USAFEI36-731_RAMSTEINABSUP — The Usafe Non-us Recognition Program

USAFEI36-731_RAMSTEINABSUP governs recognition awards for exceptional work performance or contributions by non-US employees and citizens.

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  • Publication number: USAFEI36-731_RAMSTEINABSUP
  • Title: THE USAFE NON-US RECOGNITION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2018-01-30

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It covers honorary and monetary recognition, Sustained Superior Performance Awards, performance periods, and award nominations. The publication requires documentation, appropriate presentation settings, and specific responsibilities for supervisors, review officials, and commanders.

Applies to: It applies to Non-US employees in Germany only.

Topics covered

  • Non-US employee recognition
  • Sustained Superior Performance Awards
  • Performance Awards
  • Honorary awards
  • Monetary awards
  • Award nomination documentation
  • Performance periods

Questions and answers

What must be done when recognition is given?

Fully document such recognition and present it in a setting commensurate with the award. (paragraph 1)

When does the Sustained Superior Performance Award performance period begin and end?

The Performance Period begins on 16 May each year and ends on 15 May of the following year.

Are Sustained Superior Performance Awards given automatically?

The SSPAs should not be given automatically and reserved only for employees with superior performance.

What may non-US employees and citizens be recognized for?

For outstanding job performance, longevity of service, special acts, or noteworthy achievements. (paragraph 2)

What documents must a rating supervisor complete for an SSPA nomination?

The rating supervisor writes up and signs the Performance Award Worksheet, Justification Letter (detailed instructions and samples are available through the CPS) and a certificate (AF Form 2858) for each employee nominated for an SSPA. (paragraph 2)

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