Classification & Compensation

In-Range Progression: Quick Facts


Quick Facts:

  • Approval of an In-Range Progression salary increase is subject to funding availability.
  • No commitment should be made to an employee regarding a salary increase prior to evaluation by Human Resources and endorsement by the appropriate Cabinet-level officer.
  • IRPs are awarded at the behest of the President and are not grievable.
  • Approved IRPs will typically be effective the first of the pay period following completion of Human Resources' review.
  • Employee-initiated requests may be submitted by employees in Units 2, 5, 7 & 9.

Purpose of In-Range Progression awards:

  • To reward and retain employees who make critical contributions to the mission of the University.
  • To maintain equity between campus employees.
  • To recognize a permanent assignment of significant higher level job functions that do not require a classification or skill level change.

IRPs are not to be awarded for the following reasons:

  • To increase a retiring employee’s pension amount.
  • To reward longevity of service.
  • For cost of living increases.
  • To reward performance which meets the standards expected from all employees.
  • For increased responsibilities which will be of limited duration (see Bonus or Temporary Reassignment Programs).


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