Federal workers prepare for big changes as new administration approaches
Government employees take steps to adapt ahead of upcoming administration change. Career officials explore various options from retirement to private sector opportunities
Government staff members are taking pre-emptive steps as Donald Trumpʼs transition group starts moving into federal buildings. Career workers (many whoʼve been in service for 10-plus years) are busy cleaning-up their social-network footprint
Several high-ranking officials — including a key person from the late-2019 impeachment process — are looking at early-retirement choices; while others search for spots in less-visible departments. D.Cʼs job-hunting firms report a big jump in government workers seeking private-industry positions
- Social media history reviews
- Retirement paperwork prep
- Inter-agency transfer requests
- Private sector job applications
Many long-time public servants are weighing their options as the political landscape shifts: some plan to stay put while others explore new paths. “Its important to think about our future carefully“ one mid-level manager notes; these changes have created a mix of reactions across different agency levels
The transition teams presence has sparked a wave of career-planning activities — from updating resumes to networking meet-ups. Staff members with decades of experience are sharing advice with younger colleagues about navigating administrative changes
