Resources for Federal Workers

This website will be updated with resources as they are received. 

Please forward any questions to at-largememberivey@co.pg.md.us.


Introduction - Federal Civil Service Employment Law: A Beginner’s Guide 

Civil Service Strong: The Civil Service Strong website advocates for the value and importance of the federal workforce, offering resources, news, and support to strengthen the career opportunities and benefits for civil servants.

Civil Service Strong “Fork in the Road” FAQ

Partnership for Public Service Federal Employee Resource Hub: A non-partisan organization that works to build a government that meets fundamental responsibilities to the public, no matter the political makeup of Congress or a presidential administration. This site provides background and context, explains current laws, executive actions and proposals, and highlights additional resources.

Find Your Union: offers guidance on federal labor policies, focusing on collective bargaining, grievance handling, and fostering productive relationships between federal agencies and employee unions.

The EEOC Federal Sector page offers guidance and resources for federal employees and job applicants on their rights and protections against workplace discrimination, along with instructions on how to file discrimination complaints.

Whistleblower.org: Resources for Democracy Whistleblowers page offers essential resources and support for individuals reporting government misconduct, focusing on legal protections and guidance for whistleblowers in the public sector.


To understand statutory whistleblower protections and accompanying resources, click here: https://whistleblower.house.gov/resources/resources-whistleblowers.

To understand prohibited personnel practices including the right to appeal, visit here: https://www.mspb.gov/ppp/ppp.htm#faq.

To learn more about The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) resources and procedures: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/employee-relations/employee-rights-appeals/  

And for a basic primer on civil service law, click here: https://guides.loc.gov/federal-civil-service-employment-law

LEGAL RESOURCES:

Litigation Tracker: All legal actions brought against Trump Administration (Reiss Center on Law and Security at New York University School of Law)

Employee Rights & Appeals

U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board: How to File an Appeal: The MSPB Appeals page offers detailed information on the process for federal employees to file appeals against agency decisions, including procedures, rights, and how to effectively navigate the appeals system.

National Employment Lawyers Association

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Federal Circuit Bar Association

Maryland Legal Aid

The Women’s Law Center of Maryland, Employment Law Hotline

Maryland Court Help Centers

Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs, Workers’ Rights Clinic

FAQs for Federal Employees - Unemployment Insurance:  provides essential information and answers to common questions regarding unemployment insurance eligibility, claims, and processes specifically for federal workers.

Division of Unemployment Insurance - Maryland Department of Labor


Regular Unemployment Insurance Overview: The document from the Maryland Department of Labor provides a comprehensive guide for individuals filing for regular unemployment insurance, outlining eligibility requirements, the application process, and important steps to follow.

Unemployment insurance for former federal employees: Federal civilian employees who become unemployed due to no fault of their own can apply for Unemployment Compensation for Federal Employees (UCFE). For information on eligibility, how to apply, and more, see the page 

Unemployment insurance for other workers impacted by federal actions: Other workers impacted by federal actions—such as employees who worked for a private sector employer that contracted with the federal government and are now unemployed due to no fault of their own—may be eligible to apply for regular unemployment insurance. 

JOB RESOURCES:

There are 33 American Job Centers (AJCs) and our specialized Professional Outplacement Assistance Center (POAC). Please see the AJC and POAC websites for hours and locations. For answers to common questions from workers transitioning from federal employment to new opportunities, see this resource guide and FAQ page.

The Maryland Department of Labor is offering a free virtual workshop for former federal employees and contractors who are seeking support to explore new job opportunities. This workshop is every Wednesday, 9 a.m. - noon. To sign up, email FedWorker.Transition@maryland.gov.

The State of Maryland is hiring: If you are interested in continuing your public service in a new way, please visit this webpage to see a list of open positions.

Please see the Maryland Resource Page for resources supplied by the State. 

Employment and Job Training 

Financial and Housing Assistance 

  • Prince George’s County Housing Assistance – Rental support, foreclosure prevention, and emergency housing assistance. 
  • FSC First – Business financing and economic development resources for individuals considering entrepreneurship. 
  • Maryland Department of Human Services – Financial aid, food assistance (SNAP), and emergency cash assistance.

Mental Health and Social Services 

  • Prince George’s County Health Department – Mental health counseling and crisis support. 
  • 211 Maryland – Connects residents with local resources, including food pantries, shelters, and healthcare services.

Small Business Development 

✅Unemployment Compensation For Federal Employees (UCFE) provides unemployment compensation for federal employees who have lost their employment at no fault of their own. Claims should be filed in the state where the Federal employee's last official duty station was located, with limited exceptions.

✅ Directory of State Unemployment Offices: https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/unemployment-insurance

✅ Fact Sheet - Unemployment Compensation for Federal Employees: https://oui.doleta.gov/unemploy/docs/factsheet/UCFE_FactSheet.pdf (more information) 

✅Federal 2 Industry (F2I) Industry (F2I) is showcasing "Open to Work" posts from federal workers. Please help them if you can. https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/federal-2-industry-f2i/posts/?feedView=all

✅Federal News Network has advice on appeals, unemployment, health benefits, and life insurance for terminated probationary employees: https://federalnewsnetwork.com/hiring-retention/2025/02/there-is-help-for-probationary-employees-who-were-terminated/ 

✅Maryland has a resource directory for federal workers, including unemployment insurance benefits, career guidance, and reemployment support. https://www.dllr.state.md.us/federalworkers/