Employment Probation Policy

Employment Probation Policy

The Employment Probation Policy outlines the terms and conditions governing an employee's probationary period. This document ensures a clear understanding of expectations for new hires during their initial employment phase and provides structured guidance on performance evaluations and feedback. It is designed to promote transparency and mutual understanding between employees and supervisors.

The probationary period typically lasts 90 days, during which employees are evaluated at 30-day, 60-day, and 90-day intervals. However, this document is fully editable and can be modified to suit specific needs. Changes to the length of the probationary period or evaluation intervals can be easily incorporated as necessary.

Key Features of the Document Include:

1. Probationary Period Overview:
   A clear explanation of the standard 90-day probationary period, with flexibility for shorter durations (such as 60 days) where necessary. Employees’ performance and suitability are evaluated during this period through formal check-ins.
2. Employee Benefits:
   A section detailing that employee benefits, including health insurance, are activated only after the successful completion of the probationary period, with adherence to ACA requirements for benefit eligibility within 90 days.
3. Compensation Adjustments:
   Some positions have a lower starting hourly rate during probation, with a planned increase upon successful completion, as outlined in the employee’s contract.
4. Performance Evaluations:
   The policy incorporates formal 30-day, 60-day, and 90-day evaluations. These check-ins provide an opportunity to monitor progress, address performance issues, and offer constructive feedback to employees. The evaluation forms included in the appendix outline specific performance metrics, along with performance expectations, allowing supervisors to assess and document progress clearly.
• 30-Day Check-In: Assesses initial adjustment to the role and the company, with feedback focused on early performance expectations.
• 60-Day Check-In: Reviews progress and areas for improvement, allowing for further goal-setting and performance adjustments.
• 90-Day Check-In: Final evaluation to determine whether the employee has successfully completed the probationary period and is ready for ongoing employment or needs further action (such as a performance improvement plan or termination).
5. Extension of Probation:
   In cases where an employee’s performance requires additional time for evaluation, the probationary period may be extended, with written notice provided to the employee.
6. Editable and Customizable:
   This document is fully customizable. Probationary periods may be adjusted (for example, from 90 days to 60 days), and the evaluation schedule can be modified to align with the specific requirements of different roles or situations. Additionally, sections can be added or edited based on organizational changes or legal requirements.
7. Final Outcome:
   Upon successful completion of the probationary period, employees will receive formal confirmation of their continued employment, along with any adjustments to their compensation and activation of benefits.