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Policy Memoranda

 

2010-Present

The table below provides a list of policy memoranda issued on a variety of performance management topics, including successful practices and awards limitations.

Date Memorandum Subject
February 2, 2022 Performance Management Tips for a Hybrid Workplace
November 26, 2019 Revised Performance Appraisal Assessment Tool for the Evaluation of Programs that Cover General Schedule, Prevailing Rate, and Other Employees
November 25, 2019 Guidance on the Pay Differentiation Certification Criterion for Senior Executive Service (SES) and Senior-Level (SL) and Scientific or Professional (ST) Performance Appraisal Systems
July 12, 2019 Applying Rigor in the Performance Management Process and Leveraging Awards Programs for a High- Performing Workforce
July 12, 2019 Guidance on Awards for Employees and Agency Workforce Fund Plan
October 6, 2017 OPM's Web-based Training Course, “Performance Management Plus—Engaging for Success”
July 17, 2017 Performance Management Guidance and Successful Practices in Support of Agency Plans for Maximizing Employee Performance
November 18, 2016 Guidance on Awards for Non-SES/SL/ST Employees for Fiscal Year 2017 - Continues to Apply in Fiscal Years 2018 and 2019
August 12, 2016 Guidance on Awards for SES and SL/ST employees for Fiscal Year 2017 - Continues to Apply in Fiscal Years 2018 and 2019
January 12, 2016 Performance Management Guidance for End-of-Fiscal Year 2015 and Beginning-of-Fiscal Year 2016 Activities
January 11, 2016 Appointments and Awards During the 2016 Presidential Election Period
November 1, 2013 Guidance on Awards for Fiscal Year 2014
June 8, 2012 Appointments and Awards During the 2012 Presidential Election Period
June 10, 2011 Guidance on Awards for Fiscal Years 2011 and 2012
August 3, 2010 Guidance on Freeze on Discretionary Awards, Bonuses, and Similar Payments for Federal Employees Serving under Political Appointments

2000-2009

The table below provides a list of policy memoranda issued on a variety of performance management topics, including successful practices and awards limitations.

DateMemorandum Subject
March 17, 2008 Appointment and Awards During the 2008 Presidential Election Period
January 30, 2006 Building a Results-Oriented Performance Culture
March 18, 2004 Appointments and Awards During the 2004 Presidential Election Period
April 12, 2002 Nominations for the 2002 OPM Director’s PILLAR Award
April 3, 2001 The Director’s PILLAR Award for 2001
December 5, 2000 Notice of Call for FY 1999 Awards Data
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