Management

Senate, White House Must Resolve Stalemate That Has Disabled Federal Employee Grievance Board

More than 2,000 work-related appeals have gone unanswered, undermining merit principles and agency performance.

Management

In Acquisition, Standing Still Is the Biggest Risk

Urgent mission needs demand innovative procurement tools; fortunately, agencies have options.

Management

Administration's Failure to Hire More Employees to Support Immigration System Meets Bipartisan Criticism

Customs and Border Protection and Justice Department face pressure from Congress to meet mandated hiring levels.

Management

Why Women Leaders Are Outperforming Men

In a knowledge economy, relationship excellence is especially critical to employee engagement, productivity and innovation.

Management

Women’s First NIH Grants Tend To Be $41K Less

First-time women principal investigator scientists receive considerably less funding from the National Institutes of Health than their male peers do, even at top research institutions, according to a new study.

Management

Trump Mar-a-Lago Buddy Wrote Policy Pitch. The President Sent It to VA Chief.

A handwritten note to Trump, addressed “Dear King,” presents another instance of access and influence for Mar-a-Lago associates.

Management

Pay for Performance is the Only Choice

At this point, the General Schedule is an impediment to good government.

Management

VA Procurement and Security Clearance Processing Land on GAO’s High-Risk List

Hiring reform remains a key challenge and contributes to problems across government, the watchdog found.

Management

Agriculture Department Staff Given Marching Orders for Controversial Move

Despite legislated delay, research offices prepare to relocate most employees.

Management

What Did You Learn From Your Worst Boss Ever?

There are definitely “worst boss” behaviors that come up again and again that serve as a reference point for anyone who wants to be the best boss.

Management

House Democrats Ramp Up Pressure on White House Security Clearances

Justice Department is asked to investigate whether Trump interfered with Kushner’s case.

Oversight

Senator Takes on Budget, Pay and Hiring Reforms in Latest Version of Annual Waste Report

Lankford goes beyond the usual rundown of silly grants, suggesting ways to end shutdowns and save money through benefits changes.

Management

Most Stakeholders Say They're Optimistic About Trump’s New OPM Pick

Dale Cabaniss will be tasked with implementing controversial provisions of the Trump administration's government reorganization plan.

Management

Automation and the Future of Work

In a crowded Democratic field, South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg is homing in on automation of jobs as a key 2020 presidential issue.

Management

Trump Taps Former Labor Board Chairwoman to Lead OPM

Dale Cabaniss previously led the Federal Labor Relations Authority and spent more than 20 years overseeing civil service issues in the Senate.

Management

FLRA Plan to Review Arbitration Standards Alarms Unions

An announcement that the agency will revisit long-held precedent could mark another pro-management effort by the Trump administration.

Management

The House’s Latest Move Could Be a Big Threat to Trump’s Presidency

A sweeping new probe launched by the House Judiciary Committee could be the most revealing yet about the president’s alleged misconduct.

Management

Lawmakers Look to Crack Down on Federal Employee Travel

Members of both parties seek to make government travel more transparent and ethical.