What should be done for performance evaluations covering fewer than 10 days?

For performance evaluations that cover fewer than 10 days, a performance information memorandum should be issued. This is appropriate because traditional evaluations are intended for longer periods of service and may not accurately reflect an individual's performance in such a short timeframe. The performance information memorandum serves as a summary of the individual's performance over this brief period, allowing for recognition of their contributions without the need for a full evaluation process.

This approach ensures that the evaluation process remains fair and manageable, providing a succinct and focused document that highlights key achievements or issues observed in that short time. It allows leaders to provide meaningful feedback without the administrative burden associated with a standard evaluation that would not adequately represent such a limited duration of performance.