Grade Increases Clause Samples

Grade Increases. The determination to grant or withhold a WIGI will be based on the employee’s appraisal of record and his/her current performance under a performance plan for 90 days or more. The WIGI will be granted as soon as the employee is eligible if he/she has met an acceptable level of competence. Performance/Competence Determination Communication of Performance Requirements - Employees shall be informed of the specific performance requirements that constitute an acceptable level of competence within the time frames and means of communication of performance standards established under the performance appraisal system. Acceptable Level of Competence Determinations: An acceptable level of competence determination shall be based on the current rating of record. This rating used as the basis for an acceptable level of competence determination must have been assigned no earlier than at the end of the most recently completed annual appraisal period. If the most recent rating is more than 90 days old, the current performance will be reviewed to ensure that the rating of record reflects current performance. When it is determined that current performance is not at an acceptable level, a special rating must be prepared to document current performance. Notification - Employees shall be provided with an acceptable level of competence determination as soon as possible after the completion of the required waiting period. Favorable Determination - The SF-50-B, Notification of Personnel Action, shall be used to advise employees that they have achieved an acceptable level of competence and will receive a within‑grade increase. Negative Determination - When it is determined that the employee’s performance is not at an acceptable level of competence, the employee shall be given a written notice which includes the following: The reasons for the negative determination and the respect in which the employee must improve his/her performance; and, Information on the employee’s right to request reconsideration of the negative determination. Reconsideration Procedures for WIGI Determinations Where an employee has been assigned to a present supervisor for less than 90 days, and that supervisor cannot adequately assess the employee’s performance, he/she shall secure the written views of the employee’s prior supervisor before making a performance determination. A copy of this document will be given to the employee. Except in rare and unusual circumstances, the WIGI will be granted as soon as th...