Common use of Procedures for Issuing Performance Plans Clause in Contracts

Procedures for Issuing Performance Plans. A. The employee will receive, within thirty (30) calendar days of the start of the new rating period, in writing, the critical elements and performance standards for the position. Performance standards will be issued on an annual basis, or when the employee changes positions, or when a critical element or performance standard is changed. B. In the event that an employee needs additional clarification or context over the performance elements or standards, or in regard to a performance appraisal, the employee may request a meeting with the supervisor and the next level supervisor. This meeting will be held on a timely basis. The employee will be granted a reasonable amount of time up to one (1) hour to meet with a Union Representative for informal consultations prior to the meeting with the next level supervisor. C. The supervisor and employees are encouraged to discuss the performance plan for a position. If a critical element or performance standard is unclear to the employee, or the employee has input regarding the elements and standards, the supervisor will seek to clarify the elements and standards. The supervisor will consider the employee’s input before completing the plan. Management has the right to set performance standards. The finalization of the completed plan requires action by the reviewing official (normally the 2nd level supervisor). D. After the discussion has been completed, and all input considered, the supervisor, reviewing official, and employee will complete and sign the employee’s performance plan. A copy will be furnished to the employee.