OpinionRegistered Apprenticeships: An old idea to renew the federal workforceA third of all federal employees are nearing retirement, while just 7% are younger than 30. Registered Apprenticeships can aid the youth movement.5 days ago
Ask Reg: Is the Secret Service a good career choice monetarily? The federal agency conducts criminal investigations and protects U.S. political leaders, their families and visiting heads of state.7 days ago
Your CareerRetiring from federal government - again! Will my annuity change?A regular retiree is eligible to return to work for the federal government or in the private sector.
How is locality pay in Alaska and Hawaii used in determining high-3?In the locality pay program, Federal pay is compared to non-Federal pay for the same levels of work.12 days ago
Can I buy back training time for active duty ordered by high command?Military service in the Armed Forces of the U.S. is creditable for retirement purposes if it was active service terminated under honorable conditions.13 days ago
Will I get a lump-sum payment for unused home leave?Employees must complete a minimum of 12 months of continuous service abroad before home leave eligibility is established.2 weeks ago
When will I get my welcome to retirement letter from OPM?The federal employee retirement backlog shot back up in January, snapping a four-month streak of steadily shrinking caseloads.3 weeks ago
Can my husband drop me off his federal health coverage?The 2025 FEHB Open Season will run from November 11, 2024 through December 9, 2024.4 weeks ago
Is the FERS ‘High-3′ salary formula based on calendar years?The high-3 for federal retirement is the three highest years of income during your federal career.6 weeks ago
Will my spouse’s Social Security income affect my CSRS annuity?Federal employees' eligibility for Social Security retirement benefits depends on if they worked under the Civil Service Retirement System.6 weeks ago
How much will my CSRS pension affect my Social Security benefit?The amount of the reduction depends on your years of Social Security-covered service.8 weeks ago
Do excepted service years count toward federal retirement?Excepted service positions are any federal or civil service positions which are not in the competitive service or the Senior Executive service.2 months ago
When do Cost of Living Adjustments begin for a FERS retiree?Federal Employees Retirement System retirees hired in 1984 or later will only see a COLA of 2.2%. for 2024.2 months ago
Will I have to start over on annual and sick leave if rehired?As a re-employed annuitant, the salary your receive from your new job will be reduced by the amount of your annuity.3 months ago
Are excess federal retirement contribution refunds taxed?You can typically expect to receive your refund within 30 to 45 days from the date OPM receives all your necessary forms.3 months ago
State Dept. hiring, overtime slash passport wait times as demand soarsThe department said it issued more than 24 million passports in the fiscal year that ended Sept. 30.3 months ago
Can I retire under FERS retroactively?Congress created the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) in 1986, and it became effective on January 1, 1987.3 months ago
Can I retire before the FERS minimum retirement age? The minimum retirement age for federal employees hinges on the type of retirement.3 months ago
Does combat time earn a special exception from FERS requirements?FERS deposits (excluding Peace Corps and VISTA volunteer service) are normally 1.3 percent of your basic pay for the service, plus interest.3 months ago