Continuum of Contribution
The Continuum of Contribution is a tool to help managers take a broader look at employee contributions throughout the performance cycle when making annual merit increase decisions.
All staff, including non-managers, are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the CoC so that they may understand this process and thoughtfully participate in meetings with their manager.
Please see the list of Frequently Asked Questions below.
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What is the CoC?
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How is the CoC used?
Managers and leaders will use the CoC data to help them determine the best way to allocate merit increases across units and divisions.
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What are the three parts of the CoC?
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How do I complete the CoC?
Managers with at least one direct report can access and complete the CoC. Visit our Resources page for a job aid.
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As a manager, what should I consider when completing the CoC?
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How do I know my CoC information?
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What should I do if one of my team members reported to a different manager for part of the performance cycle?
If you were not an employee’s manager for the entire performance cycle, you can ask for performance feedback from the previous manager if they are still a member of the UR community. If you are able to get additional feedback from a former manager, make your CoC decisions based upon the employee’s performance while you have supervised them.
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What should I do if one of my team members was hired less than a year ago?
Employees whose first day of work is before May 8, 2023 will be eligible for a merit increase.
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How are merit allocation decisions made?
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How can I gather more information on my employee’s contributions to make better CoC decisions?
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Why are salaries freezing from May 8, 2023 until June 30, 2023?
By freezing employee salaries we are able to set a fixed budget for merit increases. Without a fixed merit budget, the amount of money that leaders have to allocate for merit increases would constantly be changing as salaries change.
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Why do I have to wait until July for a promotion?
Employee transfers and promotions impact the salary budget, which in turn affects the merit budget. By pausing on transfers and promotions from May 8, 2023 until June 30, 2023 we can ensure a fixed merit budget during the merit process. Beginning July 1, 2023 transfers and promotions occurring during the freeze period will be processed retroactively.