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And there was a rumor that they were running on lean books, basically they idea that imagine they had to release an employee, they would be obligated to pay that employees relo back home (it was only rebillable back to the employee if you left BEFORE 1 year on contact), BUT instead of having enough in escrow per employee, they of course assumed ...
Like the 2 weeks then 3 weeks vacation is normal, but I never get the 'lesser' holidays. I'm an engineer in the DC area, BTW - federal contractor. You don't have a 401k if you're a federal employee - you have FERS (good) and TSP (great) which matches 4% so long as you put in 5%.
The benefits package as a federal employee is horrendous compared to those of a CA state employee; premiums are much higher, as are co-pays. The federal retirement plans are similar to risk-based 401ks, and honestly, almost nothing compares to CalPERS for a guaranteed retirement fund.
The problem is we're fed the line from previous generations about how great the federal benefits are. However, none of the federal benefits are what they once were. The pension is expensive, TSP fees are no longer the cheapest, and health insurance is expensive. I'm always reminding people that just because something is labeled as an employee ...
Aside from the job security and generous benefits package that comes with federal government employment (e.g. TSP, insurance options, pension, etc.) what are some of the specific, lesser known perks a federal employee can expect to enjoy/take advantage of?
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You listed the main benefits. It may be cliche, but I enjoy public service and supporting the mission of my agency. I couldn't imagine working in some company to make shareholders wealthier. The federal government is also typically more stable than the private sector and I enjoy knowing my job is secure as a career tenured employee.
Good Evening to all! So today was my first day of being a federal employee, I am somewhat confused on this whole health benefits situation due to my only experience with the doctors is from the military where we dont have a health plan besides change your socks and drink water. I am eyeing the BCBS Blue focus plan which is 115 a month.