White House are challenging football.
Management
VA Fired 2,247 People Last Year, But Only 2 Were Senior Executives
Three charts showing the agency’s tendency to fire its lowest ranking and lowest earning employees.
Management
The U.S. Is Building Its New London Embassy on a Stone-Age Campground
The shimmering, bomb-resistant glass structure will be surrounded by a moat.
Management
Darrell Issa Says Kerry Won't Have to Testify on Benghazi
House Oversight chairman cited concerns that the secretary of State was using the hearing to avoid testifying before the Select Committee.
Management
White House Press Secretary Jay Carney Is Stepping Down
The president made the announcement, fittingly, during a Carney press briefing.
Nextgov
Hackers Conquer Security Firm, Hijack iPhones and Trawl a Supercomputer
Just another week in ThreatWatch, our regularly updated index of noteworthy data breaches.
Management
Women as Mentors: Squashing the Queen Bee Myth
Many want to share their knowledge but are rarely asked.
Management
Who is Sloan Gibson, the New Acting Head of VA?
The former banking and nonprofit executive doesn’t have much experience in the federal government.
Defense
Here's What's in the Benghazi Chapter of Hillary Clinton's New Book
A substantial portion is clearly meant to address ongoing committee hearings convened by the GOP-led House of Representatives.
Defense
Eric Shinseki Is Out at the VA, Says Obama
The Veterans Affairs secretary submitted his resignation to the president on Friday.
Management
Senior Execs at the Veterans Health Administration Won't Get a Bonus This Year
Outgoing VA chief Shinseki announces the bonus ban during a speech apologizing for failures at veterans health care facilities.
Management
Air Force Wants to Boost Global Strike Command's Clout
Move comes in response to a series of ethics lapses in the nuclear sector.
Management
Why Public Executives Need Both Talent and the Elusive Team Chemistry
Even your top players are only as the group’s best effort.
Retirement
Phased retirement rules may come later this year
The Office of Personnel Management said it is hoping to roll out final regulations for phased retirement by the end of fiscal 2014.
Employee Policy