Federal employees enjoy a very comprehensive benefits package and access to programs that encourage work life balance:

• Sick leave – up to 13 days earned annually
• Annual (vacation) leave
• Holidays – 10 days each year
• Flexible work schedules and telecommuting
• Family and medical leave for special circumstances
• Leave donation program
• Training and development opportunities
• Student loan repayment (as funds are available)
• Tuition assistance (as funds are available)
• Payment of professional credentials (as funds are available)
• Choice of several health benefit plans
• Supplemental dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance (including additional self and family options)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Traditional pension plans and the Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))

For more information on benefits, see the Federal Benefits FastFacts: Insurance Benefits for New/Newly Eligible Federal Employees.