Telework and Work Flexibility in the United States Federal Government Post-Pandemic.

This article examines how telework and workplace flexibility policies influence turnover intentions among United States (US) federal government employees in the post-pandemic context, using data from the 2021 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS). It finds that greater teleworking opportunities and supervisory support for work-life balance significantly reduce employees' intentions to leave their positions, contributing to the relative stability of the federal workforce despite challenges such as an aging employee base and the "Great Resignation." The study highlights that federal employees who perceive less organizational support, including during COVID-19 health and personal accommodations, are more likely to consider leaving. The authors recommend maintaining and expanding telework and flexible work policies to improve recruitment and retention, especially given the federal workforce's demographic challenges and political debates surrounding remote work.