Mar 23, 2023
The tension between politics and governance is an all-too-common part of the lives of federal employees. But, the Trump presidency mainstreamed terms like “drain the swamp” and “Deep State,” putting the federal bureaucracy into the spotlight. In any discussion of the role of civil service during the Trump...
Mar 22, 2023
According to a new study in Personnel Review, organizations that have strategic and effective HR and IT departments are better set up for success when shifting to remote work. As the new American work-life normal becomes clearer, effective telework becomes more important to organizations.
On Wednesday's podcast,...
Mar 21, 2023
While women make up half the population, women are underrepresented in leadership roles at large organizations. According to research, women face challenges when leading teams that men do not, including many stereotypes about leadership style. But, as social mores change, traits often associated with femininity like...
Mar 20, 2023
A security clearance is a key part of many jobs in the federal government and in the federal contracting world. Not only does it give someone access, but it also can help a job seeker’s financial prospects.
Lindy Kyzer is the editor of ClearanceJobs.com, a former Defense Department employee and a GovExec contributor....
Mar 17, 2023
The challenges to building a talent pipeline in government are not new, but they remain a huge part of human capital management in the public sector. Though its opportunities for career development and relative security separate public service from the private sector, government continues to struggle to cultivate...