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What federal employees should know about racial discrimination
If there was still any doubt that racial discrimination continues to plague our nation and harm our society, the recent protests should put that doubt to rest. Despite our nation’s lofty ideals, our society falls short in many ways. These include workplace inequality,...
Should federal employees return to unsafe offices?
Like all employees, federal employees have the right to a safe workspace. However, you may sometimes find it difficult to enforce that right, especially when your agency claims it has already responded to your safety concerns.This is an issue that recently became...
The chilling effects of whistleblower retaliation
How often should government employees have to choose between saving lives and advancing their careers? You might think you should be able to do both, but as recent events remind us, many people find themselves torn by the decision. And they don’t all choose to save...
Do federal employees have a duty to report wrongdoings?
The federal government is a massive, multi-trillion-dollar machine. It impacts nearly every aspect of life within the United State—and even across the globe. But at the ground level, it’s made up of people.People like you are responsible for managing, overseeing and...
Myth versus fact: OPM disability retirement
When you applied for your federal job, you may or may not have known it, but you signed up for a career full of paperwork and bureaucracy. Sure, there are plenty of good things about federal employment, such as the chance to serve your nation and make a difference....
Separating your federal career from your old one
There’s a key difference to working inside the government versus working outside of it. Outside the government, businesses focus on profit. They chase after it with a naked, unabashed thirst, pausing only to make sure they pay heed to the rules and—sometimes—their...
How your response to proposed discipline can help or hurt you
What’s the difference between being overburdened at work or being inefficient? Sometimes it’s just a matter of perception. You might believe you have too much work to complete in the time you’re given. Your supervisor may think you’re not working fast enough....
Who qualifies for OPM disability retirement?
If you suffer an injury or illness that leaves you unable to do your job, you may worry about your future. Fortunately, as a federal employee, you may be eligible for disability retirement benefits. But to access those benefits, you need to apply with the Office of...