COMDTINST 12351.1A — Assigning Performance Credit For Reduction-in-force (rif)

COMDTINST 12351.1A governs performance-based retention credit in civilian reduction in force actions across the Coast Guard.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 12351.1A
  • Title: ASSIGNING PERFORMANCE CREDIT FOR REDUCTION-IN-FORCE (RIF)
  • Date: 10/10/2024
  • Proponent: CG-1C2

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The publication addresses service credit for mixed performance rating patterns, adjusted service computation dates, modal ratings, and equivalent ratings of record. It requires Coast Guard units to comply with its policies and establishes methods for using performance ratings in RIF actions.

Applies to: This Instruction applies to appropriated and other funded civilian Coast Guard employees serving in competitive and excepted service positions.

Topics covered

  • Civilian reduction in force
  • Performance-based retention credit
  • Adjusted Service Computation Dates
  • Mixed performance rating patterns
  • Modal ratings
  • Equivalent ratings of record

Questions and answers

What must Coast Guard commanders do under COMDTINST 12351.1A?

All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, and chief of headquarter directorates must comply with the policies contained. (paragraph 2)

How is an adjusted Service Computation Date calculated for a RIF?

The adjusted SCD is derived by averaging the three most recent performance ratings of record received during the 4-year period prior to the date RIF notices are issued.

What service credit applies when an employee has no ratings of record during the four-year period?

If an employee has not received any ratings of record during the 4-year period prior to issuance of RIF notices, he/she is given additional service credit based on the modal rating.

How is a modal rating defined for a RIF?

The summary rating level assigned most frequently to employees within the same performance system (i.e., DHS Performance Management Program or Coast Guard Excellence, Recognition and Achievement System) in the Coast Guard competitive area of the RIF during the 12-month period preceding the RIF notice issuance date.

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