Browsing: administrative grievance

Ask the Lawyer received the following question (paraphrased for easier reading and clarity) from a reader on a legal matter that might be of interest to the entire audience. Q: As part of my duties I am expected to telework on occasion during off duty hours. I am permitted to telework when OPM grants “unscheduled telework” status and was approved by my director. However, my executive director denied my request, and I am classified as a non-bargaining unit employee. What are my options? A: Non bargaining unit employees can use the administrative grievance procedure to raise issues such as those…

Ask the Lawyer received the following question (paraphrased for easier reading and clarity) from a reader on a legal matter that might be of interest to the entire audience. Q: I have been working for the government for over 15 years and was looking to be promoted this year. I was told I qualify for a GS-11 position and have had all good performance ratings, with no documentation of any issues. However, I was told I would not get a promotion, since I did not work on a project. Can this be a reason to deny my promotion? A: Career…