Resources for federal employees
You have the right to protest even as a federal employee!
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Tip: Do not do any political or activist activity on agency equipment or on agency time.
Civil Service Strong​
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Legal Support for Federal Workers: Rise Up offers free legal help to federal workers harmed by the Trump Administration’s anti-worker policies.
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Volunteer to Help Federal Workers: Volunteer lawyers in the Rise Up network receive training to provide free legal support to federal workers facing job threats or rights violations.
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Provide Information to Help Us Fight for You: If you have been RIF'd or classified to the new schedule PC, we'd like to hear from you.
Federal Unionist Network
The Federal Unionists Network (FUN) is a network of federal unionists and our allies organizing to support each other in strengthening our unions, improving our agencies, and building solidarity across the federal sector of the labor movement. Through a mass action campaign, federal workers and community supporters will challenge every illegitimate and unjustified layoff.
PEER (Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility)
PEER’s work includes representing whistleblowers, protecting government workers’ First Amendment rights, and upholding civil service laws. We also work with government employees, usually anonymously, to address issues through official channels and to bring hidden information into the light of day. In addition, we file complaints with Inspector Generals and other investigatory bodies to further the interests of our clients.
Freedom of Speech as a
Federal Employee:
Disciplinary Resources
So you've been threatened with a disciplinary investigation. Here's what to do next.
Disciplinary Process
Interviews
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You have the right to Union support.
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It's okay to say "I don't know" or "I haven't thought of it that way".
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You can review interview write-up & have opportunity to add statement.
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investigations
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You do not have to show them your personal devices.​
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If they do electronic investigation, they should write justification.
Removal Process
​If a full suspension or worse:
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Must have "Proposer" (immediate supervisor) & "Decider" (higher level supervisor).
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Have to go through 12 Douglas Factors to justify.
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You should have at least 15 days to review & view all evidence.
Appeals
You have two avenues for appeal:
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Possible Legal Counsel