Management
Forest Service catches breath on competitive sourcing
After finishing a large contest for technology work, the agency is settling into a more moderate job competition pace.
Tech
Tech companies procure federal experts for board slots
Companies that want a cut of federal IT dollars are looking for people who know how to do business with the federal government.
Defense
Border officials say they are unprepared to protect nation
New survey comes after 9/11 commission concludes that border security should be strengthened.
Defense
Navy personnel question customer satisfaction survey results
A survey on Navy Marine Corps Intranet customer satisfaction has sparked a flood of anger from frustrated network users.
Defense
Lawmaker questions demise of government technology task force
The task force was disbanded in January despite having a lengthy research agenda, dedicated staff and budget to carry its work through 2004.
Pay & Benefits
Senior executives fear new salary rules will roll back job protections
Group asks House leader to push for revision of regulations.
News
IG: Energy facilities lack complete continuity of operations plans
Five laboratories, including four nuclear sites, failed to test emergency plans or correct weaknesses, report says.
Management
GAO cautions Pentagon on outsourcing weapons system maintenance work
The federal government could end up paying more in some cases.
Pay & Benefits
OPM says its hiring success can be a model for the government
The Office of Personnel Management is touting its hiring process, which over the past nine months brought in employees at an average of 36 days each.
Defense
Senators question FBI progress on reforms since 9/11 attacks
Senior bureau official cites accomplishments, but says critical issues must still be addressed.
Pay & Benefits
Appealing Overtime
Three federal workers' unions are petitioning an appeals court to take another look at a case involving overtime for federal workers.
Pay & Benefits
Union fights decision to change work schedules for some CMS employees
After impasses panel rules in favor of management on 25 of 26 issues, AFGE files motion for reconsideration.
Management
Defense solicits help in marketing competitive sourcing
The Pentagon is seeking a fresh approach to generating positive publicity for the controversial management initiative.
Defense
Chairman of 9/11 commission calls on Pentagon to support reform
Panel chief says he senses resistance from Defense Department on some recommendations for intelligence overhaul.
News
Study finds positive impression of federal government workers
New report from the Partnership for Public Service reveals that most Americans have a favorable view of the government, but think it is mired in bureaucracy.
Defense