Federal Worker Rif Resource Portal

Step-by-step guide to prepare for a potential RIF, including documentation gathering and timeline planning. Interactive tools to estimate retirement benefits, severance pay, and healthcare costs during transition. Interactive decision trees to help navigate complex benefit and retirement choices. If you've recently received a RIF notice or believe you may be affected by an upcoming RIF action, follow these steps to navigate the process effectively: "After 23 years of federal service, I faced a RIF at age 52. Using the Discontinued Service Retirement calculator, I discovered I was eligible for immediate retirement with continued health benefits.

This portal helped me navigate the complex application process and transition smoothly." The U.S. Office of Personnel Management develops policy and provides guidance to Federal agencies regarding Reduction in Force (RIF). This page serves as a portal to assist you in locating pertinent information and content related to RIF in the Federal Government. When an agency must abolish positions, the RIF regulations determine whether an employee keeps his or her present position, or whether the employee has a right to a different position. The regulatory requirements governing reduction in force are contained in Title 5, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 351.

Federal agencies must follow the procedures contained in the Code of Federal Regulations when conducting a RIF. The law provides that OPM's RIF regulations must give effect to four factors in releasing employees: An agency is required to use the RIF procedures when an employee is faced with separation or downgrading for a reason such as reorganization, lack of work, shortage of funds, insufficient personnel ceiling, or... A furlough of more than 30 calendar days, or of more than 22 discontinuous work days, is also a RIF action. (A furlough of 30 or fewer calendar days, or of 22 or fewer discontinuous work days, is an adverse action.) This site provides general and detailed information and guidance on RIF procedures.

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In response to the recent disruptions to the civil service, the Partnership for Public Service is launching FedSupport, a centralized hub that provides critical resources to current and former federal employees navigating this time... The site offers answers to federal employees’ frequently asked questions, a resource library on timely topics, and a platform where members of the public and federal employees can submit stories that highlight the impact... At the Partnership, we believe a strong and effective government relies on a high-performing, apolitical workforce. This principle has guided our work for over 20 years, and it continues to drive what we do. FedSupport demonstrates our commitment to supporting civil servants as they navigate the dramatically changing federal landscape, whether they continue to serve our country or transition to new opportunities. FedSupport provides curated resources—including blogs, analysis, fact sheets and guides—on a wide range of timely topics such as federal employee rights, reductions in force, career transitions and more.

As federal agencies undergo workforce reductions, many employees are left wondering what the next round of the Reduction in Force (RIF) will look like and whether it will impact them. Some of you may be unaffected, while others could face sudden job loss with little to no warning. Many federal employees recently were caught off guard, leaving them unprepared for the transition. Federal employees who suddenly receive notice may be handed a box and asked to vacate the premises immediately. Without prior preparation, this can create significant challenges. To mitigate the risks, you should take proactive steps to safeguard your financial well-being.

These things are ALWAYS a good idea. But even more so in this environment. Below are 12 critical steps every federal employee should take now to prepare for a potential RIF. Once an employee leaves their position, they lose access to their EOPF, which contains all essential service records, including SF-50 forms. Since this document is not accessible through the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) or other portals after departure, you should download and save a copy while you still have access. Instructions for obtaining an EOPF can be found at fedimpact.com/get-your-eopf.

RIFs are subject to government-wide, OPM regulations. Under these regulations, and controlling statutes and cases, employees seeking to challenge a RIF action may be required to make an election of remedies. For example, in general, an employee may only file an MSPB appeal over a RIF action if RIFs are excluded from the applicable negotiated grievance procedure. This means that it is vitally important to consult the applicable CBA or agreement to determine whether it requires that RIFs be challenged through the negotiated grievance procedure. It is also important to determine whether the agency’s action violated any provision of your CBA and consider whether the action may have constituted a Prohibited Personnel Practice (PPP) or discriminatory action. For example, it is possible that targeted actions against DEI employees could be construed as discrimination based on political affiliation under 5 U.S.C.

§ 2302(b)(1)(E). More information on the Office of Special Counsel and PPPs can be found here: Prohibited Personnel Practices We strongly recommend that you consult OPM’s RIF guidance linked above and/or your AFGE District Office or the AFGE General Counsel’s Office before filing a grievance or MSPB appeal over a RIF. Event Calendar is for Members Only. Please Log In to see our calendar of events. Copyright 1995 - 2025, AFGE.

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