Bonuses & Stipends:

One-time bonus and short term monthly stipend options are available to some bargaining units under specific conditions per the negotiated contract. Please refer to the appropriate bargaining unit contract, https://www2.calstate.edu/csu-system/faculty-staff/labor-and-employee-relations/Pages/default.aspx, or contact the Classification and Compensation Manager for available options and specific criteria.

When an employee has demonstrated exceptional performance on a project or short-term assignment, management may consider a one-time merit bonus. A manager considering such an action should contact the Classification/Compensation Manager, because the awarding of merit bonuses requires meeting pre-established, written criteria.  Merit bonuses do not increase an employee’s base salary or salary-based benefits.

At times, an employee is assigned significant higher-level responsibilities, including project lead or coordination, on a short-term basis. A manager may consider awarding a monthly, temporary stipend for the duration of such assignment(s). Temporary stipends do not increase an employee’s base salary or salary-based benefits. If the additional higher-level responsibilities become ongoing, it may be appropriate to consider an in-range progression or reclassification request. Please refer to information on In-Range Progression and Reclassification.

Managers are encouraged to consult with the Classification and Compensation Manager when considering bonus or stipend options.