DCPAS encourages recognizing and rewarding employee performance as it is an important part of the Performance Management process. Increased motivation and morale are products of awarding employees for exceeding performance expectations or significant achievements and contributions.

Resources

• DOD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 451, “DOD Civilian Personnel Management System: Awards”
• Department of Defense Awards Spending Guidance for non-Senior Executive Service and Senior Professional Employees
• Department of Defense Awards Spending Guidance for non-Senior Executive Service and Senior Professional Employees for fiscal year 2023

Statutory Authorities

• 5 United States Code Section 4503, Agency Awards
• 5 United States Code Section 4505a, Performance-based Cash Awards
• 5 Code of Federal Regulations Part 451, Awards
• 5 U.S.C. §5536 – Additional Step Increases
• 5 Code of Federal Regulations Part 531, Pay Under the General Schedule