The new pay practices are not ushering in the advent of a grand new money tree with an unlimited flow of funds. Instead, they are being implemented to ensure the funds we do have are effectively targeted at recruiting and retaining the best workforce in Virginia. Employee initiated pay practices include promotions, voluntary transfers and voluntary demotions. The in-band adjustment is probably the most notable and most important change. This will allow departments to reward employees for increased responsibilities, growth, education, skill development, etc. without having to reallocate their positions.
Some practices are competitive, while others are non-competitive.
If competitive, the employee goes through a recruitment and selection process to be eligible for any pay increase . It is important to emphasize that the range of percentage increases must be considered rather than the highest percentage when making salary determinations. For details, please visit the web site for the Compensation Reform, linked to the HR web page.