Unsatisfactory Performance Status Letter. The employee shall receive from the supervisor a letter stating the reason(s) for declaration of UPS. The letter must include the following information:
(a) Specific area(s) of performance deficiency.
(b) A proposed performance improvement plan (PIP), including standards of improvement, schedule and duration of the PIP. The letter must be signed by the supervisor and the employee to acknowledge receipt of notice. The letter is delivered during a personal conference with the employee to discuss placement of the employee on UPS, including the contents of the letter (specific areas of deficiency and the elements of the PIP). The employee is will be advised by the Evaluator that they are entitled to Association representation at this conference.
