Written by our veteran team of experts, the 2020 Federal Employees Handbook contains the very latest critical information on your federal pay and benefits and workplace policies and will help you take full advantage of your opportunities and avoid costly mistakes. All New in The 2020 Federal Employees Handbook:A close look at the new personnel authorities for the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security-their pay, performance evaluation, hiring, disciplinary and other procedures that mean huge changes in work life for employees working there and possible precedents for other agenciesThe latest on contracting-out policies and how they might threaten your jobNew hiring authorities that could affect your promotional potential, including how veterans preference comes into playNew leave benefits for employees called to active military dutyThe latest on what happens to your benefits if you separate before retirement eligibilityNew withdrawal and other policies at the Thrift Savings PlanHow you might qualify for a payment from the "e;human capital performance fund"e;Guidance on what will be expected of you in emergency situationsLatest policies and figures on health, life and long-term care insurance, flexible spending accounts, federal retirement, Social Security and other benefitsAlso Included in our "e;Flagship"e; 2020 Federal Employees Handbook:The new "e;premium conversion"e; tax break under FEHBHow federal employees can use the Career Intern ProgramGovernment payments for liability insurancePublic transit subsidies for federal workersWays agencies can pay you more moneyHow the government can help you pay off your student loansAllowable use of computers and other office equipment for personal purposesHours of work for official travelAllowable reimbursement for travel from non-federal sourcesLatest information on leave policies, including eligibility for lump-sum payments for annual leave, alternative uses of sick leave and new rules on military leave for federally employed ReservistsHow the new "e;retirement errors"e; correction law can affect your benefitsEligibility, benefit choices, and premium considerations under the imminent federal long-term care programHow to file employment-related financial claims against the governmentNew requirements to allow employees to work off-site, including from their homes!Brand new TSP investment options and rulesAnd complete updated and revised for 2020:Federal Pay Systems, Pay and Compensation Policies, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement, The Thrift Savings Plan, Social Security, Medicare, Taxation of Federal Benefits, General Employment and Workplace Rules, Employment Restrictions, Veterans' Rights and Preference, On-the-Job Injuries and Illnesses, Downsizing Policies, Directory of Unions and Other Groups, Appealing Agency Actions Against You, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Leave and Other Forms of Time Off, Survivor Benefits Travel, Transportation, Per Diem and Relocation Allowances, and more!

Written by our veteran team of experts, the 2020 Federal Employees Handbook contains the very latest critical information on your federal pay and benefits and workplace policies and will help you take full advantage of your opportunities and avoid costly mistakes. All New in The 2020 Federal Employees Handbook:A close look at the new personnel authorities for the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security-their pay, performance evaluation, hiring, disciplinary and other procedures that mean huge changes in work life for employees working there and possible precedents for other agenciesThe latest on contracting-out policies and how they might threaten your jobNew hiring authorities that could affect your promotional potential, including how veterans preference comes into playNew leave benefits for employees called to active military dutyThe latest on what happens to your benefits if you separate before retirement eligibilityNew withdrawal and other policies at the Thrift Savings PlanHow you might qualify for a payment from the "e;human capital performance fund"e;Guidance on what will be expected of you in emergency situationsLatest policies and figures on health, life and long-term care insurance, flexible spending accounts, federal retirement, Social Security and other benefitsAlso Included in our "e;Flagship"e; 2020 Federal Employees Handbook:The new "e;premium conversion"e; tax break under FEHBHow federal employees can use the Career Intern ProgramGovernment payments for liability insurancePublic transit subsidies for federal workersWays agencies can pay you more moneyHow the government can help you pay off your student loansAllowable use of computers and other office equipment for personal purposesHours of work for official travelAllowable reimbursement for travel from non-federal sourcesLatest information on leave policies, including eligibility for lump-sum payments for annual leave, alternative uses of sick leave and new rules on military leave for federally employed ReservistsHow the new "e;retirement errors"e; correction law can affect your benefitsEligibility, benefit choices, and premium considerations under the imminent federal long-term care programHow to file employment-related financial claims against the governmentNew requirements to allow employees to work off-site, including from their homes!Brand new TSP investment options and rulesAnd complete updated and revised for 2020:Federal Pay Systems, Pay and Compensation Policies, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement, The Thrift Savings Plan, Social Security, Medicare, Taxation of Federal Benefits, General Employment and Workplace Rules, Employment Restrictions, Veterans' Rights and Preference, On-the-Job Injuries and Illnesses, Downsizing Policies, Directory of Unions and Other Groups, Appealing Agency Actions Against You, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Leave and Other Forms of Time Off, Survivor Benefits Travel, Transportation, Per Diem and Relocation Allowances, and more!