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This section provides resources related to human resources (HR) structures in government. Some resources are intended to help employees navigate workplace policies themselves, while others are targeted at HR professionals who would help onboard new employees.

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Work-Life Programs⁠

(Office of Personnel Management) An overview of work-life programs, including health and wellness, employee assistance, family and dependent care, and telework. Provides information on legislation as well as internal guides and toolkits related to those topics. Useful for all government employees.

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Introduction to Leave, Work-Life, and Workplace Flexibilities⁠

(Office of Personnel Management) A set of lessons detailing leave, work-life, and workplace flexibility programs available in the federal government. Includes interactive activities and a completion summary.

Resources on Workplace Policies (for All Employees):

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Flexible Work Schedules⁠

(Office of Personnel Management) A list of terms and definitions used to describe alternative government working situations, such as flexible work schedules and compressed work schedules.

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Glossary of Terms and Concepts⁠

(Office of Personnel Management) A list of terms used to describe government working arrangements and performance evaluations.

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Reduction in Force Training⁠

(Office of Personnel Management) A recording of an Office of Personnel Management event on reduction in force in the government context. Reduction in force refers to the process of determining who is affected and how when federal positions are downgraded or eliminated.

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Telework Fundamentals⁠

(Office of Personnel Management) A self-paced course for federal employees navigating remote work.

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Telework.gov⁠

(Office of Personnel Management) A website maintained by the Office of Personnel Management with resources and announcements for teleworking employees.

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Participation in Volunteer Activities⁠

(Office of Personnel Management) A guide for managers on granting employees time off for volunteer activities. Explains general time off, alternative work schedules, scheduled time off, and part-time employment and job sharing.

GAP ANALYSIS:

The human resources (HR) materials we found primarily explain specific government work policies. We were unable to find broader resources that explain the key ways in which the government workplace policies are different from those of private sector organizations, which would be helpful for technologists transitioning from industry.

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Procurement This section includes resources on federal procurement, which is the process by which the government contracts for goods and services. The resources include guides on different strategies for procurement, and trainings on how to work and contract with vendors.⁠

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion This section provides resources for promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the federal workplace and includes subsections specifically for LGBTQ+ employees, employees with disabilities, and employees who are veterans.⁠

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