What are Federal Employees’ Union Rights?
When your agency announces a policy change or you’re called into what feels like a disciplinary meeting, understanding your union rights becomes suddenly vital. Understanding …
Federal Employment Law
Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) for Federal Employees
Receiving notification of a Performance Improvement Plan can feel like your federal career is suddenly at risk. That moment when your supervisor hands you …
Collective Bargaining Agreements for Federal Employees
As a federal employee, your work life is governed by a carefully negotiated set of rules—your collective bargaining agreement. This article is designed for collective …
Is there a “Best” Age to Retire from the Federal Government?
As a federal employee approaching retirement, you’re facing one of the most important financial decisions of your career. When planning your retirement, determining the best age to …
What is Reduction in Force in the Federal Government and What To Do
When a federal agency chooses to abolish one or more employment positions, this is what is known as a Reduction In Force (RIF) in …
Can You Lose Federal Retirement If You Are Fired?
If you’re at risk of losing your federal job or have already been fired, you might be concerned about your retirement benefits. What happens …
Understanding the Federal Employee Probationary Period
Starting a career in the federal government is an exciting journey, but it comes with a unique twist – the federal employee probationary period. …
Are Federal Employees At-Will Employees?
Think of federal employment as a different ballgame altogether. While private sector employees often work under the “at-will” doctrine – where they can be …
Handling a Federal Employee Complaint Against a Supervisor for Misconduct
Address Federal Supervisor Misconduct with Confidence Few things are more upsetting in the business world than supervisor misconduct. This is especially true when you …