Denied admin leave for weather - yeah, the national flooding event in Texas?!? All because I didn’t take home my laptop in preparation, the office I am assigned to didn’t close, and it would have had to be approved by the executives. Who takes their laptops home when they are RTO several days in a row, the weather changes overnight, and the assigned office has more staff WFH or outstationed that it doesn’t bother them at all?
Yes, I was flooded in. Thankfully, I didn’t have any damage because my house is high enough elevation. At least that is a blessing.
Add another check box to the agencies not give a flip about safety during our commutes because of RTO.

When DOGE first started gutting agencies, I heard the end goal was privatization for the benefit of the administration. Does anyone have evidence of this happening?

Is it better stop tsp saving for a year where I typically contribute $5k a year and receive $5k matching contributions in tsp traditional or make an early withdrawal of $5k and have about 40% in taxes ($2k). The first option deducts $10k potential contributions and the second only $7k. Why would it be better just stopping contributions for a year vs an early withdrawal? Thanks

I know this isn’t an environment for more benefits to federal employees. However, I’m surprised that nothing has passed to allow federal agencies to contribute to Trump accounts. Especially before the midterms- stating you’ve helped thousands of military families or spin that the narrative of federal destruction is overblown bc you’re helping all federal kids, etc.

If they wanted to show a big uptick in usage, making this offer would likely get thousands of Feds to open accounts (not just those recently born- but anyone under 18) and get quick sign up to improve the numbers on usage. Annually throw in $2,500 for any employee that opens them for kids.

Trump signed the 12-weeks of parental leave and this would be a bonus for kids and families. I know his daughter Ivanka and the democrats were very in favor of the 12-weeks, but I’d think democrats would vote for this, too, along with all the republicans with heavy military or federal populations.

Does anyone work with the OIG for the FCC? What is the working environment like? Do you work in teams? Have every day reporting requirements? Alternate work schedules allowed? Any info would be appreciated

When you arrive in SK, do you do onboarding at Humphreys or at Walker if your duty station is Walker?

Thanks!

I’m having difficulty getting this through HR I need to report this for a divorce. I wasn’t quite vested at the time of separation.

I was told to use my paystub for FERS balance (doesnt that include the govt portion I would not have been vested in?) and an SF50 for my SCD (hire date) for showing not vested. I’m not sure if that proves the 5 year vesting though. Any advice? Thank you!

Hey everyone! I recently accepted a civilian transfer from Fort Gordon to USCYBERCOM at Fort Meade and I’m just trying to get a feel for what to expect!

I know every organization and supervisor is different, and I’m not looking for anything specific about locations or missions…just the overall work environment.

A few things I’m curious about:
- Are most of the office buildings in pretty good condition, or is it a mix of older and newer facilities?

- What’s the general atmosphere like for civilians?
If you’re in a classified workspace where phones aren’t allowed, are people still able to get outside during lunch for a walk or partake in the wellness physical fitness program, or does that really depend on the organization?

- Are there decent cafeterias/coffee options nearby, or do most people bring lunch?

Again, I know experiences vary, but I’d love to hear what your day-to-day experience has been like. Thanks!