Quality of performance as one functions in a job may be viewed as a continuum which ranges from less than adequate performance to meritorious performance. It is a quality of performance which is desirable to reinforce and which would be perceived by supervisors, peers, colleagues, and publics served as outstanding, exceptional, or excellent.
Meritorious performance is a perceived quality.
It is measured in objective as well as subjective ways. The perceptions will stem from assessment techniques such as observations, mental reactions, evaluation instruments, discussions, feedback, and written materials. The following are essential concepts and elements necessary to judge meritorious performance. The description must include functional responsibilities and performance expectations relative to those functions. The descriptions must show a basis of commonality for similar positions, yet they must be refineable for specific personnel and specific positions.