Common use of Performance Improvement Process Clause in Contracts

Performance Improvement Process. If a faculty member's evaluation form indicates unsatisfactory performance in any area, a performance improvement plan is required. The plan will enable the Division Xxxx or Director to assist the faculty member to improve performance and provide a fair and equitable procedure that will be carefully documented. Four points that are to be addressed in the performance improvement plan include: 16.1.5.1 An explanation in detail of the problem or problems involved so that the faculty member may understand the deficiencies. 16.1.5.2 A detailed assistance plan which will be given the faculty member to assist in the improvement desired to correct the unsatisfactory performance. The first effort must be to help people improve. 16.1.5.3 A written timeline that will indicate the date(s) when improvements are expected. At that time an evaluation of whether the faculty member should be given additional time or assistance with specific explanation of things to be achieved will be considered. 16.1.5.4 A written notice shall be given to the faculty member outlining 16.1.5.1 16.1.5.3 above. This written notice may follow the form of the optional due process attachment to the evaluation form.