Pay & Benefits

Change Happens

Management reform could start with federal benefits.

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Playing Favorites

All’s fair in love and war, but not always in pay and benefits.

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Low-Hanging Benefits

Congressional analysts have again examined federal employee benefits that are ripe for cuts.

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Managing Success

Pay is only one factor in job satisfaction, says a former federal employee and author.

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OPM addresses shortage of federal veterinarians

Official says a new governmentwide effort to recruit and retain more vets builds on earlier initiatives.

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Location, Location

Adding a real estate fund to the TSP is not a sound investment, consulting firm says.

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Staying the Course

A survey shows most Thrift Savings Plan participants are sticking with the program despite current financial market woes.

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Uncharted Territory

Locality pay was never intended to be linked to job performance, but some agencies are trying just that.

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Pay-for-Performance Pointers

Management group offers recommendations for improving federal salary system.

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Skilled Labor

If agencies want employees with leadership skills and language abilities, they should be willing to pay for it.

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Room to Improve

Federal employees are happy with their paid vacation and sick leave, but are less enthusiastic about some other benefits.

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Pay Justice

Federal judges make far less money than their private sector counterparts, and the problem is likely to get worse without intervention.

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Second Chances

An extension of the annual open season for benefits gives employees more time to do their homework.

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Health Care Complications

When it comes to insurance options, clear information is imperative.

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Continuing Care

Federal employees with dependent children over age 22 might want to check out a new health insurance option.

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Silver Lining

Federal employees invested in the Thrift Savings Plan have reason to look on the bright side during this gloomy economy.

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Health Plan Checkup

Employees should do their homework before enrolling in a new health plan during open season.

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Goals for Giving

The CFC appeals to employees and eases the donation process online.

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Sick Leave Slowdown

Legislation allowing more federal employees to cash out accrued sick leave at retirement isn't dead yet.

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Unfounded Fears

The economy and stock market might be in a tailspin, but federal employees shouldn’t start panicking about their benefits just yet.