Veterans Affairs Department Cuts Probationary Workers

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins discusses cutting over 1,400 probationary workers to save $83 million annually and redirect resources to health care, benefits, and services for veterans.

Key Points

  • More than 1,400 probationary workers cut from non-mission critical positions
  • Annual savings of over $83 million
  • Focus on reallocating resources to benefit veterans
  • First Senior Executive Service leader can request exemption for dismissed employees

Pros

  • Financial savings of over $83 million annually
  • Resources redirected to health care, benefits, and services for veterans
  • Focus on helping veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors

Cons

  • Loss of jobs for over 1,400 probationary workers
  • Potential impact on workforce morale