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SUMMARY:Do You Really Know How to Use the Douglas Factors? - July 10\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:If only there was a checklist that you could use to determine the correct penalty to address employee misconduct. Oh right\, there is: the 12 factors identified in the Merit Systems Protection Board’s landmark Douglas v. VA decision. Yet\, look at any recent batch of MSPB decisions\, and you’ll find continued confusion about penalty determination. \nThis class will review recent case law and highlight how agencies correctly use the Douglas factors and also how they have been misapplied. Get all your Douglas questions answered\, such as: Do the factors go in the proposal or the decision? What do OPM regulations say about the Douglas factors? What’s the best way to prevent penalty mitigation? And much more. \nLearning objectives\n\nUnderstand the Douglas factors principles.\nExplain when and how to use each factor.\nAvoid the too-common Douglas mistakes that will derail your case.\n\nTraining time\n1:00 pm – 2:00 pm ET \nPricing\nEarly bird (register by June 10\, 2025): $195.00 \nStandard (register June 11 – July 10\, 2025): $250.00 \nEvent FAQs\nCan I attend this class using my government computer?\nThis event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If\, for some reason\, your firewall will not allow access\, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available. \nCan I earn CLE credits for this class?\nCLE 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. \nCan I share my access link with co-workers?\nNo. Registration for this event is per individual\, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person. \nCan I register a teleworker?\nThis event is individual registration\, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility. \nHow do I receive a group discount?\nGroup discounts are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals for the full event by the early bird registration deadline. The group discount must be requested in writing with registration submission via email or fax. \nWhat are the Substitute\, Cancellation\, and No-show Policies for Registered Participants?\nSubstitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows. \nIs this Training Compliant with the 2025 Executive Orders? \nAll FELTG classes are in compliance with the Trump administration’s Executive Orders.
URL:https://feltg.com/event/do-you-really-know-how-to-use-the-douglas-factors-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T163000
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SUMMARY:Advanced EEO: Navigating Complex Issues - July 15-17\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:When EEO challenges arise\, they rarely show up as run-of-the-mill simple scenarios you’ve worked through in a training class. Are you an EEO professional\, attorney or advisor eager to learn how to more effectively manage the unexpected EEO issues?  This in-depth\, highly interactive training will give you the necessary tools and practical guidance to manage those challenging situations. \nTuesday\, July 15: Advanced Reasonable Accommodation Issues\nThe accommodation process is a fluid one. In this session\, we’ll look at the whole of that process – from knowing when someone is making a reasonable accommodation request to taking action if accommodations are ineffective. With interactive scenarios\, you’ll work through challenging accommodation situations. \nLearning objectives \n\nCheck in with employees after granting an accommodation.\nRecognize reasonable accommodation requests.\nDifferentiate between religious and disability accommodation processes.\n\nWednesday\, July 16: Advanced Hostile Work Environment\, Sex Discrimination\, and Reprisal Issues\nSadly\, the topics covered in the session are very much alive in the Federal workplace. Participants will learn about sex discrimination updates post-Bostock\, recognize conduct that could lead to harassment claims\, per se retaliation\, and much more. \nLearning objectives \n\nIdentify the agency and supervisor’s responsibilities when harassment occurs.\nRecognize indicators that conduct has become unwelcome.\nExplain what to do when you see per se reprisal.\n\nThursday\, July 17: Advanced Settlement and Summary Judgment\nSettlement is often the most efficient and effective way to handle a dispute and allow you to get back to focusing on your agency’s mission. This session will tackle the finite details that make up a successful settlement\, such as drafting plain language agreements. The class will also tackle preparing and organizing for summary judgment\, motion procedures and standards\, writing the motion\, editing the motion\, and much more. \nLearning objectives \n\nRecognize when to consider settlement.\nIdentify limits on settlement terms.\nWrite a motion for summary judgment.\n\nTraining time\n12:30 pm – 4:30 pm ET each day \nPricing\nEarly bird (register by June 16\, 2025) \n\n3 days = $1\,230\n2 days = $825\n1 day = $525\n\nStandard (register through June 17 – July 17\, 2025) \n\n3 days = $1\,330\n2 days = $955\n1 day = $625\n\nEvent FAQs\nCan I attend this class using my government computer?\nThis event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If\, for some reason\, your firewall will not allow access\, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available. \nCan I earn EEO Refresher credits for this class?\nThese materials fulfill the requirements for EEOC’s mandatory 8-hour refresher training. Refresher credits will be verified by request for any student who attends this training; 3.5 refresher hours per day. \nCan I earn CLE credits for this class?\nCLE 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. \nCan I share my access link with co-workers?\nNo. Registration for this event is per individual\, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person. \nCan I register a teleworker?\nThis event is individual registration\, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility. \nHow do I receive a group discount?\nGroup discounts are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals for the full event by the early bird registration deadline. The group discount must be requested in writing with registration submission via email or fax. \nWhat are the Substitute\, Cancellation\, and No-show Policies for Registered Participants?\nSubstitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows. \nIs this Training Compliant with the 2025 Executive Orders? \nAll FELTG classes are in compliance with the Trump administration’s Executive Orders.
URL:https://feltg.com/event/advanced-eeo-navigating-complex-issues-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T150000
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SUMMARY:Performance Forward: Navigating OPM’s New Accountability Requirements - July 21\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:As part of President Trump’s transformation of the Federal government\, on June 17 OPM issued a memo\, Performance Management for Federal Employees\, that requires agencies to overhaul their non-SES performance management systems and processes – amounting to the biggest performance changes we’ve seen in the executive branch in years. \nThis 60-minute session will focus on the new performance requirements including standardized appraisal cycles\, mandatory critical elements for supervisors\, limitations on “outstanding” ratings\, a new required length for PIPs\, and much more. Some deadlines are as soon as July\, so join FELTG for this critical session and ensure you’re compliant before time runs out. \nLearning objectives \n\nRecognize the tangible changes called for in agency performance systems.\nUnderstand how to revamp your performance standards to comply with the new requirements.\nIdentify what the guidance says about taking performance-based actions as 752 actions.\n\nTraining time\n2:00 pm – 3:00 pm ET \nPricing\nStandard (register through July 21\, 2025): $250.00 \nEvent FAQs\nCan I attend this class using my government computer?\nThis event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If\, for some reason\, your firewall will not allow access\, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available. \nCan I earn CLE credits for this class?\nCLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees. If you seek CLE credit\, you may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. You may also request a certificate of completion containing the number of training hours attended. \nCan I share my access link with co-workers?\nNo. Registration for this event is per individual\, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person. \nCan I register as a teleworker?\nThis event is individual registration\, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility. \nHow do I receive a group discount?\nGroup discounts are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals for the full event by the early bird registration deadline. The group discount must be requested in writing with registration submission via email or fax. \nWhat are the Substitute\, Cancellation\, and No-show Policies for Registered Participants?\nSubstitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows. \nIs this Training Compliant with the 2025 Executive Orders? \nAll FELTG classes are in compliance with the Trump administration’s Executive Orders.
URL:https://feltg.com/event/performance-forward-navigating-opms-new-accountability-requirements-july-21-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T034948
CREATED:20240927T153607Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced MSPB Law: Navigating Complex Issues - July 22-24\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to take your knowledge and understanding of MSPB law to a new level? Have you let your skills languish while the Board sat empty and quorum-less for several years? Want to confidently address the knotty Federal employment law issues that challenge even the most experienced advisors? \nFELTG’s three-day Advanced MPSB Law: Navigating Complex Issues is an in-depth\, highly interactive virtual training event that will not only meet all those needs\, but help you reach the top of your game. \nDuring Advanced MSPB\, participants will move beyond the foundations discussed in MSPB Law Week and dive deep into high-level discussions on effective strategies and techniques for managing disciplinary and performance issues\, including those that crossover with EEO. \nTuesday\, July 22: Discipline Issues\nTake a deep dive into discipline. This course will provide effective strategies and techniques for managing disciplinary challenges. We’ll start with discussion of the nexus requirement and cover the complex topics\, such as comparator employees and alternative discipline. \nLearning objectives \n\nIdentify who counts as a comparator employee.\nUse progressive discipline effectively.\nDraft appropriate documents for alternative discipline.\n\nWednesday\, July 23: Performance and Reasonable Accommodation Challenges\nFrom performance improvement periods to requests for accommodation\, this class will include high-level discussions on performance challenges\, including those involving employees working remotely as a reasonable accommodation. Plus\, we’ll discuss OPM’s new performance guidance and what it means for your agency’s policies and performance systems. \nLearning objectives \n\nWrite effective performance standards.\nIdentify new OPM requirements for performance systems and accountability.\nHandle reasonable accommodation challenges.\n\nThursday\, July 24: Probationary Challenges; Mixed Cases; RIFs\nIn this final day\, we’ll tackle the perplexing topics such as mixed cases\, and offer effective strategies and techniques for managing challenges related to an employee’s probationary or trial period status. Plus we’ll cover the complex area of mixed case appeals\, and we’ll close out with a discussion on Reduction in Force (RIF) regulations. \nLearning objectives \n\nIdentify the legal definitions for probationary and trial periods.\nDetermine which individuals have MSPB appeal rights – and which do not.\nUnderstand the process for mixed case appeals and RIFs.\n\nTraining time\n1:00 pm – 4:30 pm ET each day \nPricing\nEarly bird (register by June 23\, 2025) \n\n3 days = $1\,230\n2 days = $825\n1 day = $525\n\nStandard (register June 24 – July 24\, 2025) \n\n3 days = $1\,330\n2 days = $955\n1 day = $625\n\nEvent FAQs\nCan I attend this class using my government computer?\nThis event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If\, for some reason\, your firewall will not allow access\, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available. \nCan I earn CLE credits for this class?\nCLE 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. \nCan I share my access link with co-workers?\nNo. Registration for this event is per individual\, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person. \nCan I register a teleworker?\nThis event is individual registration\, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility. \nHow do I receive a group discount?\nGroup discounts are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals for the full event by the early bird registration deadline. The group discount must be requested in writing with registration submission via email or fax. \nWhat are the Substitute\, Cancellation\, and No-show Policies for Registered Participants?\nSubstitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows. \nIs this Training Compliant with the 2025 Executive Orders? \nAll FELTG classes are in compliance with the Trump administration’s Executive Orders.
URL:https://feltg.com/event/advanced-mspb-law-navigating-complex-issues-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T143000
DTSTAMP:20260604T034948
CREATED:20241210T212314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T155102Z
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SUMMARY:What Supervisors and Advisors Should Know About Workplace Accommodations in 2025 - July 29\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This year\, it is more important than ever for supervisors\, reasonable accommodation coordinators\, EEO specialists\, LR/ER specialists\, HR staff\, attorneys\, and union reps to understand the process for determining when an employee is legally entitled to a reasonable accommodation\, whether the request is related to an individual’s disability\, pregnancy-related medical condition\, or religious beliefs. \nWhile return to in-person work orders can require individuals to work onsite\, legal exceptions may exist for reasonable accommodations. Plus\, work schedules\, equipment\, and facilities may require adjustments because of an employee’s medical condition. On top of that\, employers must be careful to protect confidential medical information even as they report on in-person vs. remote attendance. \nThis class is a must-attend for anyone new to reasonable accommodation\, while also applicable to seasoned practitioners who need to know the very latest laws\, cases\, and developments. We’ll cover updates include Supreme Court decisions that apply to accommodations\, whether it’s the Rehabilitation Act\, the Americans With Disabilities Act and Amendments Act\, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act\, or the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Plus\, for Federal agency attendees\, we will include the very latest relevant details from Executive Orders and OPM guidance. \nLearning objectives\n\nRecognize the various forms of reasonable accommodation requests.\nDifferentiate among the requirements of disability\, pregnancy\, and religious accommodations.\nDefine the legally required processes and procedures when an employee or applicant requests accommodation.\n\nTraining time\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET \nPricing\nEarly bird (register by June 27\, 2025): $295.00 \nStandard (register June 28 – July 29\, 2025): $350.00 \nEvent FAQs\nCan I attend this class using a government computer?\nThis event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If\, for some reason\, your firewall will not allow access\, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available. \nCan I earn CLE credits for this class?\nCLE 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. \nCan I share my access link with co-workers?\nNo. Registration for this event is per individual\, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person. \nCan I register a teleworker?\nThis event is individual registration\, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility. \nHow do I receive a group discount?\nGroup discounts are available for agencies registering 10 or more individuals for the full event by the early bird registration deadline. The group discount must be requested in writing with registration submission via email or fax. \nWhat are the Substitute\, Cancellation\, and No-show Policies for registered participants?\nSubstitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on pre-paid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows. \nIs this Training Compliant with the 2025 Executive Orders? \nAll FELTG classes are in compliance with the Trump administration’s Executive Orders.
URL:https://feltg.com/event/what-supervisors-and-advisors-should-know-about-workplace-accommodations-in-2025-july-29-2025/
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