🏛️Appointment of Members to SES Performance Review Board
In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 4314(c)(4), the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) announces the appointment of members to the agency's Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board (PRB). The PRB is responsible for reviewing and evaluating the initial appraisal of a senior executive's performance by the supervisor, along with any response by the senior executive, and making recommendations to the appointing authority regarding the performance of the senior executive. This notice supersedes all prior notices of the PRB membership.
Learn More📋OSC Seeks Comments on ADR Program Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. chapter 35), the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) is seeking public comment on an extension of a currently approved information collection activity for its Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program, approved under OMB Control Number 3255-0008. OSC has revised its survey approach and now administers a single survey to mediation participants immediately following the conclusion of their ADR session. This updated format replaces the prior two-part survey process (initial and follow-up). The survey is used to assess program effectiveness, gather participant feedback, and identify areas for improvement. Participation is voluntary and responses are submitted anonymously.
Learn More📋Notice Requesting Comments on ADR Program Survey Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) is submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. OSC is also seeking public comment on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this notice is to allow an additional 30 days for public comment prior to OMB's final approval.
Learn More📋Public Comment Request on OSC Information Collection Activities
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to reinstate a previously approved information collection that has expired. This notice provides the public an opportunity to comment during a 30-day period before OMB makes a final decision. OSC is statutorily required to conduct an annual survey evaluating its operations and the effectiveness of its services, including those related to Prohibited Personnel Practices (PPP), whistleblower disclosures, and Hatch Act advisory opinions.
Learn More📝OSC Notice for Public Comment on ADR Information Collection Request
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the U.S. Office of Special Counsel is seeking public comment on an extension of a currently approved information collection activity for its Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program. The ADR Survey is distributed to participants following the conclusion of their ADR process and is used to assess program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. The survey gathers feedback from mediation participants to help OSC improve the ADR process. Participation in the survey is voluntary, and responses are submitted anonymously.
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