DHS Emphasize Customer Experience Focus in Recruitment Efforts
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is launching a “technologist” hiring initiative to digitize services and reduce the administrative burdens in accessing public services.
Family Plan: Yours, Mine, or Ours?
In life, when deciding on major milestones, having a plan is key. A plan allows you to not only stay on track with your goals, but helps you achieve them as well. When starting a family, the same applies in a joint plan.
COPS Office, Policing Institute Issue Mass Protesting Guidance for Law Enforcement
The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) at the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued guidance to assist law enforcement agencies in responding to mass demonstrations.
White House Submits Funding Proposals as Congress Prepares Stop-gap Measure
Lawmakers are working on a continuing resolution (CR) that would extend current government funding levels through December 16, 2022, as the fiscal year (FY) expires on September 30, 2022.
Fifth Circuit Limits Fourth Amendment Actions Involving Federal Employees
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit described the case as one presenting “a novel question involving two provisions within the Constitution: the U.S. Postal Service and the Fourth Amendment.”
‘Fat Leonard’ Makes His Escape, Federal Authorities Launch Manhunt
Nearly a dozen U.S. law enforcement agencies are in pursuit of Leonard Glenn Francis, the former Malaysian defense contractor convicted of a historic, multimillion-dollar U.S. Navy bribery scandal.
The Need for Speed in Acquisition Training
On the latest FEDtalk, we take a trip around the track as host Jason Briefel welcomes guests discussing how the training industry is evolving to meet the needs of the federal acquisition workforce.
Infusing Innovation into Acquisition at DHS
Using the Procurement Innovation Lab (PIL), Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officials are experimenting with new acquisition strategies to streamline processes and improve efficiency for industry and government.
The Expansion of Operation Cross Country
Operation Cross Country is an annual operation conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) with local law enforcement to identify and help child sex trafficking victims nationwide.
SEA, Deloitte Survey to Assess Capabilities Cross-Sector Capabilities
As federal managers and executives have a unique understanding of how the government operates, the Senior Executives Association (SEA) and Deloitte are inviting you to share your experience.
Fourth Circuit Rules MSPB Can't Adjudicate "Mixed Case" of EEO Claims, IRA Appeals
The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) lacks jurisdiction to address equal employment opportunity (EEO) claims in “individual right of action” whistleblower reprisal appeals, the Fourth Circuit recently held.
Notorious Offender Receives 55-Year Sentence for Murder of Federal Officer
U.S. District Judge Matthew Kennelly sentenced Floyd Brown to 55 years in federal prison for the killing of Special Deputy U.S. Marshal Jacob Keltner following a jury conviction.
White House Revitalizes Efforts to Secure Federal Employees a 4.6% Pay Raise
President Joseph Biden has formally announced his intention to raise the pay of civilian federal employees under the General Schedule (GS) beginning on January 1, 2023.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Surpasses $10 Billion in Debt Relief
The Department of Education announced this week that the federal government has eliminated approximately $10 billion in student loan debt for over 175,000 public servants in just 10 months.
Safer Federal Workforce Task Force Issues New COVID-19 Screening, Travel Guidance
The Safer Federal Workforce Task Force issued updated guidance this week concerning COVID-19 symptom screening and travel for federal employees and contractors.
Navigating Shame & Stigma in the Aftermath of Loss
The Survivors of Blue Suicide Foundation (SBS) is committed to making sure families and colleagues know that they are not alone in their grief as they navigate their loss with the knowledge that their officers mattered.
Facing Challenges That Deter Many
It’s not easy to become a Deputy U.S. Marshal because it’s not easy to be a Deputy U.S. Marshal. Every day, we face challenges that would make the average person quit. We like it that way.
Pentagon Implements Expansive Departmental Social Media Policy
Acting Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Gordon Trowbridge issued a new policy outlining how official social media accounts should advance the mission of the U.S. military.
DOJ Announces ATF Ghost Gun Rule is in Effect
The Department of Justice announced Wednesday that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) new frame and receiver rule is now in effect.
Total of 614 Deaths Reported in Federal Custody in FY 2020, 31% Increase from FY 2019
A recent report from the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) indicated that deaths in federal custody in fiscal year (FY) 2020 rose to its highest level since FY 2016.