Independent Research for Public Sector Employees

The Public Employee Resource Group (PERG) is an independent research and information organization dedicated to helping public sector employees better understand the resources available to them. Through data analysis and educational materials, we provide accessible information for government workers at all levels.

Whether you work for a federal agency, state government, local municipality, or public school system, our goal is to connect you with the information you need.

Featured Resources

Understanding Your Employment Benefits

A comprehensive overview of the types of benefits commonly available to public sector employees. This resource covers general categories of programs and helps workers understand what information to look for.

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Public Data Research Trends

Our research team regularly analyzes publicly available data related to government employment. Explore our latest findings and data-driven educational content.

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Resources for State & Federal Employees

Whether you are a federal employee or work at the state level, there are a variety of educational resources and public data sources that can help you stay informed about your employment situation.

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New Research: Workforce Data Analysis

Our latest research examines trends in public sector workforce data, providing informational summaries and analysis of publicly available government statistics.

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Latest Publications

Tax Considerations for Public Sector Retirees: A General Overview

May 5, 2026 — PERG Research Team — 3 min read

An educational overview of common tax topics that affect government pension recipients and public sector retirees.

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Understanding Vesting: When Your Government Pension Benefits Become Yours

April 28, 2026 — PERG Research Team — 3 min read

An educational guide to pension vesting schedules for public sector employees at the federal, state, and local level.

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Career Development Pathways in Public Sector Employment

March 12, 2026 — PERG Research Team — 2 min read

Exploring professional growth opportunities and career advancement resources available to government and public sector workers.

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