Introductory Period Review
The introductory period provides an opportunity for employees to demonstrate their ability and probability of successful performance. Either the supervisor or the employee may terminate this relationship with or without notice during the introductory period.
Staff employees hired into regular positions must serve an introductory period and have a review completed. The introductory period is normally served only once for each continuous period of employment. (See page 24 of the Staff Handbook for exceptions.)
It is recommended that, as the supervisor, you should provide feedback and counseling during the introductory period, particularly if you observe problems that could result in an unsatisfactory employment relationship. Such interaction assists both the employee and the supervisor in determining whether or not the working relationship should continue. It is also recommended that an employee be terminated at the point during the introductory period at which the supervisor determines the employee should no longer be retained in the position. The HR Partner assigned to your area is available to assist you if this becomes necessary. Link to HR Partners Listings.
The six-month Introductory Review Form should be used to review the employee’s job performance prior to the end date of his/her introductory period. You are receiving this notice in advance to allow you an opportunity to discuss with the employee his/her performance during the introductory period. This will provide insight to the employee on performance progress and/or concerns by the supervisor.
It is extremely important that the Introductory Review Form be completed within the six-month introductory period. This is the only notification you will receive regarding this employee’s six-month introductory review.
Please feel free to contact your assigned HR Partner to discuss any performance issues or if you have additional questions about this process.
To access the Introductory Period Review Form click one of the links below.
Introductory Period Review Form (Adobe PDF) (Microsoft Word)