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Working
for the Federal Government - Benefits
The Federal Government recognizes many people are interested in the many
benefits available to permanent Federal employees. Each Federal agency has
a unique mission and requirements, and they each offer unique benefits
packages. Below is a sampling of the benefits that may be available to you
as a permanent Federal employee.
Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS): Benefits based on
amount of service and salary history.
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP): Multiple investment options similar to a
401(k) plan.
Social Security: Credit earned while working with the Government.
Retirement benefits, disability protection, and survivor protection.
Medicare - Part A: available to you at no cost at age 65.
Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB): No waiting
periods, required medical exam, or age/physical condition restrictions.
Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI): Group term life
insurance - Basic life insurance and three options (Standard, Additional,
and Family).
Leave and Holidays:
13 days sick leave each year; 13, 20, or 26 days of vacation leave each
year, depending on years of service; 10 days paid holiday each year.
Family Friendly Flexibilities:
Flexible Work Schedules; Telecommuting; Family Friendly Leave Policies;
Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Part-Time & Job Sharing Positions;
Child & Elder Care Resources Adoption Information/Incentives; Child
Support Services. Other arrangements:
Nursing Mothers Program;
On-site/near-site Day Care;
Day Care Tuition Assistance;
Child care/Elder care support groups
Recruitment Bonus
Lump-sum bonus to newly appointed employees for difficult-to-fill
positions. Up to 25% of basic pay may be paid prior to employee entering
on duty. Service agreement with repayment plan if service time not
fulfilled.
Relocation Bonus
Lump-sum bonus to newly appointed employees for difficult-to-fill position
in a different commuting area; up to 25% of basic pay. Service agreement
with repayment plan if service time not fulfilled.
Retention Allowance
Continuing payment to retain departing employees; up to 25% of basic pay.
Incentive Awards
Monetary; Time off; Honorary; Non-monetary
Employee Development
Career Resource Centers; Training Opportunities
Supportive of Community Service
Annual Combined Federal Campaign
Inter-agency Transfers
Transfer from one Federal agency/position to another without a break in
service.
Student Loan Repayment
Permits agencies to repay the student loans of Federal employees; used at
the discretion of the agency.
Long Term Care Insurance Program
The Program is not available Yet, but will be in place by October 2002.
Tuition Assistance