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Publisher: Office of Personnel Management Handbook On Pay and Leave Benefits For Federal Employees Affected By Severe Weather Emergencies or Other Emergency Situations 
 "Provides a general summary of the many pay and leave benefits available to assist Federal agencies and employees who must cope with severe weather emergencies or other emergency situations and their aftermath. ... Since many of the benefits discussed in this Handbook may be granted at the discretion of each employing agency, employees should contact their agency's human resources office for further information." Opens directly into a PDF file. From the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). http://www.opm.gov/oca/compmemo/2005/2005-18hb.pdf Topics: Environment, Hurricane Katrina Last updated Sep 22, 2005 USAJOBS
The Web's ultimate federal job list--every vacancy in the United States government, both in the U.S. and abroad. The current job openings database is updated daily and offers many search options. Also includes general federal employment information. http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Job Listings Last updated Oct 12, 2002 Memorial Day
Basic guidelines for observing the National Moment of Silence (3 p.m. local time) for Memorial Day. Suggestions include a minute of silence, turning on headlights, tapping a glass, and more. From the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. http://www.opm.gov/memorialday/ Topics: Communities & Groups, Holidays and Observances Individually, Military Last updated Nov 6, 2008 Post-Disaster Guidance and Other Information
This Office of Personnel Management (OPM) site contains information provided to help in the aftermath of the September 2001 terrorist attacks. It features the publication Handling Traumatic Events: A Manager's Handbook and up-to-date information on announcements from the agency. Includes pay and leave guidance for federal employees, rights and benefits of reservists called to active duty, a FAQ about benefits for victims of terrorist attacks, and a list of organizations assisting in disaster relief efforts. http://www.opm.gov/guidance/ Topics: Charity & Nonprofit Resources, September 11 & Beyond, Terrorism Last updated Aug 22, 2006 Office of Personnel Management: Federal Holidays
Federal law establishes the public holidays for federal employees in the United States. This site provides a list of the dates of those holidays for 1997 though 2020. From the Office of Personnel Management. http://www.opm.gov/Operating_Status_Schedules/fedhol/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Holidays by Region Last updated Sep 6, 2008 Dealing with Workplace Violence: A Guide for Agency Planners
This handbook "is intended to assist those who are responsible for establishing workplace violence initiatives at their agencies." Subjects include violence policy statements, prevention strategies, case studies (such as a shooting, stalking incident, and threats), investigation, threat assessment, employee relations, workplace security, and recovery after an incident. From the Office of Personnel Management, the human resources agency for the federal government. http://www.opm.gov/Employment_and_Benefits/WorkLife/OfficialDocuments/handbooksguides/WorkplaceViolence/ Topics: Jobs & Work Last updated Feb 7, 2006 Federal Classification and Job Grading Systems
"This website provides Federal classification and job grading information that is used to determine the pay plan, series, title, and grade for most work in the Federal Government." Standards and guides are listed under "White Collar Positions" and "Trade, Craft, and Labor Positions." Also includes draft standards, classification guidance, and links to related occupational materials. From the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. http://www.opm.gov/fedclass/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government Last updated Apr 25, 2006 Federal Cyber Service: Scholarship for Service (SFS)
SFS is "program designed to increase and strengthen the cadre of federal information assurance professionals that protect the government's critical information infrastructure. This program provides scholarships that fully fund" typical students costs while attending an approved institution of higher education. Features an FAQ for students and a list of participating institutions. From the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. https://www.sfs.opm.gov/ Topics: College and University Education Last updated Jun 12, 2007 U.S. Office of Personnel Management: Theodore Roosevelt
Background about the civil service reforms of Theodore Roosevelt, who was United States Civil Service Commissioner from 1889-1895. "As Commissioner he led efforts to investigate fraud and political abuse in government and expose corrupt government officials." Features a biography, timeline, quotes, photo gallery, and history of the civil service. Also includes a bibliography and links to related sites. From the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. http://www.opm.gov/about_opm/tr/index.asp Topics: Presidents by Name Last updated Sep 22, 2008 Transition to a New Presidential Administration
This site on federal executive branch employment describes how "[e]mployees in positions that traditionally change when Presidential Administrations change are not part of the competitive civil service. Rather, they are excepted from competitive service requirements. ... Incumbents of these discretionary positions customarily resign at the request of the new incoming Administration officials." Includes material on pay and benefits for presidential appointees, senior executive service (SES) employees, and more. From the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). http://www.opm.gov/transition/TRANS20R-Ch1.htm Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, The United States Presidency Last updated Nov 24, 2008 Guidance and Information on Furloughs
This document provides detailed guidance on the use of furloughs for the federal government civilian workforce. "A furlough is the placing of an employee in a temporary nonduty, nonpay status because of lack of work or funds, or other nondisciplinary reasons." Includes questions and answers about preparation, notices, temporary and part-time employees, employee benefits, deductions from pay, retirement, labor management implications, and much more. From the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. http://www.opm.gov/furlough/furlough.asp Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government Last updated Feb 17, 2009 |
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