11/21/24 Get your resume and lateral transfer requests ready NOW

When administrations change, there is typically a hiring freeze until political appointees are finalized. To get ahead of this PPQ is organizing a hiring blitz and plans to announce up to 42 positions next week. Hiring selections will have a target date of 12/9/24 and a start date no later than 1/12/25. Opportunities for lateral transfers will also be available. Anyone interested should ensure their preferences are updated ASAP.

5/15/25 An important message from the NAAE President

Colleagues and friends, Through the decades the Old NAAE built a proud tradition of steadfast advocacy. In recent years we have carried that legacy forward and reshaped the organization for the challenges of today. Together we opened the doors wider, invited greater participation, and showed every member that the union stands beside them. These are … 5/15/25 An important message from the NAAE President Read More »

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3/13/2025 Update on Return to Office Mandate

On February 26th, 2025, the NAAE President and Vice President received a “Courtesy Notice” titled “Return to Work”. Due to the vague nature of this notice, NAAE requested a briefing to clarify if the proposed “Return to Work” policy would effect all Teleworkers & Remote Workers, and if so, in what manner. After receiving a written response to … 3/13/2025 Update on Return to Office Mandate Read More »

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3/5/25: NAAE Statement Regarding Recent MSPB Stay

The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) has granted a temporary 45-day stay on personnel actions taken by the Department of Agriculture affecting probationary employees. This stay, effective for employees terminated since February 13, 2025, includes NAAE Bargaining Unit Employees (BUEs) within PPQ. This MSPB order requires the Department of Agriculture to demonstrate compliance within five … 3/5/25: NAAE Statement Regarding Recent MSPB Stay Read More »

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