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Amanda Parker commented on the post, Why You Shouldn’t Do the Office Housework, on the site GovLoop 4 years, 7 months ago
I left a job once and told the SES in my exit meeting that part of the reason was that I felt I wasn’t given the same opportunities as a male coworker (who started a few weeks after me, coming from the same prior internship and the same masters program/year). In addition to mentoring, and steady assignments with important agency travel (meeting…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker started the topic How to Hire Our Returning Vets? in the forum Human Resources 7 years, 5 months ago
I am curious if anyone on govloop would be able to provide a well-known and somewhat vetted resource for sharing new job opportunities with veterans. I believe that the leadership skills and unique experiences should be tapped by our economy, not to mention the moral obligation we have to take care of those who served their country.
Please note,…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Personel Action (SF-50) in the Federal government and job application in the forum Career Advancement 7 years, 6 months ago
I was thinking the very same thing with my most recent round of government applications. For BOTH age and pay concerns, I don’t understand why that is required. It does not serve the applicant to have that information available, as they should not be part of the decision to hire. Does anyone know of another way for agencies to verify (for…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Analysis: The End of Government as We Know It in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
hahaha..no, I wish 🙂
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Analysis: The End of Government as We Know It in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
I have a family member who would likely agree with most of this article, except to say that it doesn’t go far enough. He is so distrustful of government he believes that we really ought not to have one. While many of his views are extreme, when I engage him in discussion he says some insightful things. One example that this article reminded me of…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
Hi All, I just wanted to say a quick thanks for the thoughts, encouragement and perspective. I was surprised by all of the discussion and greatly appreciated being offered different points of view to serve as context for last weeks’ events. I hope this helped other people who were feeling as I was. I know it helped me. More importantly, I hope…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
Lisa, thanks for sharing these resources. I should say my agency has since sent out some words reminding employees of resources that are available, as a part of a weekly agency email/newsletter. Having taken many psychology courses in college, I know how just understanding what behaviors to look out for can be tremendously helpful in recognizing…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
Terry, thanks for your thoughts. You’re absolutely right and I have noticed people being a little more aware of their surroundings on the metro Monday and Tuesday. Your perspective also reminds us that we’re not totally helpless. We can go on with our daily lives while staying alert within reason.
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
Ressie, Thanks for your insights. While I know little about the security of my building (other than what is visibly apparent) I would say I do feel safe AT work. It’s the larger idea that, living/working in a city you are at crowded public events and on public transportation, both of which could be targets.
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
Mark, I completely agree with your comments on the industrial explosion in TX. There are also very normal everyday things that present a risk. People have every right to be concerned about the industries around them and that they are safe. Interestingly, I have hear some discussion about the zoning laws in West, TX near the plant, raising…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
Peter, thank you for sharing your perspective. It is always instructive to remember that this isn’t the first time our nation has dealt with these crises and it likely won’t be the last. But also that we always get back to “normal”. I would assert, however, that having open discussions about our fears, rational or not, is constructive. We need…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
Megan, thanks for sharing your feelings. It’s reassuring in an odd way to know other people feel the same and it can be hard to talk about these things. But you’re right, no matter how many ways we can rationalize that we are safe (as other people have commented), there is something kind of vaguely unsettling about things in general. I do hope you…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
David, thanks for your insight. I did make it a point to go for a nice walk around the capital Tuesday, since it was a nice day and that is normal for me. You also bring up a great point about preparedness in our offices, to make sure we know how to respond and where to get our information from in the case of an emergency.
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
Mark, Thanks for your comments. I have explained to many people that what I know has little impact on how I feel right now. But, these are the kind of conversations that we can have in our offices (with those who are “in the same boat” so to speak) that can be really helpful. Even though these conversations are not being had in my office, I’m…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker started the topic Do you feel safe? in the forum Miscellaneous 7 years, 9 months ago
I am compelled to post something briefly here because I’m stunned by the events of this week. Stunned by the attacks in Boston and the images we’re being bombarded with on the news. Stunned with how simple the device seems to have been. Stunned by the ricin laced letters being discovered.
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Why Aren’t Feds Teleworking… It’s Not Cause They Can’t in the forum Human Resources 8 years, 6 months ago
I honestly want to telework, but a 650 sq. ft. apartment does not provide the focused work space that I would need to be successful at it regularly. One day (hopefully soon) I’ll have a house with multiple rooms, one of which can be a home office. However, there are also tasks that I find I’m more successful doing in the office than at home, so if…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker posted an update in the group
Budgeteers 8 years, 10 months ago
AABPA is looking for graduate students to serve as reporters at our upcoming symposium. Reporters receive free admission to the symposium and are matched with a professional mentor. For more information on how to apply go to http://www.aabpa.org/student-reporters
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Amanda Parker posted an update in the group
Go Public Service – MPA/MPP Degrees 8 years, 10 months ago
Master’s candidates in public administration, public policy, and other related disciplines are invited to submit proposals for consideration in the 4th Annual MaryKathryn Kubat Award for graduate student research. Students will have the opportunity to discuss and present their research and a chance to win a $1,000 prize. All finalists will enjoy fr…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker started the topic Calling all Graduate Students!!! in the forum Budgeteers 8 years, 10 months ago
Master’s candidates in public administration, public policy, and other related disciplines are invited to submit proposals for consideration in the 4th Annual MaryKathryn Kubat Award for graduate student research. Students will have the opportunity to discuss and present their research and a chance to win a $1,000 prize. All finalists will enjoy…[Read more]
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Amanda Parker replied to the topic Is Federal Employment a Calling or a Job? in the forum Human Resources 9 years, 1 month ago
I couldn’t agree more and I do feel like the majority of us who are in this profession because it’s our calling do get overlooked in the popular media and policy discussions of late. Thanks for sharing, Doris!
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