An acting rate is considered when a staff member assumes significant duties from a higher graded position for an extended period of time (minimum 2 months) while typically continuing to perform current duties. An acting rate can not exceed 10% of staff member’s current salary.
It can not be approved beyond 6 months at which time it will need to be reviewed again if the duties are still being performed.
Please review the Additional Pay Policy for full details.
For consideration of an acting rate the following must be provided:
- A current PIQ.
- A letter from the department chair or director describing the additional duties to be performed by the employee, the reason why they will be performing the duties and for how long.