c. Appoint representatives from both the .Army personnel and intelligence functions to serve on the CIPMS Advisory Group (CAG). (See Glossary.)

2-3. The DCSINT and the Deputy Chief of Staff for Personnel (DCSPER)
The DCSINT and the DCSPER have joint responsibility for policy development, planning, implementation, coordination, management, and evaluation of CIPMS. Additionally, the DCSINT will-

3-1. Policy

a. All CIPMS positions will be structured to provide a balance among mission needs, economy, efficiency of operations, and effective employee utilization.

b. Organization structures will be developed to provide continuing support of CIPMS upward mobility, career program intake, EEO, and affirmative action goals.

c. The cornerstones of the CIPMS PM&C program are as follows:

(1) Accurate job descriptions.

(2) Accurate job classification (title, series, and grade).

(3) Equal grade for substantially equal work.

(4) The design and establishment of position structures which economically and efficiently perform the mission of the organization.

(5) The participation of functional line managers in all phases of the CIPMS PM&C program.

d. Personnel delegated classification or work assignment authority are entrusted with the protection of the principles in c above. They should strive for 100 percent grade accuracy. Less than 90 percent grade accuracy is not acceptable.

Section I
CIPMS Classification Structure

3-2. 0verview
CIPMS uses the basic structure of the OPM classification system for both the GS and Federal Wage System (FWS). However, CIPMS does not use the GM pay plan designator, nor the Performance Management and Recognition System (PMRS). (See chap 7.)

a. GS positions will be classified using the 18 grade structure established in section 5104, title 5, United States Code. CIPMS retains the OPM concept of one- and two-grade interval lines of work. A career ladder that deviates from this concept must be approved by the Director of the IPMO if it involves either intern positions or similar positions found in more then one command.

b. FWS positions, once identified for CIPMS coverage, will be classified according to the existing OPM and Army guidance unless modified by future CIPMS standards. (See FPM Supplements 532-1 end 532-2.)

c. Policy and procedure for the classification of positions above GS-15 is under development.

d. A grade band consists of two or more consecutive grades. Each grade band denotes a common level of difficulty, responsibility, and qualification requirements; such as entry, full performance, or expert level. Grade bands, however, are not used instead of established grades for individual positions. CIPMS has established grade band structures for the following career paths: professional-administrative, technician, and clerical. The grade bands improve the interlace between position management and classification and other personnel such as training, merit promotion, career management, and performance management. The career paths and grade bands are illustrated in figure 3-1

e. A career ladder is a range of grades within an occupation or specialty that allows for a progressive increase of responsibility and employee competency. CIPMS career ladders are dual track (supervisory and nonsupervisory) and may be limited to a single grade band or may cover multiple grade bands. Progression through a career ladder is dependent upon management discretion, the availability of funds, position management approvals, and the employee's acquisition of competencies and job performance. Specific career ladders will be designed for CIPMS occupations using the CIPMS grade band framework and established Army models, but will be tailored to the organization and mission of each activity.

3-3. CIPMS classification standards and authority

a. CIPMS primary grading standard. CIPMS GS positions will be classified using the CIPMS Primary Grading Standard. (See app C.) The primary standard will not be applied until an Army occupational guide for that particular series or functional specialty has been developed or until the DCSINT, in conjunction with the DCP, approves direct application of the primary standard. Until that time, OPM and Army position classification standards and classification guidance will be used to evaluate CIPMS positions.

b. Army Occupational Guides (AOGs). AOGs are developed by CIPMS subject matter experts with the advice and assistance of personnel specialists. The AOGs will be approved for use jointly by the DCSINT and DCP. Part I of the guides contains series or occupational coverage, exclusions, occupational information, career path applicable to the occupation, and tri-Service titling instructions. Part II contains functional titles and specialties, typical Army duty assignments described by grade bands for each specialty, and appropriate skills codes. Army CIPMS standardized factor degree descriptions are also published in Part II. AOGs will be applied within 120 days of receipt unless otherwise authorized by the Director of the IPMO.

c. Priority of guides. Jobs will be evaluated in conformance with standards or guidance in the following priority order:

(1) CIPMS Primary Grading Standard and AOGs, or OPM standards if CIPMS guidance is not published.

(2) DCSINT classification decisions.

d. Consistency reviews. The Director of the IPMO will analyze CIPMS classification decisions issued at lower levels for consistency and, as necessary, initiate PM&C consistency reviews. The Director of the IPMO will also provide guidance to MACOM and FOA commanders on ClPMS classification appeal decisions in the Army, Navy, or Air Force which may have an impact on Army positions,

e. ClPMS classification authority.

(1) Commanders of MACOMs may exercise classification authority for any CIPMS position under their jurisdiction, and determine policy for delegation of classification authority to subordinate commanders. (See AR 690-.500, chap 511.)

(2) Subject to DOD, Army, and MACOM policy, activity commanders or equivalent may classify any CIPMS position under their jurisdiction. This authority may be redelegated to the civilian personnel officer or designee, who evaluates and classifies CIPMS positions with the participation of functional management officials.

f. Classification decision referral

(1) CPO staff, in conjunction with line managers, may request a classification decision from the MACOM staff when a job evaluation is considered unusual or precedent setting. Requests for MACOM classification decisions will contain the following:

(a) The proposed job description (certified by the responsible management official).

(b) An evaluation statement;

(c) The supervisor's job description.

(d) Job descriptions of the employees supervised (if applicable).

(e) Organizational chart.

(f) Mission and function statements.

(g) A narrative describing the problem identified in the job evaluation as well as the recommended solution.

(2) MACOM personnel staff, in conjunction with the SIO, CPM, or MACOM commanders may request a classification decision of the IPMO by forwarding the documents listed in (1) above.

Section II
PM&C Forms, Format, and Documentation
3-4. Job description format

a. Position classified by CIPMS classification procedures will be described using DA Form 374 (Job Description (Civilian personnel)). The DA Form 374 will be clearly marked to identify it as describing a CIPMS position.

b. Major duty statements (block 13, DA Form 374) will be shown as follows:

(1) One or two lines stating the significant tasks performed.

(2) Numbered consecutively.

(3) Contain the approximate percentage of time spent on the duty stated, for use in position management.

(4) The content will be consistent with job-related placement factors.

c. The statement, "Performs other duties as assigned," will appear as an unnumbered paragraph following the major duties.

d. Following the major duties section, CIPMS job descriptions will contain factor degree descriptions and indicate the number of points awarded for each factor. In addition, supervisory job descriptions will contain a section entitled, "Required KSA" following the five-factor degree descriptions,

e. CIPMS positions classified using other classification standards will use the appropriate CIPMS formats.

f. Functional or organizational titles may be made pan of the official job description, If used, these titles will either be part of an introduction to the major duties or appear separately at the end of the job description.

g. Physical demands and working conditions will not be included in the job description unless they differ from those normally associated with the job and occupation being described.

h. Conditions of employment may be listed in a separate paragraph at the end of the job description.

i. Writing job descriptions containing classified material is discouraged. If a job description must be classified, a copy must be available for the employee to review, but not to retain. (See AR 380-5 and DA Pare 690-14 for the maintenance of classified records in job description files.)

j. Instead of rewriting the entire job description, dated and initialed pen and ink notations may be made by the allocating official to reflect minor changes. Amendments will not be used to document changes in title, series, or grade, or other substantial changes to the job (for example, major duties, qualification requirements, or competitive level). Amendments may be made to factor levels, as long as the grade does not change.

3-5. Standardization and documentation
a. Standardized job descriptions. MACOMs, FOAs, and activities are encouraged to develop and use standardized job descriptions whenever possible to promote equity and ease the administrative burden on supervisors. Standardized job descriptions also provide for greater consistency with other CIPMS standardized products such as crediting plans, career ladders, and performance plans.

b. Standardized factor degree descriptions. Standardized factor degree descriptions (contained in part II of the AOGs) should be used whenever they are adequate or would suffice with minimal modifications.

c. Evaluation statements. The job description will be annotated to show the five-factor degree descriptions, the points allocated for each, and the occupational guide used. CPO star, in conjunction with line managers, will ensure that there is sufficient evaluation material to allow subsequent review of classification actions.

(1) A separate evaluation statement will be written for unusual classification actions, and is required in classification appeal cases, when a request is made for classification decision by higher echelon, or when a commander exercises classification authority.

(2) When used, the evaluation statement will be a short narrative analyzing the comparison of the positions to the standard or AOG, the decisions made, and the reasons for them. Evaluation statements will be written by the person who exercises classification authority and will be coordinated with those sharing CIPMS program responsibility.

Section III
Position Management
3-6. Overview

a. Position management (I M) is the process whereby managers assign duties and responsibilities to positions, and structure these positions to form an organization that provides for effective and economical mission accomplishment. PM is also an essential element of compensation management since it impacts on the budget process and on the development of manpower requirements.

b. Line managers organize work and structure positions. This includes assigning, changing, or eliminating part or all of the duties and responsibilities that have been grouped together to constitute a position.

c. The activity commander will designate as CIPMS Position Management Officer (PMO), a management official who is trained in CIPMS budget administration and PM&C (for example, the SIC or ACPM. The PMO will provide management expertise and PM knowledge to assist in resolution of difficult position Structure, manpower, reorganization, or budget problems. If no PMO is designated, the activity commander will serve as the PMO. Figure 3-2 contains a suggested format for this designation.

3-7. Position management program indicators
Program indicators specific to the CIPMS PM program are listed below. (Also, see FPM, chap 312 and AR 690-300, chap 312.) The CIPMS PM program will strive to accomplish the following:

a. Establish and use dual track career ladders in CIPMS occupational families.

b. Upon vacancy, recruit and appoint at the lowest grade compatible with mission accomplishment to make maximum use of financial resources.

c. Consolidate higher graded duties in the fewest possible positions

d. Establish and use bridge positions between clerical, technical, and professional-administrative positions. Bridge positions serve the following purposes:

(1) Support CIPMS upward mobility and affirmative action goals.

(2) Provide an economical opportunity to reduce turnover..

(3) Improve employee morale.

(4) Retain valuable organizational expertise.

e. Whenever possible, establish or use existing positions to provide part-time employment and employment for the handicapped.

3-8. Position management studies
a. Commanders will ensure that PM studies conducted as needed to accomplish the following:

(1) Identify ways to improve position structures.

(2) Establish the most effective structure.

(3) Achieve classification accuracy.

(4) Ensure management understanding of and commitment to the PM program elements listed in paragraph 3-7.

b. PM studies may be conducted alone or in conjunction with a comprehensive personnel management evaluation.

Section IV
Classification Complaint and Appeal Procedures

3-9. Overview
a. CIPMS employees may appeal the pay plan, series, title, and/or grade of their officially assigned position at any time without fear of reprisal or future prejudice.

b. Whenever a classification decision is made that will lead to a declassification at a lower grade or rate of base pay, the affected employee must be formally notified in writing. This notice must inform the employee that an appeal may only be filed within 15 calendar days of the personnel action to preserve entitlement to retroactive benefits.

3-10. Matters excluded
Employees may not appeal or follow informal complaint procedures concerning the following:

a. Inclusion in or exclusion from CIPMS.

b. The accuracy of job descriptions. Accuracy will be resolved between the employee and the supervisor. If necessary, the activity commander or PMO will decide on current and future duties end responsibilities assigned to the position. This decision will be final.

c. The content of CIPMS or OPM classification standards and guides or wage schedules and rates.

d. The classification of a position to which they are detailed or temporarily promoted.

e. A proposed classification.

f. The classification of a position based on comparison with other positions rather than with published standards or guides. CPO staffs, in conjunction with line management officials, must ensure, however, that classification decisions for similar, identical, or related positions are consistent with applicable classification guidance or appeal decisions. (See para 3-3c.)

g. The classification of a position which has already been the subject of an appeal, unless there has been a change in the governing classification standard or AUG, or in the major duties, or KSAs required by the position.

h. Other issues as determined by the DCSINT in conjunction with the DCP.

3-11. Employee representatives

a. An employee has the right to be assisted in preparing and presenting an informal classification complaint or position classification appeal by a representative of his or her own choosing. The employee must designate the representative in writing. The representative cannot be an employee-

(1) Whose activities as a representative would cause a conflict for apparent conflict of interest or position (for example, anyone in the supervisory or managerial chain of command above the position in question, or a member of the CPO staff).

(2) Who cannot be released from official duties because of priority needs of the Government.

(3) Whose release would give rise to unreasonable costs to the Government.

b. The organization will not initiate security clearance proceedings for clearing a designated representative. If the representative does not have the proper clearance, the employee may take one of the following actions:

(1) Choose a representative with the proper clearance.

(2) Forgo representation.

(3) Allow the case to proceed without the representative being allowed to challenge or otherwise comment on the classified information.

3-12. Informal complaint procedures
An employee may request an informal review of the pay plan, title, series, or grade of his or her position at any time. Informal complaints are characterized as follows:

a. The requested review must concern the employee's officially assigned position.

b. Informal complaints can be oral or written; however, oral complaints cannot be used to compute retroactive pay,

c. An informal complaint is directed to the employee's immediate supervisor.

d. The supervisor will discuss the matter with the employee and explain the evaluation of the position. The supervisor may request assistance from the CPO.

e. If the employee is satisfied, no further action need be taken.

f If a change in pay plan, title, series, or grade is necessary, the change will be made within 4 pay periods from the date of the decision.

g. The informal complaint process should take no more than 15 calendar days.

h. If the employee is not satisfied, he or she may file an appeal following procedures in paragraph 3-13.

3-13. Formal appeal procedures

a. Criteria. A position classification appeal is a formal request by the employee for a change to his or her official pay plan, title, series, or grade. An employee may file an appeal at any time; however, it is recommended that the employee follow the informal complaint procedures outlined in paragraph 3-12 first.

b. Procedures. Appeal adjudication policy and procedures are developed at the MACOM and FOA level. CIPMS managers and supervisors, in conjunction with the CPO staff, will provide employees information on these procedures and explain PM&C decisions.

c. Content of the appeal. The suggested format for a classification appeal is shown at figure 3-3. The employee's appeal must be in writing and most contain the following minimum information:

(1) The appellant's name.

(2) Complete organizational location including installation, branch, and section.

(3) Current job number and classification (title, series, and grade).

(4) lob classification requested (title, series, and grade).

(5) Name of appellant's representative, if any.

(6) Reasoning supporting this request. The employee may attach documents in support of the request. Classified documents will be identified, but not attached

d. Filing the appeal. Employees will address appeals through the servicing CPO and ACPM to the MACOM or FOA. Appeals by MACOM or FOA staff employees will be addressed through the CPO and CPM directly to the DCSINT. When the appellant's organization belongs to a different command than the servicing CPO, the appellate authority is vested in the chain of command existing in the appellant's organization. The CPO, in conjunction with the ACPM, will add the following information to the appeal:

(1) A copy of the current official job description and a copy of the supervisor's job description (military or civilian), unless those documents are classified. If classified, the CPO will add a statement to that effect and give the location where the job description may be reviewed and the clearance level required to do so.

(2) A statement of duties required. Attach either of the following:

(a) A statement, signed by both the appellant and supervisor, that the job description completely and accurately describes the position's major duties, responsibilities, and the KSAs required to perform them.

(b) The commander's directive that the current and future duties will conform to the official job description, if the commander or PMO has been involved in determining the accuracy of assigned duties (para 3-10b).

(3) A brief evaluation statement analyzing the rationale for the classification decision.

(4) Information on the mission and structure of the organization, including an organizational chart detailing the title, series, grade, and job number of all positions in the unit, including military positions.

(5) The job descriptions and any available evaluation statements of subordinate positions (civilian or military), if the appellant's position is supervisory. Classified documents are treated as in paragraph 3-13d(I).

(6) A copy of the current performance plans for the position under appeal.

e. Review of the file. The appellant or the appellant's representative will be given the opportunity to review the material being attached, and may odd to the appeal any further comments. Two copies of the completed case file will then be forwarded for decision as in paragraph 3-13d.

f. Decision levels and time limits. MACOMs and FOAs constitute the first CIPMS appellate authority, except for those positions at the MACOM or FOA headquarters. The DCSINT is the first and final appellate authority for such positions. MACOM and FOA commanders will ensure that decisions are coordinated with both the SIO or CPM and the director of civilian personnel. Appeal decisions will normally be made within 30 calendar days of receipt. If a decision cannot be made within that period, the appellant will be informed in writing of the expected date of decision and the reasons for the delay. If the appeal is later forwarded to the DCSINT for decision, an additional 30-day period begins upon receipt at that level. Similarly, the DCSINT will inform the appellant when a decision is delayed and of the reasons for the delay. The suggested format for responding to a classification appeal is shown at figure 3-4.

(1) Should the MACOM or FOA reach a decision favorable to the appellant, the appellant will be notified in writing and any required personnel action will be effected. (See para 3-13i and the suggested format at fig 3-5.)

(2) Should the MACOM or FOA reach a decision unfavorable to the appellant, the appellant will be informed in writing. This written notice will contain an analysis of the major duties, responsibilities, and qualification requirements of the position as they relate to the applicable classification criteria. The notice will also advise that in order to continue the appeal, the appellant or his or her representative must request, in writing, a higher level review. This request must be received by the MACOM or FOA which rendered the initial decision within 15 calendar days after the data of the original decision memorandum. The request must contain specific reasons why the appellant disagrees with the original decision.

(3) If the appellant requests further review, the MACOM or FOA will forward two copies of the case file and decision memorandum to the IPMO, HQDA (DAMI-CP), WASH, DC 20310-1001.

(4) The DCSINT (or designee) is the final appeal authority for DA CIPMS employees.

g. CIPMS standardized job descriptions. If the appellant is assigned to a standardized job description and the employee and supervisor agree that the job description adequately describes the major duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required, the case file will be forwarded to the activity that initiated the standard job description (for example, the MACOM or the IPMO).

h. Reporting requirement. Upon issuance, copies of all formal appeal decisions will he sent to the IPMO where they will he reviewed for consistency.

i. Effective dates

(1) The effective date of any action required by a classification appeal decision will not be earlier than the date of decision. However, it will not be later than the beginning of the fourth pay period after the decision.

(2) A corrective action is based on a decision that reverses, in whole or in part, a downgrading or other classification action that resulted in reduced compensation. If the classification decision that is being corrected resulted in a demotion, and if the appeal was filed in a timely manner, the effective date of the corrective action will he retroactive to the date of the adverse action.

j. Canceling an appeal.

(1) A position classification appeal will be canceled if the appellant requests cancellation in writing.

(2) The servicing CPO will advise the appellate authority promptly when an employee leaves a position which is under appeal. If there is no chance of retroactive benefit, the appeal will be canceled. If there is a chance of retroactive benefit, a decision will be reached, unless the employee or his or her beneficiary withdraws the appeal in writing.

(3) Appellants must cooperate in processing their appeals. If an appellant does not furnish information within the time stated by the requesting authority, the appeal may be canceled. As an alternative, the appellate authority may decide the case based on available information.

(4) When an appeal is canceled, both the activity where the case originated and the appellant will be notified,

k. Reopening an appeal

(1) No classification appeal may be reopened after being canceled due to the appellant's failure to submit requested information within the time allowed. An exception to this rule is made when the appellant can show that circumstances beyond his or her control prevented timely submission of the information. No classification appeal may be reopened after the decision has been made, unless the appellant presents new and material evidence. Any such request must include the appellant's certification that he or she became aware of the new evidence no earlier than 10 calendar days prior to submission of the request.

(2) Normally, the appellate level that first decided a case should make the decision to reopen the appeal; but an appeal may also be reopened by the DCSINT. An appellant may request reopening of an appeal by submitting written justification in accordance with paragraph (1) above, and attaching the complete file of the original appeal.

(3) An employee may submit a special request to reopen an appeal directly to the IPMO, if he or she charges either improper action by the appellate authority, or that the appeal decision contradicts previous decisions made by echelons above the appellate authority.

Section I
Policy and Procedures
4-1. Policy

a. The probationary period for new supervisors and managers does not apply to CIPMS (FPM, chap 315.9).

b. The provisions Of DOD Instruction 1404.12, do not apply to those organizations in the DOD components that have as a primary function intelligence, counterintelligence, investigative, or national security responsibilities. Therefore, spouse preference will not be granted when filling CIPMS positions. Due consideration should be given, however, to spouses of military and civilian employees under local placement procedures.

4-2. Staffing procedures
a. Recruitment and selection procedures will provide for management's right to select from any appropriate source. Managers will consider sources that are most likely to produce candidates who will best meet agency objectives, contribute new ideas and different viewpoints, and meet affirmative action goals. The methods selected may include any combination of internal and external recruitment sources, to include use of DISCAS,

b. Each non-CIPMS applicant selected for a CIPMS position will be advised in writing as early in the application process as practicable, but not later than the date of appointment, that the position for which selected is in the excepted service and covered by CIPMS. They will be provided information on the major provisions of CIPMS and will sign a statement attesting to their understanding of these provisions at the time they enter on duty. A suggested format designed for this purpose is shown at figure 4-1. The signed statement will be placed in the official personnel folder (OPF) and a copy will be given to the employee,

Section II
External Recruitment
4-3. Recruitment policy

a. The CIPMS external recruitment program is designed to provide the flexibility to recruit high quality eligibles for vacant positions. The use of streamlined recruitment and selection procedures must not, however, jeopardize merit principles.

b. Within CIPMS, external recruitment refers to the search for applicants who are new to Federal civilian service. An employee currently serving on a permanent appointment with any Federal agency in either the competitive or excepted service is considered under the merit promotion and placement provisions of this chapter (sec III).

c. Activity officials will deal directly with the public in recruiting and hiring. They will bear full responsibility for upholding the Army's obligation and commitment to merit principles, including EEO and affirmative action.

d. The zone of publicity will be determined based on such factors as the anticipated number of vacancies, the locations of the vacancies, the locations and potential yield of recruitment sources, and affirmative action considerations. For use of paid advertising see AR 690-300, chapter 332.

4.4. Recruitment procedures

a. Each activity will develop local procedures for accepting applications from external candidates. These procedures must be in writing and must be uniformly applied to all applicants for all vacancies for which external applicants are accepted. Procedures may provide for establishment of an applicant supply file, skills bank, or for job-specific vacancy announcements. CIPMS is not subject to OPM rules (FPM, chap 213) on accepting, rating, and arranging applications.

b. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications standards established for the position (sec IV). Appropriate methods for rating and ranking applicants will be determined locally. Examination criteria will be job-related and consistent with acceptable professional standards. Either adjective (eligible, ineligible) or numerical ratings (for example, 70-100) may be assigned. Any use of formal tests will be per paragraph 4-20.

c. Veterans preference will be applied in the following manner to all employment lists derived from external applicants:

(1) Criteria in the FPM for determining the preference eligibility of each applicant apply to CIPMS without change.

(2) Neither the "rule of three" nor the referral of preference eligible by category (for example, compensable or noncompensable) is required.

(3) Activities will devise specific procedures for the application of veterans preference. At a minimum, such procedures will ensure that-

(a) Veterans preference is weighed as a positive factor in the selection process.

(b) Preference eligibles are granted preference in selection over nonpreference eligibles with substantially equal qualifications.

(c) When a nonpreference eligible is selected, the reasons for nonselection of any preference eligible on the referral list are documented and provided to the applicant, upon request,

(d) Guards, messengers, and custodians arc appointed from among preference eligibles as long as preference eligibles are available.

d. See AR 690--300, subchapter 12 for policy on appointment of retired members of the Armed Forces. Army policy applies to CIPMS with the following exceptions:

(1) For those positions for which authority to approve waivers rests at the MACOM level, coordination between the CPO staff and the CP-35 CPM is required.

(2) For those waivers requiring approval at HQDA, authority is delegated to the DCSINT. Requests for approval should be forwarded through command channels to the IPMO, HQDA (DAMI-CP) WASH, DC 20310-1001.

e. Guidelines on the availability and use of recruitment incentives are found in chapter 6.

4-5. Administrative disqualification
All candidates for CIPMS positions mast meet applicable eligibility standards. Any of the reasons listed in FPM, chapter 213 may disqualify an applicant for employment. See AR 380-67 for additional factors for positions that require access to classified information or for assignment to sensitive duties. Disqualification based solely on lack of the required security clearance or access, however, may not be made until after application of the administrative action procedures outlined in AR 380-67. Appointees must meet any citizenship requirements of the current appropriations act.

4-6. Conditions of employment
a. All conditions of employment require a statement of understanding and must be communicated to employees and applicants and agreed to in writing prior to employment or assignment to a covered position. Copies of the written agreement on conditions of employment will be maintained in the employee's OPF. Failure to attest to the specified conditions of employment will be grounds for withdrawal of an employment offer.

b. Conditions of employment will be imposed whim required by law or regulation, or when determined by appropriate management authority to be in either the interest of the national security or mandatory for effective performance of the position. Examples of possible conditions of employment are the requirements to-

(1) Obtain .and maintain access to the level of classified information requited of the position.

(2) Undergo a periodic polygraph examination.

(3) Meet physical or medical standards.

(4) Be mobile.

(5) Obtain and maintain professional certification or license.

c. Applicants failing or refusing to meet applicable conditions of employment may not be appointed. Employees falling or refusing to meet or maintain a condition of employment may be denied assignment to a position and/or removed from a position requiring the condition of employment by reassignment, demotion, or removal from the Federal service. Reassignments may include those requiring a permanent change of duty station, assignment to another Army or D0D agency, or substantial retraining. See chapter 9 for information on adverse actions based on failure to meat or maintain a condition of employment.

4-7. Trial period
All new employees will serve a 1-year trial period. A new employee who has previously completed a trial or probationary period in either the excepted or the competitive service need not serve another trial period. The guidelines in FPM, chapter 315.A apply in determining whether this requirement has been previously satisfied. OPM and Army guidance on documenting completion of the trial period also applies.

4-8. Recruiting assistance
Requests for regional or national advertising or recruiting assistance may be forwarded through command channels to the IPMO. Inter-command, CIPMS-wide, and intelligence community-wide recruiting efforts are encouraged.

Section III
Promotion and Internal Placement
4-9. Merit promotion plans

Commanders will ensure that there is a local merit promotion plan which covers the activity's CIPMS positions and that the requirements of this regulation are satisfied. Procedures in the plan will be based on merit, streamlined, be free of restrictive language, and provide for maximum management flexibility in filling positions. Provisions of this regulation may be superseded by DOD-level career program regulations for jobs that are filed through central skills ties, such as DISCAS.

4-10. Internal placement policy

a. The merit promotion plan may allow for varying areas of consideration, depending on the nature and level of the positions covered.

b. Except as stated in paragraph 4-19d, to be eligible for promotion or placement, candidates must meet the minimum qualification standards prescribed for the position (sac IV), Successful attainment of all mandatory competencies for the employee's current grade band will be considered prior to any promotion to the next grade band. (See chap 5.)

c. OPM time-in-grade restrictions do not apply to CIPMS.

d. Methods of evaluation must be consistent with acceptable professional standards

e. Selection procedures will provide for management's right to select or not to select from among a group of properly referred candidates.

f. CIPMS neither requires nor guarantees the promotion of an employee at any specific time in the employee's career.

4-11. Competition
In addition to the exceptions to competition listed in AR 690-300, chapter 335, and FPM, chapter 335, the following exceptions apply:

a. Temporary promotions must be made for a definite period of 2 years or less, but may be extended for additional periods of up to I year at a time at the discretion of the local commander. Except as provided in paragraph 4-11c, temporary promotions beyond 180 days must be made under competitive procedures.

b. Except as in paragraph 4-11c, details to a higher grade beyond 180 days must be made under competitive procedures.

c. A grade band promotion is a noncompetitive promotion (either temporary or permanent) to a position which is within the scope of the same servicing CPO, at a higher grade level which fails within the employee's current grade band, and is within the employee's current line of work. Positions are generally in the same line of work if they are alike enough to permit change of employees from one position to another without significant differences in the KSAs required for successful performance. The determination that two positions in different series are in the same line of work will be documented in the case file. This authority may not be used to promote an employee from a nonsupervisory to a supervisory position.

d. Promotion (or detail) to a grade no higher than previously held on a permanent basis in either the competitive or the excepted service.

4-12. Records and review
The CPO will maintain a record of each action sufficient to allow reconstruction. Records will contain documentation of qualification determinations and the standard upon which those were based. Records must be available for review for a minimum period of 5 years from the effective date of the resulting personnel action.

4-13. Grievances
Grievances will be resolved under the Army grievance procedures. (See pare 9-4.)

4-14. Corrective actions
Guidance in FPM, chapter 335, on reconstruction of personnel actions applies to CIPMS. Instead of OPM approvals, the following is required:

a. Retention in the position. Generally, an erroneously promoted employee may be retained in the position only if the promotion action can be corrected to conform to all Army and DOD requirements as of the date the action was taken. If an employee is not retained in the position to which promoted, he or she must be returned to his or her former position and grade or placed in a different position at the grade previously held for which he or she is qualified.

b. Nonselected employees. Employees who did not receive proper consideration in placement actions will be given priority consideration for the next suitable vacancy.

4-15. Details

a. Refer to paragraph 4-11 regarding the requirement for competition. Other policies and procedures in FPM, chapter 300, and AR 690-300, chapter 300, apply except that extensions which exceed the time limits in FPM, chapter 300, may be approved by the local commander. Supervisors will ensure that details are limited to the shortest possible timeframes so that the principles of employee equity and proper job classification are not compromised.

b. CIPMS employees may not be detailed to positions in the competitive service without prior OPM approval. Requests should be submitted to OPM, 1900 E Street, N.W., WASH DC 20415 according to FPM, chapter 300.

4-16. Reduction In force (RIF)
Policy in FPM, supplement 351, for excepted service positions applies to CIPMS. CIPMS employees will have no assignment fights (bump and retreat) to positions outside their competitive levels. Strong consideration will be given to assigning released employees to vacancies within the serviced area of the CPO for which they are well qualified. Information on appeal and grievance rights is found in chapter 9.

4-17. Grade and pay retention
The grade and pay retention provisions of the FPM,. DOD, and Army regulations apply to CIPMS, except that the policy and procedures for appeals on classification will be according to this regulation.

4-18. Reemployment rights

a. Reemployment rights will be granted to eligible CIPMS employees per the ICDP (See DOD 1430.10-M-3). Placement assistance for overseas employees without reemployment rights will be provided through the Placement Assistance for Overseas Personnel provisions of the ICDP.

b. Reemployment within Army of eligible employees will follow the procedures of AR 690-300, chapter 352. The IPMO may be notified, through MACOM or FOA channels, when the exercise of reemployment rights is expected to result in separation of a CIPMS employee, in order to provide additional placement assistance.

Section IV
Qualification Requirements

4-19. Qualification standards

a. Activities may use any of the following to determine the qualifications of candidates for a given position:

(1) The appropriate OPM qualification standard.

(2) A locally-developed CIPMS qualification standard. Standards should be developed locally when it is determined that the existing OPM standard does not meet the needs of the activity. The standard will be developed based on the actual duties and responsibilities of the occupation without regard for the qualifications of any given potential applicant or employee. A positive education requirement may be prescribed only when the duties of a scientific, technical, or professional position cannot be performed by a person who does not have the prescribed minimum education. The CPO will ensure equity and consistency among locally-developed standards. The adequacy of locally-developed standards is subject to review in the program evaluation process. Perceived inequity between servicing CP0s may be raised to the parent command or the IPMO for review and resolution;

(3) An Army-wide CIPMS standard, if available. Army-wide standards may be modified locally to react mission-related needs.

b. The same qualification standard will apply to all candidates, both internal and external, for a given position.

c. Applicants must meet the minimum education requirements, if any, of the applicable standard. Certification or licensure requirements of a standard must also be satisfied.

d. Generally, the OPM guidance on application of qualification standards (Handbook X-118 and FPM, chap 338) applies. As an exception, an internal applicant may enter a new occupation even if lacking the specific requirements of the basic standard for that occupation, provided that his or her overall background gives clear indication of ability and potential to perform the duties of the position. In such cases, movement will be by reassignment, change to lower grade, or by conversion to a new excepted appointment at the same or lower grade. Following such a move, the employee will be expected to dearly demonstrate possession of the KSAs necessary to satisfactorily perform the work of the new position before being eligible for promotion within that occupation. In subsequent placement actions, only the difference in qualifications between the position held and the position desired need be considered.

e. The use of training agreements that provide for accelerated promotion is authorized. Training agreements must meet the requirements of AR 690-300, chapter 338. Approval authority is delegated to the MACOM for any agreement having application no wider than the MACOM. Provide one copy of all training agreements to the IPMO, rather than OPM, upon approval. Authority to approve training agreements with Army-wide CIPMS application is delegated to the Director, IPMO.

f. OPM regulations on age requirements and on setting physical standards will be applied.

4-20. Written and performance tests
Written and performance tests are not required but may be developed and/or administered as deemed appropriate. Any use of written tests must conform to the requirements of the Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures, and applicable Army and DOD guidance. One copy of any written test used in the evaluation of candidates will be sent to the director, IPMO (HQDA (DCSINT) ATTN: DAMI-CP, WASH DC 20310-1001).

(Date)

1. I, (employee's name), have been Selected for the following position:

(Title)

(Series, grade)

(Activity)

2. l understand that this position falls within the Scope of the Civilian Intelligence personnel Management System (CIPMS), an excepted service personnel system for the civilian intelligence employees of the Military Departments. I further understand that-

a. My appointment to this position does not confer competitive status.

b. I understand in accordance with an agreement between the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and DOD, effective March 9, 1990, I may be considered for a position in the competitive Service after serving continuously for at least 1 year in a CIPMS position. Otherwise, I understand that I may be considered for a position in the competitive service only if: (1) l have personal competitive status by virtue of previous employment in the competitive service or, (2) after I have passed an open competitive examination conducted by or under the guidelines of the 0FM,

c. I am entitled to the same retirement, health and life insurance, leave, and injury compensation benefits, as other Federal employees.

3. I acknowledge that I have received information on the specific features of CIPMS and have been given an opportunity to discuss issues relating to my employment under this system. Accordingly, I accept this offer of employment under CIPMS.

(Employee's signature) (Date)

(CPO representative's signature) (Date)

5-1. Policy
a. FPM chapters 410 and 412 apply to CIPMS. This chapter supplements, but does not repeat, requirements found in the FPM and must be used in conjunction with that regulation. AR690-400, chapters 410 and 413, are applicable to CIPMS employees, except where changes or additions are noted.

b. Diverse experience within the Federal intelligence community generally enhances intelligence and related competencies. Movement of employees among and between the Departments and other elements of the intelligence community (for example, Defense Intelligence Agency, Central Intelligence Agency, and National Security Agency) is encouraged.

c. Training and career management will be used as tools to develop and sustain a professional and competent intelligence work force, and assist in the achievement of work force management and affirmative action objectives.

d. CIPMS training policy supports the following concepts:

(1) Dual track career ladders, which provide for coexistent progression as supervisors-managers or technical specialists.

(2) The establishment of developmental positions (for example, bridge positions) and training programs to promote the development of non career program employees.

5-2. Determining training requirements

a. The Army Civilian Training, Education, and Development System (ACTEDS) plan for employees in the Intelligence Career Program, CP-35, will be published separately in a DA pamphlet. The ACTEDS plan prescribes mandatory and recommended training for each grade band by broad career area. It also illustrates career ladders within the intelligence field. It includes relevant ICDP requirements as well as additional universal Army-specific training for incumbents of positions covered by CP-35.

b. Training priorities for CIPMS employees whose primary functional specialty is represented in other Army career programs are found in the ACTEDS training plans of the appropriate career program. Intelligence-related competencies and training priorities may also be established for these career program employees in the CP-35 ACTEDS Plan.

c. CIPMS employees covered by ACTEDS plans, and their supervisors, will work together to ensure mandatory competencies for each grade band are attained in a timely manner. Attainment of all mandatory competencies for the employee's present grade band will be considered prior to promotion to the next grade band. Competencies may be attained through courses required in the ACTEDS plan, on-the-job training, previous experience, or through other equivalent source. Refer to paragraph 13-5 regarding certification of competencies.

d. Training and career development needs for CIPMS employees in clerical and technician career path positions will be determined through local procedures units MACOM or Army-wide guidance is published.

e. In addition to training in civilian personnel management required for all new supervisors, new CIPMS supervisors will receive training on the CIPMS program within 3 months of assuming supervisory responsibility. The training will stress the major differences between the Army competitive service personnel system and CIPMS. A CIPMS overview is also required for all new CIPMS employees within 3 months of entering on duty. Training materials are available from the IPMO upon request.

5-3. Survey of training needs

a. DD Form 1917 (Individual Development Plan) (IDP) is used to identify and survey training needs for professional administrative career path employees. The IDP will be completed during the performance appraisal process. Instructions for completing DD Form 1917 are in DOD Manual 1430.10-M-3.

b. AR 690-400, chapters 410 and 430, apply to technician and clerical career path employees.

c. ACPMs and activity training coordinators will assist the CPO in the completion of training needs assessments.

5-4. Identifying training Sources

a. Security will be a factor in choosing the .most appropriate source of training.

b. Commanders of large concentrations of CIPMS employees may request course presentations by mobile training teams. Requests and reimbursement for such training may be negotiated between the requesting activity and the training organization.

5-5. Individual development plane (IDPs)

a. Professional-administrative career path employees.

(1) DD Form 1917 will be used as the IDP. It will be completed at least annually and forwarded to the Defense Intelligence Agency upon completion, according to ICDP procedures.

(2) DD Form 1917 contains training requirements planned 5 years in advance with emphasis on specific requirements for the succeeding year. IDPs will relate to performance of the current position as well as to anticipated future assignments as specified in the applicable portion of the ACTEDS plan, and personal career goals of the employee.

(3) Supervisors will accomplish IDPs concurrently with performance appraisals except that the initial IDP will be completed at the same time the performance plan is discussed with the new employee.

(4) See DOD 1430.10-M-3 for specific guidance on counseling employees.

(5) The status of the employee's registration in DISCAS must be documented on the IDP. (See para 7-5b.)

b. IDPs for technician and clerical career path employees will be completed per AR 690-400, chapters 410 and 430. Identified training may reflect competencies required for grade levels within the employee's current grade band.

c. When a position change occurs, the new supervisor will determine if the change is significant enough to warrant a new IDP.

5-6. Funding

a. Funds to execute training plans will be obtained through established resource management procedures, Training opportunities that are funded centrally by HQDA will be managed for CP-35 employees by the IPMO and administered by MACOMs.

b. The CIPMS training coordinator will work with the CPO and MACOM to obtain funds, both locally and centrally controlled, for CIPMS training.

5-7. Intake analysis and special programs
Each MACOM and activity will periodically analyze its need for entry level professional-administrative and technician career path employees. The establishment of intern, upward mobility, and other training programs should be considered to ensure the acquisition and retention of high quality applicants, to include women and minorities, and the training of fully competent and professional employees.

a. Intern programs. Intern programs will be established and managed per AR 690-950 and the applicable ACTEDS Plan. Commanders are encouraged to provide rotational and develop mental assignments for interns from other commands to ensure the best possible training experience for CIPMS interns.

b. Upward mobility. Managers and supervisors will strive to structure the work of their units to establish and utilize bridge positions between clerical, technician, and professional-administrative positions. Army policy on upward mobility in AR 690-300 applies to CIPMS.

c. Dual track. Commanders should promote the dual track (nonsupervisory or supervisory-managerial) career ladder concept in all aspects of career development and training. In addition to technical training, supervisory and managerial training and developmental activities will be included in IDPs for employees in the supervisory-managerial track.

d. Career ladders, Career ladders represent the normal progression pattern within a specialty. They may span one or more grade bands and represent a progressive increase of responsibilities and employee competency. Except for intern positions (a above), established career ladders may be tailored to reflect locally-determined grade levels, competencies, and required or recommended training.

6-1. Overview

a. Except as provided below, basic rates of pay for CIPMS positions, both GS end FWS, are identical to rates payable under section 53, title 5, United States Code.

b. CIPMS-unique compensation programs are designed to -

(1) Enhance the recruitment and retention of individuals with unusually high qualifications, unique qualifications, or scarce skills; fill shortage category positions; or fill positions at remote or undesirable work sites. (See glossary

(2) Be used only when there is a clearly documented need and a positive cost benefit. Evidence of need may include such factors as the following:

(a) A high rate of vacant positions in the specialty despite extensive recruitment efforts.

(b) An unacceptably high turnover rate.

(c) A high rate of declinations from well-qualified individuals.

(d) A scarcity of applicants possessing a particular skill.

(e) The particularly high level of qualifications possessed by the applicant in question.

(f) Others as determined appropriate by management.

c. Recommendations for new or revised entitlements will be forwarded through command channels to the IPMO, HQDA (DAMI-CP), WASH, DC 20310-1001, for consideration.

d. The recruitment and retention benefits authorized in this chapter may be used alone or in combination, as deemed appropriate by the approving official. Allowances will be authorized at the minimum amount necessary to meet the specific recruitment or retention need.

e. Neither nonreceipt of a discretionary recruitment incentive nor the amount or type of incentive paid is grievable. Additional information on the grievance system is in chapter 9.

6-2. CIPMS special salary rates

a. Special salary rates approved by OPM apply equally to CIPMS employees, unless specifically superseded by a CIPMS special salary schedule.

b. ClPMS-unique special salary rates may be approved by ASD (FM&P) for specified geographic areas, occupations, and grade levels. It must first be shown that pay rates in competing sectors are so substantially above the pay rates authorized for the ClPMS positions concerned that recruitment or retention of well-qualified persons is significantly hampered.

(1) CIPMS special salary rates will generally be based on the criteria found in FPM, chapter 530, unless superseded by separate CIPMS policy.

(2) Requests for establishment or modification of a special rate, with appropriate justification, should be forwarded through command channels to the IPMO. For ease and consistency, the request format prescribed by OPM will be used. Preliminary date from all affected DOD organizations and any available information on rates paid by other intelligence community activities in the local area must also be included.

(3) Termination of a special salary rate is not grievable under the Army's Grievance System.

c. PM instructions on pay setting apply.

6-3. Premium recruitment bonus payment
This is a once-in-a-lifetime payment over and above scheduled basic salary and benefits to a new CIPMS employee upon selection under the conditions described in paragraph 6-1b. For this purpose, a new CIPMS employee is defined as one who is not currently serving in a CIPMS position and, if a former Federal employee, has a break of at least 90 days since last holding a CIPMS position.

a. The bonus will be in the range of $500 to $10,000, depending on market conditions, competing offers, applicant's current salary, fund availability, and scarcity of skills sought. It may be paid in a lump sum or in the form of periodic payments, before the end of the period of service agreed to under b below.

b. The recipient of a bonus incurs an obligation to serve in an Army CIPMS position for an agreed upon period of time, which is not less than I year and may not exceed 3 years.

(1) If the individual voluntarily leaves the Army's CIPMS program or is separated for cause from the Army's CIPMS program before the end of the agreed to period, the individual will repay the Government any part of the bonus already paid.

(2) Amounts due are recoverable by the Government under any method provided by law.

(3) The MACOM commander, or equivalent, may grant exceptions to the repayment requirement when it is determined that recovery would be inequitable and against the public interest. Waiver authority may be further delegated to a level no lower than activity commanders.

c. Payment will not be made before the individual and the employing agency (approving official and CPO) complete DA Form 5935-R (CIPMS Recruitment Bonus Service Agreement). DA Form 5935-R will be reproduced locally on 8 � by ll-inch paper. A copy for local reproduction is located at the back of this regulation. One copy of the completed agreement will be filed in the employee's OPF, one copy will be provided to the employee, and one copy will be forwarded to the finance office for payment.

7-1. Policy

a. The Army's performance appraisal plan for civilians will be used for all CIPMS employees. Accordingly, in any adverse action proceeding based on unacceptable performance, activities should submit in evidence OPM approval of Army's performance appraisal plan. (See AR 690-400, chap 430.)

b. CIPMS does not use Performance Management and Recognition System (PMRS). Therefore, the provisions of AR 690-400, chapter 430, applying to PMRS, and, AR 690-500, chapter 540, are not applicable.

7-2. Special requirements for performance plans and ratings
a. Performance Management is a key element of CIPMS. Military and civilian supervisors of CIPMS employees will fully utilize the Army's Performance Management System and standardized CIPMS performance plans to do the following:

(1) Plan for the attainment of organizational goals and objectives.

(2) Direct and prioritize work.

(3) Elicit the advice and recommendations of the civilian workforce on work-related matters,

(4) Encourage productivity.

(5) Assist problem performers.

(6) Recognize excellence in work performance.

b. Personnel management will be, at a minimum, a noncritical element in the performance plans of all CIPMS supervisors. Managers have the discretion to make personnel management a critical or noncritical element. The standards in the personnel management element will provide for the appraisal of the unique authorities and responsibilities of CIPMS supervisors. (See AR 690-400, chap 430, for other requirements.) Performance standards should include the following, when applicable:

(1) The estimation and management of, and the .accountability for the organization's personnel management budget.

(2) Proper utilization of direct hire authority.

(3) The use of position management and compensation tools to attract and retain quality personnel.

(4) Timely provision of mandatory training.

(5) Oversight of DISCAS registration of all eligible subordinate employees.

c. The achievement of CIPMS EEO goals and objectives and support for a CIPMS Affirmative Action (AA) Plan, when developed, will be considered along with performance supporting command and local goals and objectives when establishing performance plans and standards for CIPMS supervisors. The determination of whether EEO and AA is to be a separate performance element, or a standard within the personnel management element will comply with the policy in AR 690-400, chapter 430.

7-3. Standardized performance plans

a. CIPMS supervisors will use standardized performance plans or adapt them, as required, whenever possible to promote equity, and to ease the administrative burden. This will provide for greater consistency with other CIPMS standardized products, such as job description, crediting plans, and career ladders.

b. MACOMs and activities will assist in Army-wide efforts to develop standardized performance plans. Development of local and command standardized performance standards for positions not yet covered by Army-wide standardized performance plans is encouraged.

7-4. Security considerations

a. Refer to paragraph 9-8 for information on the potential impact of performance problems on the protection of classified information.

b. Termination actions are processed according to chapter 10 whenever it is considered that such action is in the interest of the United States, and it has been determined that other procedures cannot be invoked in a manner consistent with the national security.

7-5. Individual development plane for DISCAS-eligible employees

a. Completion of the IDP portion of the DA Form 5398 (Civilian Performance Rating), is not required for CIPMS employees who are eligible to register in DISCAS. For those employees, DD Forms 1917 will be completed. A copy will be attached to the DA Form 5398, which will be annotated to reflect that the DD Form 1917 is attached.

b. All eligible employees and their supervisors are responsible for complete and current DISCAS registration. The status of the employees' registration will be annotated on the DD Form 1917 on an annual basis.

c. Refer to chapter 5 for additional information on the IDP.

7-6. Termination and removal actions
Some termination and removal actions require prior coordination with HQDA (DAMI-CIS). (See para 9-7.)

7-7. Grievances regarding performance ratings
Some local procedures call for the establishment of a board or committee, or the appointment of an independent officer to review and make recommendation on grievances regarding performance ratings. For review of CIPMS-related grievances, a reasonable number of those appointed to this function should possess the appropriate security clearance and technical knowledge to adequately evaluate the performance in question. Requests for assistance in identifying technical experts may be made through channels to the MACOM or the IPMO.

Section I
General Provisions

8-1. Eligibility

CIPMS employees are eligible for all monetary and honorary awards and for nonmonetary recognition, except fur those restricted to PMRS. (See AR 672-20.) CIPMS employees may also participate in the Army Suggestion Program.

8-2. POLICY

a. Army's Performance Recognition System will be used aggressively in conjunction with the Performance Management System to reward, recognize, and motivate individual and group performance and productivity. It will also be used, along with other CIPMS features, to attract and retain high quality employees.

b. Approving officials will ensure that monetary awards for performance support CIPMS goals and objectives, to include the must cost-effective use of Army funds.

c. Awards will not be mandated for CIPMS employees based solely on attainment of any performance rating level.

8-3. Forms of recognition and qualifying criteria

a. The following forms of performance recognition may be considered:

(1) The performance rating itself, alone or in combination with others.

(2) Within-grade increase.

(3) Noncompetitive promotion.

(4) Exemplary Performance Award (EPA).

(5) Quality Step Increase (QSI).

(6) Performance Award.

(7) Special Act or Service Award (SASA), to include an On-The-Spot Award.

(8) Honorary award.

b. The following criteria should be considered when determining whether and how to recognize an employee with a performance-based award:

(1) The most recent performance rating,

(2) Prior rating and/or recognition history.

(3) position in the career ladder.

(4) Promotion history and eligibility.

(5) Present compensation.

(6) Type of position.

(7) Level of responsibility.

(8) Organizational accomplishments.

8-4. Nomination procedures and approval of awards

a. Nominating officials will initiate recommendations for performance awards in conformance with AR 672-20 and CIPMS policy, and upon consideration of the CIPMS performance award amounts table (table 8-1) and the CIPMS supplementary intangible benefits table (table 8-2).

9-1. Overview
This chapter establishes the unique CIPMS requirements for grievances, adverse actions, appeals, and disciplinary actions. The policies and procedures in AR 690-700, chapters 751 and 771; and FPM, chapters 751,752, and 771, apply to CIPMS, as supplemented by this chapter. In the event of conflicting provisions, this regulation takes precedence.

9-2. Policy

a. C1PMS employees will be given the opportunity to present their complaints, grievances, and appeals to the proper authority without fear of restraint, coercion, discrimination, or reprisal. Resolution will be prompt and equitable.

b. CIPMS policies and procedures will be followed when making decisions on grievances, adverse actions, appeals, and disciplinary actions concerning CIPMS employees.

9-3. Role of the CPM or ACPM In the grievance procedure
The ACPM or CPM, as appropriate, will review and advise the commander in conjunction with other staff advisers such as the CPO and labor counselor, on grievances, adverse actions, appeals, and disciplinary actions concerning CIPMS employees. An ACPM or CPM will be involved when their expertise is required to satisfactorily resolve the issue or when a precedent-setting application of CIPMS policy is under consideration. ACPMs and CPMs will work with the CPO to ensure that pertinent CIPMS regulations, standards, and procedures are understood and properly considered by management and presented to adjudication authorities.

9-4. Grievances

a. The Army Grievance System, AR 690-700, chapter 771, contains the appropriate grievance procedures for CIPMS employees. The following CIPMS matters are also excluded from the grievance procedures:

(1) The contents of DOD Or Army-approved occupational guides, qualification standards, and standardized factor degree descriptions, performance standards, and job descriptions.

(2) The denial and/or nonreceipt of a CIPMS recruitment or retention incentive.

(3) Removal processed through the authority of section 1590, title 10, United States Code. (See chap 10.)

(4) Army CIPMS coverage policy.

b. When a grievance is sent to the U.S. Army Civilian Appellate Review Agency (USACARA), the case file will include a statement that the employee or position in question is in CIPMS and a citation of the applicable CIPMS regulations. Classified information should be deleted from case files sent to USACARA when doing so would not obscure pertinent facts. If review of classified information is essential to the case, the file should include a statement giving the location where the classified documents may be reviewed and the level of clearance required to do so.

c. An information copy of all grievances for which the decision level is at HQDA, will be forwarded to the IPMO, HQDA (DAMI�CP), WASH, DC 20310-1001.

9-5. Appeals

a. Preference-eligible CIPMS employees who have completed 1 year of current continuous service in the same or similar positions retain all appeal rights to the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) on matters under MSPB jurisdiction. (See section 7511, title 5, United States Code.)

b. Separate appeal procedures are established in this regulation for classification (chap 3) and special termination under 10 USC 1590 (chap I0).

9-6. Disciplinary and adverse actions

a. Adverse actions taken against CIPMS employees, preference and nonpreference eligibles, will comply with all procedural requirements of FPM, chapter 752, and AR 690-700, chapter 752.

b. Demotion or removal from the Federal service based solely on the inability to meet and/or maintain the requirements of a condition of employment may be taken as a nondisciplinary action under provisions of FPM, chapter 752 and AR 690-700, chapter 751. (Refer to chap 4 for additional information on conditions of employment.)

c. CIPMS supervisors should consider individual aggravating and mitigating circumstances, as well as policies and guidance in AR 690-700, chapter 751, when proposing and deciding on disciplinary or adverse actions. In addition, they should weigh the stringent standards of on- or off-duty conduct expected of employees required to obtain and maintain access to highly classified information and facilities, and not give undue weight to precedents set for nonintelligence personnel.

d. Care must be taken when considering disciplinary or adverse action involving withdrawal or denial of security clearance or access. Disciplinary or adverse action may be taken at any time based on the underlying incidents or facts that caused the clearance or access to be temporarily withdrawn or denied. However, no action may be proposed based on the suspension or denial of clearance or access except according to the due process protections in AR 380-67.

e. Employees considered for reassignment or demotion to vacant positions must meet all qualification requirements and conditions of employment of the vacant position within a reasonable amount of time so as to not unduly interrupt the work of the gaining organization.

f. According to AR 195-6, no employee will be demoted or removed from the Federal service based solely on his or her refusal to undergo a polygraph examination. A reassignment may be effected, even if it requires a permanent change of duty station, assignment to another Army or DOD agency, or substantial retraining.

9-7. Termination and removal actions

a. Special coordination requirement. Prior written acknowledgment from the HQDA (DAMI�CIS) may be required before a final decision can be made to remove a CIPMS employee from the Federal service if the employer had access to either special compartmented intelligence, special access programs, or any other sensitive programs. (See AR 380-67 for specific requirements.)

b. Removals based on disloyalty to the U.S. section 7532, title 5, United Stains Code provides special procedures and authorities for removal of those suspected of disloyalty to the United States. AR 380-67 contains policy and procedures for the application of these authorities and procedures.

c. Special termination authority. The Secretary of Defense has authority under 10 USC 1590(e) to terminate employment without appeal outside the DOD. This authority applies when other procedures and authorities are not appropriate because national intelligence information, methods, means, or sources could be compromised through the normal appeal process. This authority is described in chapter 10 of this regulation.

9-8. Security considerations

a. The supervisor must take action when the employer's performance or conduct may impact on his or her ability to properly protect classified information. For example, the supervisor should taken action when-

(1) There is reason to believe that alcohol or drugs may be a contributing factor in a performance or conduct problem.

(2) Some other financial, marital, or personal problem may exist that might impact on the employee's ability to properly protect classified information.

b. The supervisor must consult with the local security manager to determine the advisability of continuing the employee's access to classified information and facilities. (Refer to AR 600-85 concerning counseling and rehabilitative services.)

10-1. Overview

a. Section 1590(e), tide 10, United States Code, provides that the Secretary of Defense or his or her designee may terminate the employment of any CIPMS employee whenever-

(1) It is considered that such action is in the interests of the United States.

(2) It is determined that the procedures prescribed in other provisions of law that authorize the termination of employment cannot be invoked in a manner consistent with the national security.

b. Termination of employment under this authority does not affect the right of the person involved to seek or accept employment with any other department or agency of the United States if he or she is declared eligible for such employment by OPM.

10-2. Proposing and deciding officials

a. The DCSINT will propose all removals under this authority.

b. The SA has been delegated the authority by the Secretary of Defense to make and effect decisions to terminate employment under these provisions. This authority cannot be redelegated.

c. The Secretary of Defense will make final decisions on appeals filed by employees.

10.3. Procedure

a. Request for proposed action. MACOM commanders will submit a written request for proposed removal to the IPMO for consideration and finalization by the DCSINT. The proposed action must include the following:

(1) A written proposal of termination listing the charges or other causes of action as specifically as security and privacy act provisions permit. The memorandum will include-

(a) Notification to the employee of applicable rights and timeframes for exercising those rights,

(b) The opportunity to answer charges within 30 days of receipt of the proposal.

(c) The address of the Secretary of the Army, as the deciding official.

(d) Information concerning the right to representation.

(2) Substantiating evidence, police reports, and affidavits.

(3) Indication of the employee's present employment, status and recommendation for the employee's duty status pending decision. The employee may be retained in duty status (to include detail to another position) or may be placed in nonduty status with pay if such action is considered to be in the best interests of the Army.

(4) Evaluation of the merits of the case by a labor counselor.

(5) Assessment by the responsible security manager explaining the potential for compromise of national security if the termination action were adjudicated outside of DOD.

(6) Information regarding the status of the employee's security clearance and access. Withdrawal of access is not a prerequisite for exercising this termination authority nor is it required that withdrawal of access be fully adjudicated prior to proposing termination.

(7) Information required by AR 380-67, The IPMO will coordinate with HQDA (DAMI-CIS), as required. (See para 9-7a,)

b. Approval of proposed action. The IPMO will prepare the proposal in final and obtain the approval of the DCSINT. The signed memorandum will be forwarded through channels to the activity commander for delivery to the employee. The employee will acknowledge receipt of the memorandum in writing.

c. Employee reply. The employee has the opportunity to answer the charges within 30 days of receipt of the proposal memorandum letter. The employee's reply must be made to the Secretary of the Army. Any reply must be in writing and may include affidavits.

d. Final decision by the ,Secretary of the Army. After providing the employee an opportunity to reply in writing, the Secretary of the Army will consult with the Office of General Counsel and/or the General Counsel of the Office of the Secretary of Defense and issue a decision to the employee in writing. The decision memorandum will provide the following:

(1) The reasons for the decision.

(2) Factors supporting the decision.

(3) Explanation of consideration given to any reply.

(4) The effective date of the termination.

(5) Information on the employee's right to appeal to the Secretary of Defense.

e. Appeals. Adverse decisions by the Secretary of the Army may be appealed by the employee within 20 calendar days of receipt of the written decision. Appeals will be in writing, addressed to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Force Management and Personnel, Room 3D264, Pentagon, WASH, DC 20301-4000. The appeal must contain, at a minimum, the following information:

(1) Name and current mailing address of the appellant.

(2) Copy of the written proposal, nay reply, and the decision memorandum.

(3) Statements, affidavits, or other information to show why the appeal should be granted.

f. Final review by the Secretary of Defense. The Secretary of Defense will review the record and issue a written decision. Decisions of the Secretary of Defense are final and may not be appealed or reviewed outside the Department of Defense.

g. Right to representation. The employee will have the right to be represented by an attorney or other chosen representative. The employee must name the representative in writing. Representatives will be restricted from access to classified information unless they have or are able to obtain the required clearance and access within a reasonable period of time, as determined on a case-by-case basis. The employee's choice of a representative may be disallowed if it is determined that-

(1) The individual's activities as a representative would cause a conflict of interest or position.

(2) The individual cannot be released from official duties because of priority needs of the Government. .

(3) The individual is an employee whose release would give rise to unreasonable costs to the Government.

h. Effective date. A decision to terminate the employee will be effective as soon as possible and will not be held in abeyance pending any appeal to the Secretary of Defense.

i. Notice to Congress. The IPMO will prepare notification to the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, through ASD (C 3 I), whenever this termination authority is exercised.

11-1. Processing personnel actions

a. CPOs will comply with OPM, DOD, and Army regulations on processing, documenting, and authenticating of personnel actions and related records on CIPMS employees.

b. CIPMS is a statutory excepted service system, separate and distinct from Schedules & B, or C. OPM has approved the use of Authority Code, UAM, and Authority, 10 USC 1590, as appropriate, with the nature of action in table 11-1. For all other actions, use the appropriate codes found in FPM Supplement 296-33.

c. Standard remarks for personnel actions unique to CIPMS will be developed and distributed. Until such a list is received, CP0s will develop needed remarks locally.

d. Refer to chapter 13 for information on positions that must be coded into CP-35.

e. Upon initial implementation of CIPMS, employees occupying positions that fall within the scope of CIPMS will be converted to excepted appointments under the statutory authority cited in b above. Employees will be provided written notice in advance of the effective date of the conversion, explaining the reasons for the conversion. The length of this advance notice is to be determined by the MACOM; however, 30 days is recommended. A signed copy of the notice, acknowledging receipt, will be placed in the OPF. All employees will be provided information on the major features of CIPMS prior to their conversion and will be given opportunities for training in its major provisions.

11-2. Personnel records
Refer to FPM, chapter 293, concerning the use of the SF 66C (Merged Record Personnel Folder). CIPMS is a separate personnel system for this purpose. Further instructions on filing and maintaining official employee records will be provided separately.

11-3. Benefits and entitlements

a. CIPMS employees receive the same benefits and entitlements as other Federal employees, There is no change to existing policy or procedures regarding such entitlements as health and life insurance, retirement, leave, severance pay, injury compensation, or unemployment compensation.

b. Basic pay for CIPMS employees is based on existing GS and FWS pay scales. Except for the CIPMS-unique compensation provisions described in chapters 6 and 8; OPM and Army regulations on all forms of pay and pay setting, apply.

Table 11-1
Nature of action listing

Code / Nature of Action

117 / Summer appointment not-to-exceed

170 / Excepted appointment

171 / Excepted appointment not-to-exceed

330 / Removal

356 / Termination - involuntary

357 / Termination

386 / Discharge

450 / Suspension not-to-exceed

452 / Suspension - indefinite

517 / Conversion to summer appointment not-to-exceed

570 / Conversion excepted appointment

571 / Conversion to excepted appointment not-to-exceed

760 / Extension of appointment not-to-exceed

761 / Extension of summer appointment not-to-exceed

702 / Promotion

703 / Promotion not-to-exceed

713 / Change to lower grade

721 / Reassignment

769 / Extension of promotion not to-exceed

885 / Performance award

893 / Within-grade increase

894 / Pay Adjustment

899 / Step Adjustment

001 / Cancellation

002 / Correction

12-1. Policy

a. It is the policy of the Department of the Army to provide equal opportunity in Federal employment for all persons and to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, handicapping condition, or national origin.

b. The policy of equal opportunity applies to and must be an integral part of every aspect of personnel policy and practice in the employment, development, advancement, and treatment of CIPMS employees.

c. AR 690-12 applies to CIPMS. Allegations of discrimination will be handled under the procedures prescribed in AR 690-600.

12-2. Procedures
The examples shown below are tools to aid the recruitment, retention, and development of high quality minority end female employee. These should be included in local AA programs.

a. Job re-engineering, or the restructuring of work to allow for intake at the lowest possible levels, and the design of cooperative education, intern, bridge. and upward mobility opportunities.

b. Planned and integrated developmental assignments, long-and short-term formal training, and on-the-job training to broaden and enhance the employees' competencies and potential for progression.

c. Recruiting through personal contact with community organizations, colleges, and other groups with significant membership of minorities, women, and handicapped persons.

d. Recruiting through active participation in national conventions sponsored and attended by minorities', women's, or handicapped individuals' organizations.

e. Mentoring of high potential minority, female, and handicapped employees. This entails providing advice on career planning and progression strategies, self-development opportunities, membership in professional organizations, and other career enhancing opportunities.

f. Equitable use of performance recognition and recruitment and retention compensation under CIPMS provisions.

g. Innovative ideas are encouraged to eliminate imbalances and barriers in the work force.

13-1. Overview
This chapter establishes basic career management policy for the Intelligence Career Program, CP-35, and discusses aspects of career management that apply to all employees occupying positions in the professional-administrative career path.

13-2. CP-35 coverage
The Intelligence Career Program comprises the following group of Army CIPMS positions:

a. Intelligence Specialist, GS-132, positions,

b. Security Specialist, GS-080, positions, the duties of which are predominantly (at least 51 percent) intelligence related.

c. All scientific and technical positions engaged in targeting and/or the engineering, physical, or technical sciences in an intelligence function, assigned to an organizational component performing an intelligence mission. These positions are classified in two-grade interval series in the GS-400-, GS-800-, GS-1300-, or GS-1500-- occupational groups.

d. Intelligence education and training positions classified in series GS-I701, GS-1710, or GS-1712, situated in an intelligence organization, the duties that requite the incumbent to possess intelligence -related skills, knowledge, and abilities,

e. Polygrapher positions performing a counterintelligence function.

f. Additional series or positions as approved by the DCSINT and DCP.

13-3. Policy

a. See D0D Manual 1430.10-M-3 for the policy on the Intelligence Career Program. The following exceptions apply to CP-35 employee and positions:

(1) The ICDP career pattern is superseded by the CIPMS career paths and by the career ladders in the ACTEDS plan for CP-35.

(2) The ICDP Master Training and Education Plan is superseded by the ACTEDS plan for CP-35 to include determination of mandatory and desirable competencies and/or training.

b. See DOD Manual 1430.10-M-3 for the policy and procedures for DISCAS. DISCAS serves as a personnel inventory and referral system for CIPMS professional-administrative career path employees and positions, DISCAS policy and procedures will be followed with the following exceptions and additions:

(1) Grade band promotions may be made without requesting a DISCAS referral list. This exemption applies to positions at any grade level and in any series.

(2) A DISCAS referral list will be requested for all positions identified under ACTEDS as key positions and which are to be filled competitively, regardless of series or grade level.

(3) The requirement to request a DISCAS referral list for GS-132 and scientific and technical positions at grades GS-13 and above when positions are to be filled competitively applies equally to cryptologic and noncryptologic positions in Army.

c. CIPMS employees who occupy positions in the professional-administrative career path are required to register in DISCAS, except in those cases where operational considerations require exclusion from complete registration (AR 381-102 and AR 690-950). Employees not registered in DISCAS will register upon conversion or appointment to CIPMS. DISCAS registration is to be updated at least once a year, normally during the annual performance appraisal process. Those refusing or avoiding registration may be denied nonmandatory training and development opportunities. DISCAS registration does not necessarily imply availability for referral.

d. MACOM CPMs for CP-35 will be appointed per AR 690-950. Assistant CPMs may be appointed where required to represent diverse specialties. ACPMs for CP-35 will be appointed at all activities with CIPMS employees. Upon agreement of the commanders involved, one ACPM may represent all CP-35 careerists at an installation. Assistant ACPMs may also be appointed to represent different commands or specialties.

e. Career program covering CIPMS positions outside the scope of CP-35 are handled according to AR 690-950.

(1) Mandatory referral levels established in AR 690-950 apply to CIPMS positions. DISCAS may be used as a supplemental referral system for outreach to Navy, Air Force, and Defense Intelligence Agency employees.

(2) The exceptions to merit promotion listed in paragraph 4-11 serve as additional exceptions to competition required by AR 69O-95O.

(3) Employees registered in Army career referral systems at the time of their conversion to CIPMS need not re-register as reinstatement eligibles. Their eligibility for referral will continue without change.

f. Training and development policy and guidance for career program employees is established in the ACTEDS plan of the applicable career program. The ACTEDS plan for CP-35 will be published separately in a DA pamphlet. ACTEDS plans for other career programs may be supplemented by guidance concerning the acquisition of competencies specifically related to intelligence.

13-4. Funding

a. Centralized DA funding may be available for intern and other selected training and development opportunities.

b. Commanders will ensure adequate funds for recognized training needs as a part of their total personnel management budgets.

13-5. ACTEDS plan for intelligence
Supervisors, with employee participation, will determine whether or not mandatory competencies required by the plan have been acquired by the employee. Where there are unresolved differences in making that determination, ACPMs in conjunction with CPOs may be requested to propose a resolution. Policy and procedures for key positions and the competitive development group are also found in the ACTEDS plan.