Survey shows the political environment, senior leadership and the work culture drive top civil servants away.
The oil boom is leaving crucial federal services, including law enforcement and permitting, unfilled.
More cash in pocket would encourage retention of senior executives, but even a few kind words and a pat on the back would help.
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The medical center's pharmacy implemented the policy without a clinical determination about the possible health impacts, according to the Office of Special Counsel.
Republicans say the agency's financial problems stem from bad budgeting decisions, employee bonuses, and overspending on administrative costs.
The Homeland Security chief complained that advanced encryption methods have prevented law enforcement from accessing private records.
Annual medals program rewards worldwide accomplishments by federal employees as part of Public Service Recognition Week.
A coalition of civil rights groups is urging the U.S. Postal Service to provide greater accommodations for pregnant workers.
Federal retirement and health programs are likely targets of a 10-year Republican spending plan.
Over the past eight years, the report says, veterans have consistently earned more than their non-veteran counterparts and had slightly lower unemployment rates in 2014.
Advocates fear House measure aimed at retaliators and which could be precedent setting also could backfire on whistleblowers.
One year after promises of reform, whistleblowers say they are still isolated and harassed.
Renovation of scores of Veterans Affairs Department projects would be put on hold to free up funds for over-budget Denver hospital construction, according to internal documents.
