Welcome to IPMA-HR

IPMA-HR is an organization that represents the interests of human resource professionals at the Federal, State and Local levels of government. Our goal is to provide information and assistance to help HR professionals increase their job performance and overall agency function by providing cost effective products, services and educational opportunities.

Industry News

MSPB Report Says Federal Employers Seen as Fair but Challenges Remain
An MSPB report found an increasing number of federal employees believe they are treated fairly but many believe that decisions are based on favoritism and not merit.
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Large Employers Say They Will Be Hiring
A Towers Watson survey of mostly large employers in the U.S. found that 92 percent plan to hire in 2010 although 36 percent are also planning layoffs which is less than last year.
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City of Phoenix May Make Drastic Cuts
In order to balance the budget, the city manager is proposing drastic cuts including reduced services and eliminating more than 1300 positions including 500 police and firefighters.
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Economy Grew Quickly in Last Quarter
The U.S. economy finished a bad year with a bang, expanding at a 5.7% annual rate in the fourth quarter of 2009, the government said January 29.
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