Why does the Office of Personnel Management require higher-level management review of a Level 1 (Unacceptable) rating of record?
An Unacceptable rating of record bars granting step increases, may result in a performance-based adverse action, and removes retention rights in a reduction in force. For these reasons, there must be an extra measure of assurance that a Level 1 rating of record has been properly assigned. The requirement for higher-level review of a rating of record that could have significant consequences for the employee is a prudent measure of protection for employees.
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