Opinion ID: 2817754
Heading Depth: 6
Heading Rank: 1

Heading: Conflicting Testimony

Text: Ms. Bandi contends Mr. Griffin gave conflicting testimony about whether he relied only on the SSA-45 or whether he relied on the SSA-45 and discussions with Ms. Jackson, the first-line supervisor, as the basis for his decision. In his declaration, Mr. Griffin stated he reviewed the SSA-45s and spoke with Ms. Jackson. He noted that Ms. Jackson gave both candidates a favorable recommendation and, therefore, he relied primarily on the SSA-45s. Id. at 53. In his deposition, he testified that he considered Ms. Jackson’s feedback and the SSA-45s. See id. at 227-28. In response to interrogatories, he explained that he obtained feedback from the candidates’ supervisor and then paid particular attention to the quality and thoroughness of each person’s SSA-45. See id. at 294. These responses consistently indicate Mr. Griffin considered Ms. Jackson’s feedback but that he relied primarily on the SSA-45s. We do not see a conflict in Mr. Griffin’s testimony that would give rise to an inference of pretext.