You Want Accountability? Avoid These Too-Common Mistakes

There is one action you can take to boost your agency’s FEVS scores, increase morale, and improve productivity, and it’s this: Do a better job holding employees accountable for performance and conduct.

Almost 60% of Federal employees think their supervisors do not do enough to hold unacceptable performers accountable. Myths about the inability to discipline employees for misconduct continue to fester. This training will identify the habitual errors Federal supervisors make, such as using too many suspensions, delaying discipline in favor of unhelpful letters of caution, committing due process violations, and more.

Learning objectives

• Avoid due process mistakes in adverse actions.
• Draft effective charges that hold up to third-party scrutiny.
• Properly document an employee’s unacceptable performance before a performance demonstration period (DP).

Event FAQs

Is there any flexibility with course durations for Agency Direct training? 

Yes. Many agencies have requested that full-day courses be taught over two half-days to ensure maximum engagement, especially when the course is being taught virtually. Any course can be spread out over multiple days or condensed into shorter sessions. And shorter classes can often be combined to build longer courses covering more topics. We’ll be happy to discuss the options that are most convenient to you.

In what format is this class held?

The class may be held onsite at an agency location, or as a live virtual event. Virtual events are generally held using your agency’s platform (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.). In certain situations where FELTG hosts, the event will be held on Zoom or Teams.

Can I earn CLE credits for this class?

CLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees. If you are seeking CLE credit, you may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. You may also request a certificate of completion which will contain the number of training hours attended.