Learn — from an experienced practitioner — how to prepare defensible performance plans for employees who aren't meeting minimum performance expectations.

Barbara Haga, former federal supervisor, HR advisor and agency representative, leads this conference where she shares her success stories and tips while detailing all the tools you need to enable your managers to initiate and complete successful performance actions.

In just 90 minutes, Ms. Haga discusses the differences between and provide an in-depth examination of performance-based actions taken under Part 432 (Performance Based Reduction in Grade and Removal) and Part 752 (Adverse Actions) when dealing with performance deficiencies.

You'll also learn:

• What is required during the opportunity period to ensure that the employee has a bona fide chance to improve and supervisory obligations are met
• Common pitfalls to avoid during the opportunity period
• How to prepare defensible performance plans
• The items you need to include in notice and decision letters
• What must be proven in order to win an appeal of a removal or demotion case before the MSPB

Plus, Ms. Haga reviews relevant MSPB decisions and how the MSPB has decided in cases involving critical elements and performance standards. You'll gain a thorough understanding of performance-based actions and the steps you and your managers need to take to make them successful.