Consideration for Step Increases Clause Samples

The Consideration for Step Increases clause defines how and when payments or compensation will be adjusted upward over time, typically in a contract involving ongoing services or employment. This clause outlines the schedule or conditions under which increases take effect, such as annual raises, milestone achievements, or inflation adjustments, and may specify the amount or percentage of each increase. Its core function is to ensure both parties have a clear understanding of future financial obligations, reducing disputes and providing predictability regarding compensation changes.
Consideration for Step Increases. An employee may be considered for a salary step increase in accordance with the time interval established in the salary plan as referenced in Exhibit "A". Unless otherwise noted, salary step increases within established salary ranges are scheduled at yearly intervals. Advancement to a higher salary step within an established salary range is granted for continued improvements and efficient and effective work by the employee in the performance of his/her duties.
Consideration for Step Increases. An employee may be considered for a step increase in accordance with their anniversary date and the parameters of the base hourly pay rate schedule. Advancement to a higher base hourly rate within the schedule may be granted for continued improvements and efficient and effective service by the employee in the performance of his/her duties. Base hourly rate advancement shall be made only upon the recommendation of the Police Chief, with the approval of the City Manager or their designee, and are not automatic, but based on acceptable work performance. Accelerated merit performance step increases of five percent (5%) may be granted an employee based upon the recommendation of the Police Chief and approval of the City Manager.
Consideration for Step Increases. An employee shall be considered for a step increase annually until the top step has been reached. Advancement to a higher salary within a salary step schedule may be granted for continued satisfactory service by the employee in the performance of his/her duties. Salary step advancement shall be made only upon the recommendation of the Police Chief concerned, with the approval of the City Manager or his/her designee, and are not automatic, but based on acceptable work performance. Accelerated salary step increases may be granted an employee based upon the recommendation of the Police Chief and approval of the City Manager for exceptional job performance.