Defense
DHS urged to shift bonus money from execs to employees
House committee Democrats give the department a failing grade for employee morale.
Management
Human capital officers' council outlines structural changes
Group’s annual report to lawmakers notes extended involvement in training academy, realignment of subcommittees.
Defense
Union, immigration agency move toward new contract
Agency still is operating under an agreement reached before the formation of the Homeland Security Department.
Pay & Benefits
OPM strengthens health savings accounts benefit
By the beginning of 2008, eligible employees will be able to make pre-tax contributions.
Management
Agencies launch air traffic training for disabled veterans
Program partly aimed at offsetting anticipated retirements at the FAA.
Management
NASA chief asks lawmakers for more workforce flexibilities
Agency would like to be able to offer permanent employees incentives to switch to temporary status.
Management
TSP board awards contract for forms processing
In a $16 million deal, SI International will help process paper transactions faster.
Management
Intelligence agency employees praise 'performance culture'
But survey shows intelligence community is “still not good enough” in dealing with poor performers.
Management
Diplomatic, intelligence agencies win praise for recruiting
In a speech at the Excellence in Government conference, Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte expresses optimism about the future leadership of security agencies.
Pay & Benefits
OPM seeks input on proposed nuclear security pay system
Public hearing generates low turnout, but employees, union representatives and others submit comments on proposed pay-for-performance system.
News
Management fellows seek agency assignments
Presidential Management Fellows embark on two-year program of classroom training and rotational assignments with various agencies.
Management
NASA urged to align internal, external workforces
Agency generally rates well on employee satisfaction, despite its heavy reliance on contractors.
Pay & Benefits
March a solid month for TSP returns
In a reversal from February, the three riskiest funds in the Thrift Savings Plan post the strongest gains.
Defense
Union seeks to halt funding for DHS personnel system
Agency spokesman argues that cutting human capital funding would be detrimental to employees.
Pay & Benefits
Senator reintroduces pay for performance measure
Bill would deny annual raises to employees with low performance ratings.
News
Federal recruitment campaign expands with three new ads
Advertisements prompt more visits to the government’s official job search Web site, OPM says.
Management
Lawmakers urge EPA inspector to hold off on staff cuts
Several House members say the move, prompted by projected budget reductions, is premature.
Management
House panel votes to repeal DHS personnel overhaul
Move comes weeks after department announced its intentions to move ahead with portions of the new system.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmakers probe GAO decision on pay adjustments
House members seek more details on why 308 analysts did not receive the raises promised to them last year.
Management
Feds report job and pay satisfaction
Majority of survey respondents see benefits to pay for performance systems, but many are not confident of successful implementation.
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