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21 June 2025 236096v1 As position vacancies occur at the Utilities, the position’s job description will be posted in a prominent location to inform employees of the vacancy. Employees in good standing that wish to be considered for the position are encouraged to contact the appropriate decision-maker(s) indicated on the posting. The Utilities may also advertise the vacancy to attract external candidates. All job postings will disclose the starting salary range and a general description of all benefits and other compensation as required by Minn. Stat. § 181.173. The Utilities retains all its managerial rights and has the sole discretion to decide which candidate is best qualified to fill a vacant position, whether or not the candidate is a current Utilities employee. 22. PERFORMANCE REVIEWS An employee’s immediate supervisor or department head normally will conduct a performance review on an annual basis. Employee performance, however, may be coached or reviewed formally or informally at any time. Performance reviews are an opportunity for employees, management, and the Utilities to assess an individual’s job performance and to assure the continuing improvement of every employee’s performance. The performance review system is designed to: • Ensure that quality services are provided to the public at the least possible cost; • Motivate and develop employees to their fullest potential; • Clarify roles and mutual expectations of supervisors and employees; • Promote open and ongoing communication between employees at all levels, including feedback from subordinates to supervisors; and • Assist in determination of whether employees are meeting the performance standards for their position. The performance review will usually be documented in writing as well as delivered orally to the employee in person. Completed performance review forms should be signed by the employee and the supervisor or other Utilities manager, Director or other representative delivering the review to the employee. These completed forms are generally maintained in the employee’s personnel file. Performance Metrics Incentives The Utilities uses a Performance Metrics Incentive system to annually award performance- based compensation to eligible employees. An eligible employee must remain employed by the Utilities at the time such award is to be made in order to receive the incentive. 88