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Office of Personnel Management extends hiring authority to fill pandemic gaps
With the extension, government entities may hire individuals that meet the job qualification requirements directly, forgoing the traditional competitive application process. Any positions needed in direct response to the effects to the effects of COVID-19 may be filled under this authority.
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Foreign Service exam update increases reliance on IBM evaluation software
The score an applicant earns on the FSOT will now be combined with the score they receive on the Preliminary-QEP, the first of two parts to the QEP. During the preliminary stage, an automated deep text analysis tool made by IBM evaluates the personal narratives which an applicant submits prior to taking the FSOT.
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State Department mismanaged fuel purchases for years, watchdog says
Dozens of overseas missions across multiple geographic regions incurred approximately $77 million in questionable fuel costs due to insufficient documentation and document reviews, improper acceptance procedures and fuel equipment deficiencies, according to the State Department Office of Inspector General.
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Archbishop: Catholic troops can refuse COVID-19 vaccine
Archbishop for the Military Services, USA releases new guidance on COVID-19 vaccines for Catholic troops.
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Federal Benefits Guide 2022
The Federal Times benefits guide will provide new and longtime federal employees with a single source for understanding their pay, insurance and retirement options. The guide will provide up-to-date information on pay raises, health insurance rates, retirement policy and educational partnerships designed especially for federal employees. Interactive graphics and links to official government documents will…
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VA staff have a few days left to get COVID vaccines or get fired
Tens of thousands of staffers either have not started the vaccine regiment yet or have not filed paperwork showing their vaccine status.
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Each year, Military Times ranks the best colleges for veterans.
Each year, Military Times ranks the best schools for veterans.
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C4ISRNET Market Intel Newsletter
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Extend contractor reimbursement period, trade groups urge Congress
Trade groups are urging lawmakers to extend the window for reimbursing government contractor costs for COVID-19 connected disruptions and cost increases, set to close Sept. 30.
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Troops who stepped up for COVID-19 pandemic response are eligible for these two medals
Troops who mobilized for COVID-19 support are eligible for the Armed Forces Service Medal or Humanitarian Service Medal.
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Office of Personnel Management extends hiring authority to fill pandemic gaps
With the extension, government entities may hire individuals that meet the job qualification requirements directly, forgoing the traditional competitive application process. Any positions needed in direct response to the effects to the effects of COVID-19 may be filled under this authority.
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Foreign Service exam update increases reliance on IBM evaluation software
The score an applicant earns on the FSOT will now be combined with the score they receive on the Preliminary-QEP, the first of two parts to the QEP. During the preliminary stage, an automated deep text analysis tool made by IBM evaluates the personal narratives which an applicant submits prior to taking the FSOT.
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State Department mismanaged fuel purchases for years, watchdog says
Dozens of overseas missions across multiple geographic regions incurred approximately $77 million in questionable fuel costs due to insufficient documentation and document reviews, improper acceptance procedures and fuel equipment deficiencies, according to the State Department Office of Inspector General.
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Archbishop: Catholic troops can refuse COVID-19 vaccine
Archbishop for the Military Services, USA releases new guidance on COVID-19 vaccines for Catholic troops.
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Federal Benefits Guide 2022
The Federal Times benefits guide will provide new and longtime federal employees with a single source for understanding their pay, insurance and retirement options. The guide will provide up-to-date information on pay raises, health insurance rates, retirement policy and educational partnerships designed especially for federal employees. Interactive graphics and links to official government documents will…
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VA staff have a few days left to get COVID vaccines or get fired
Tens of thousands of staffers either have not started the vaccine regiment yet or have not filed paperwork showing their vaccine status.
-
Each year, Military Times ranks the best colleges for veterans.
Each year, Military Times ranks the best schools for veterans.
-
C4ISRNET Market Intel Newsletter
Sign-up to receive the latest whitepapers, ebooks, webcasts and more from Defense News & C4ISRNET.
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Extend contractor reimbursement period, trade groups urge Congress
Trade groups are urging lawmakers to extend the window for reimbursing government contractor costs for COVID-19 connected disruptions and cost increases, set to close Sept. 30.
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Troops who stepped up for COVID-19 pandemic response are eligible for these two medals
Troops who mobilized for COVID-19 support are eligible for the Armed Forces Service Medal or Humanitarian Service Medal.
-
Office of Personnel Management extends hiring authority to fill pandemic gaps
With the extension, government entities may hire individuals that meet the job qualification requirements directly, forgoing the traditional competitive application process. Any positions needed in direct response to the effects to the effects of COVID-19 may be filled under this authority.
-
Foreign Service exam update increases reliance on IBM evaluation software
The score an applicant earns on the FSOT will now be combined with the score they receive on the Preliminary-QEP, the first of two parts to the QEP. During the preliminary stage, an automated deep text analysis tool made by IBM evaluates the personal narratives which an applicant submits prior to taking the FSOT.
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State Department mismanaged fuel purchases for years, watchdog says
Dozens of overseas missions across multiple geographic regions incurred approximately $77 million in questionable fuel costs due to insufficient documentation and document reviews, improper acceptance procedures and fuel equipment deficiencies, according to the State Department Office of Inspector General.
-
Archbishop: Catholic troops can refuse COVID-19 vaccine
Archbishop for the Military Services, USA releases new guidance on COVID-19 vaccines for Catholic troops.
-
Federal Benefits Guide 2022
The Federal Times benefits guide will provide new and longtime federal employees with a single source for understanding their pay, insurance and retirement options. The guide will provide up-to-date information on pay raises, health insurance rates, retirement policy and educational partnerships designed especially for federal employees. Interactive graphics and links to official government documents will…
-
VA staff have a few days left to get COVID vaccines or get fired
Tens of thousands of staffers either have not started the vaccine regiment yet or have not filed paperwork showing their vaccine status.
-
Each year, Military Times ranks the best colleges for veterans.
Each year, Military Times ranks the best schools for veterans.
-
C4ISRNET Market Intel Newsletter
Sign-up to receive the latest whitepapers, ebooks, webcasts and more from Defense News & C4ISRNET.
-
Extend contractor reimbursement period, trade groups urge Congress
Trade groups are urging lawmakers to extend the window for reimbursing government contractor costs for COVID-19 connected disruptions and cost increases, set to close Sept. 30.
-
Troops who stepped up for COVID-19 pandemic response are eligible for these two medals
Troops who mobilized for COVID-19 support are eligible for the Armed Forces Service Medal or Humanitarian Service Medal.
