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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.
By Reg Jones
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.
By Reg Jones
Opinion
How to prepare for increased oversight of cybersecurity
Cyber risk management at federal agencies driven from the top is becoming more pressing as the U.S. enters an era of near-peer competition with Chin
By Kris Lovejoy
Will my most recent federal service count if I take early retirement?
Early retirement provisions under FERS often have special requirements.
By Reg Jones
Is it worth delaying retirement to maximize high-3 at next GS level?
Your “high-3” average pay is the highest average basic pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of service.
By Reg Jones