U.S. Office of Special Counsel

Congratulations to the FAA Deputy Federal Air Surgeon, recipient of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel’s 2026 Outstanding Public Servant Award. A powerful reminder that speaking up to protect aviation safety serves us all. ✈️ osc.gov/news/2026-10-14/offi…

💻@US_OSC's hiring a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead IT strategy & oversee cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, AI integration & tech innovations across the agency🔹4-year term🔹GS-15🔹 💵Salary: $169,279-$197,200/year ➡️Up to $25,000 incentive may be offered 📍Location: Washington, DC 🗓️Apply by October 21, 2026: usajobs.gov/job/88806840

Thousands of tax filings waiting. Years-old guidance. A whistleblower spoke up—and the IRS took action to restore oversight of filings tied to foreign ownership of U.S. real estate. Read OSC’s release: osc.gov/news/2026-10-08/whis…

OSC reaches settlement in 5 Hatch Act cases involving federal employees with VA, IRS, FBI & State & filed a disciplinary complaint against another (Fed. Protective Service) with MSPB for alleged Hatch Act violations. Allegations include on-duty political activity, social media posts, political fundraising, or misuse of official authority. Read more: osc.gov/news/2026-09-30/osc-…

📣OSC is hiring an Attorney-Advisor to join the new Information Law Unit in the Office of General Counsel 🔸GS 11-14🔸 $85,447–$197,093 🔸 Washington, DC Seeking an experienced attorney to help develop programs implementing FOIA, the Privacy Act, and records management & more. 🗓️Apply by September 25, 2026: usajobs.gov/job/883596600

#HatchFactFriday🗳️Can federal employees work the polls on Election Day? It depends. In Part 2, we look at Further Restricted employees-and what they can (and can't) do at the polls. Missed Part 1? Start here: Less Restricted employees➡️ teapaw.org/US_OSC/status/20908377… #HatchAct

OSC notified the President that the AbilityOne Commission’s findings on widespread contractor noncompliance aren’t reasonable. Despite uncovering years of policy gaps, poor recordkeeping, inconsistent enforcement, and high noncompliance rates, the Commission still downplayed the allegations. AbilityOne is vital to creating jobs for people who are blind or have significant disabilities. Strong oversight is essential to protecting that mission and ensuring taxpayer‑funded contracts deliver as Congress intended. More here: osc.gov/news/2026-08-28/abil…

📣OSC is hiring a Chief for new Information Law Unit in the Office of General Counsel in DC🔸GS 15🔸 $169,279–$197,200 Lead FOIA, Privacy Act, records management & more for experienced info-law attorney w/leadership skills. 🗓️Apply by September 15, 2026: usajobs.gov/job/882053400

🗳️ Can federal employees work at the polls? Yes—but it depends. Poll work is allowed for Less Restricted employees, but the Hatch Act limits participation in some partisan activities. Part 1 of #HatchFactFriday breaks it down. 👇 To learn more the Hatch Act and Less Restricted and Further Restricted federal employees: osc.gov/services/hatch-act/f… #OSCFacts #HatchAct

@US_OSC is pursuing disciplinary action with @USMSPB against two federal employees accused of serious Hatch Act violations - including running for partisan political office and soliciting campaign contributions despite OSC warnings. Read more ⬇️ osc.gov/news/2026-08-20/osc-…

The Senate has confirmed Charles Baldis as Special Counsel at @US_OSC. Having led OSC for over a year after working as a Senate staffer and a prosecutor, he is ready to continue OSC's work protecting whistleblowers and safeguarding the merit system. Congratulations, @cnbaldis! osc.gov/news/2026-08-07/char…

These days, many Hatch Act complaints stem from activity on social media. That's why this week's #HatchFactFriday breaks down a simple rule of thumb: 🟢 Scroll. 🟡 Think before you repost. 🔴 Never engage with political fundraising. Know the dos and don'ts before you click. ⬇️ #HatchAct #OSCFacts @US_OSC