The bill would create a dedicated hiring path to prospective participants on the USAjobs.gov site. Image: II.studio/Shutterstock.com
By: FEDweek StaffA newly offered House bill (HR-9953) proposes a “returnship” program as a recruiting tool for federal agencies by providing former employees with career help to return to government after a break in their careers.
That would be especially valuable to those, often women, who “face major setbacks in their career trajectory” when they have breaks in their careers for reasons such as caring for young children or elderly relatives, said main sponsor Rep. Jennifer Wexton, D-Va.
“While the federal government currently does not have any formal returnship programs established, over a third of Fortune 50 companies use returnships to help meet workforce needs and avoid talent loss. Over 80 percent of participants in returnships are hired because their employers see the value that their years of experience and unique skills bring to the table,” she said.
The bill would create a dedicated hiring path to prospective participants on the USAjobs.gov site and would provide on-boarding, training, mentorship, and professional leadership development opportunities lasting at least a year.
Other federal workforce-related bills recently introduced include:
* HR-9910, to expand from 15 to 36 days per year the military leave for active duty, full-time training and inactive duty training for federal employees who serve in the National Guard or reserve forces.
* HR- 9929, to expand access to mental health services for law enforcement officers employed by the Bureau of Prisons.
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