OPM Wants to Eliminate the One-Year Promotion Wait for Federal Employees
Federal employees who have been waiting out the clock before their next promotion may soon find that clock no longer exists. OPM has...
OPM Proposes Government-Wide Nondisclosure Agreement for Federal Employees
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is moving forward with a proposal to create a standardized Nondisclosure Agreement (NDA) for...
OPM Turns to AI as Federal Hiring Challenges Continue
Federal hiring has long had a reputation for being slow, complicated, and difficult to navigate. Now, the Office of Personnel Management...
Applying for a Federal Job? Here’s What You Need to Know About the Loyalty Question
A legal battle is unfolding over essay questions added to thousands of federal job applications, and the outcome could affect how the civil...
OPM Admits Federal Workforce Performance Management Needs Work
As a member of the federal workforce, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management touches nearly every aspect of your career, from how...
Federal Employee Sentiment Is Slipping
Recent survey data points to a sharp decline in federal employee morale, engagement, and confidence in leadership. But understanding the...
OPM Launches HR Shared Service Center for Federal Agencies
The Office of Personnel Management has launched a new HR Shared Service Center, giving federal agencies the option to consolidate their...
OPM Proposes Changes to Federal Reduction in Force (RIF) Rules
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) published a proposed rule on March 5, 2026, in the Federal Register that would significantly...
Federal Employees and Union Time: OPM Reports Reveal Sharp Increase in Taxpayer Costs
The Office of Personnel Management has resumed detailed reporting on “official time,” offering a clearer look at how much...
Federal Employees Could See Major Changes to Appeals Process for Adverse Actions
The long-standing system that federal employees use to appeal adverse personnel actions may soon undergo a significant overhaul. Under...
