There is a lot we do behind these scenes to ensure NASA HQ employees voices are heard when NASA managers or legislators want to make change. We are in no way opposed to positive change, we just want to make sure it is done in a smart and fair way. Here are just a few NHPA accomplishments to give you an idea.
NASA Group Achievement Honor Award (2006) In recognition as a model for government labor-management relations (meets monthly to share pre-decisional information and resolve issues)
Work Place Accomplishments -- by engaging in the fair, equitable, and respectful treatment of employees:
Member on Headquarters Council addressing COVID-19 Return to On-Site Work
Award Panels observer
Expanded Alternate Work Schedules (2010)
New Employee Orientation Briefings (beginning 2009)
One-stop shopping for workplace dispute options (2009)
Conflict Management Program (2008)
Telework Program (2007)
EPCS Reinforcement/Guidance – no predetermined limit on Distinguished ratings; examples of Distinguished performance (beginning 2005)
Installation of Automatic External Defibrillators (2001)
Office Space Policy (2001)
Other Efforts
Panel member for Ombudmans Interviews
Member of HQ Board of Advisors
Worked w/HQ Management to avoid
a reduction in cleaning services
an increase in the cost of parking
Collective Bargaining Training to better interact with NASA management
Reviewed NASA HQ reorganization plans to protect employee rights and interests
Resolved a number of employee issues without having to use the formal grievances process
Agreements
The following are public agreements we have negotiated with NASA involving HQ employees regarding our work and working conditions.