Purpose
This Order updates the restrictions on the employment of relatives within the General Services Administration (GSA) in accordance with 5 CFR Part 310.
Background
5 CFR Part 310 sets forth legal restrictions on public officials in the employment of relatives.
Scope and Applicability
a. Agencies have the responsibility to ensure policy is followed to avoid nepotism within the Federal Government.
b. The aforementioned Order applies to GSA with the exception of the Office of Inspector General (OIG). The OIG has independent personnel authority. See Section 6 of the Inspector General Act of 1978, (5 U.S.C. App. 3), as amended and GSA Order ADM 5450.39D GSA Delegations of Authority Manual (Delegations Manual), Chapter 2, Part 1. Similarly, GSA specifically recognizes that the Inspector General has independent authority to formulate policies and make determinations concerning training, employee development, and career management.
Cancellation
This Order cancels and supersedes GSA Order, CPO 9310.2 Restrictions on Employment of Relatives.
Summary of Changes
This Order has been updated to align with the current requirements of 5 CFR Part 310.