Preapproved Plans

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Pay IncreasesPay Increases

• Preapproved Plans

• Pay Guidelines


Preapproved Plans Preapproved Plans DefinedDefined

A formal agreement among the department, college/division, Human Resources, and the appropriate VP that establishes acceptable increases to employees’ pay based upon fulfillment of prescribed factors


Preapproved PlanPreapproved PlanBenefitsBenefits

• Encourages employees to build needed skill-sets

• Gives departments the ability define needed skill-sets and award systems

• Sets departments in the driver’s seat once the plan is approved

• Provides more flexibility than pay guidelines

• Increases require no further review from Human Resources


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Career Development Career Development Plans DefinedPlans Defined

A defined path for employees that outlines what the department needs and what the department is willing to give in return


Career Development Career Development PlansPlans

• Positions within unit

• Positions across campus

• Individual employee


Career Development Career Development Plan DetailsPlan Details

• Job Group


Career Development Career Development Plan ExamplePlan Example

Title Hiring Range Minimum Requirements

Veterinary Technician

Technical/Paraprofessional Support Staff (3002)



• Job Group• Duties




• Job Group

• Duties

• Requirements• Education

• Certification/Training

• Experience

• Other




HS and 2 yrs of Veterinary Technician experience or BS in Biological Sciences with 1 yr experience or Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology with 0-6 mos related experience.Same as Vet Tech I. Certified Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician.Same as Vet Tech II. And 3 years minimum experience as a Vet Tech II or equivalent at an AVMA accredited teaching hospital, or large, multi-clinician private veterinary practice. Recommended by supervisor, VTH Director, and Hospital Administrator and the demonstrated ability to perform all assigned tasks independently with minimal supervision.

Same as Vet Tech III. Demonstrated experience supervising Veterinary Technicians or supervisory oversight of a specific area (I.e. surgery, ICU, etc.).




• Job Group

• Duties

• Requirements• Title and Hiring

Range




Veterinary Technician I (Vet Tech I)

$1,341 to $1,810

HS and 2 yrs of Veterinary Technician experience or BS in Biological Sciences with 1 yr experience or Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology with 0-6 mos related experience.

Veterinary Technician II (Vet Tech II)

$1,478 to $2,070Same as Vet Tech I. Certified Veterinary Technician or Animal Health Technician.

Veterinary Technician III (Vet Tech III)

$1,552 to $2,173

Same as Vet Tech II. And 3 years minimum experience as a Vet Tech II or equivalent at an AVMA accredited teaching hospital, or large, multi-clinician private veterinary practice. Recommended by supervisor, VTH Director, and Hospital Administrator and the demonstrated ability to perform all assigned tasks independently with minimal supervision.

Veterinary Technician IV (Vet Tech IV)

$1,711 to $2,482Same as Vet Tech III. Demonstrated experience supervising Veterinary Technicians or supervisory oversight of a specific area (I.e. surgery, ICU, etc.).



Career Development Career Development ConsiderationsConsiderations

• Desired changes in organization

• Current natural progressions

• Training programs or certifications

• Market and budget considerations


Advantages Advantages

• Identifies what skills are important to the unit

• Specifies how employees can increase their pay

• Decisions made at unit level due to prior approval process



Incentive PlansIncentive Plans

• Outline rewards for specific accomplishments

• Given for certifications, extensive training programs, or employee of the year awards

• May change base pay or be a one-time payment


Ambassador Program

Incentive Pay Plan Administration & Finance

Service is a highly valued professional philosophy within the division of Administration and Finance. Nonexempt employees within Administration and Finance are actively encouraged to complete the Ambassador Program. This program has been developed to enhance the knowledge and skills of staff members who play a critical, front- line role within our organization. Successful completion illustrates a desire for continuous learning and improvement and a commitment to service. Included Positions:

All nonexempt positions within Administration and Finance are eligible for this incentive plan.

Approved Certifications:

OSU Ambassador Program

Courses leading to certification may be paid for by the department as part of the employee’s training plan. The appropriate Director, Assistant Vice President, and/or Associate Vice President or his/her designee must approve training plans prior to scheduled courses to ensure adequate staffing and budgetary considerations.


Pay Increases: $150 one-time payment (net); currently $247 (gross). Increase will be given within 30 days of program completion verification. Multiple completions of the Ambassador Program will not result in additional one-time

payments. All program requirements must be fulfilled before a payment can be granted. Payments are subject to appropriate taxes and withholdings.

Oklahoma State University reserves the right to modify, revoke, suspend, terminate or change any or all provisions of the plan, in whole or part, at any time, with or without notice. The language that appears in this document is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed to constitute, a contract between Oklahoma State University and any or all of its employees. Review and Approval: __________________________ _________________ __________________________ __________________ __________________________ __________________ __________________________ __________________


One-Time PaymentsOne-Time Payments

• A highly visible reward

• Reward employees without affecting base pay


Review ProcessReview Process

• Unit Administrator

• Human Resources

• Administrative Officer

• Academic Dean

• Appropriate Vice President

Documents

Preapproved Plans