Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) Template
Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)
Employee Information
Employee Name: [Employee Name]
Position/Title: [Position/Title]
Department: [Department]
Manager: [Manager Name]
PIP Start Date: [Start Date]
PIP End Date: [End Date] (typically 30-90 days)
Purpose
This Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) is designed to:
Clearly communicate performance concerns
Outline specific expectations for improvement
Provide support resources to facilitate success
Define measurement criteria and timelines
Document the performance improvement process
Performance Concerns
The following performance issues have been identified:
[Performance Area 1]
Specific examples of current performance:
[Example 1]
[Example 2]
Expected performance standard:
[Standard description]
[Performance Area 2]
Specific examples of current performance:
[Example 1]
[Example 2]
Expected performance standard:
[Standard description]
[Performance Area 3]
Specific examples of current performance:
[Example 1]
[Example 2]
Expected performance standard:
[Standard description]
Improvement Goals and Objectives
To successfully complete this PIP, the employee must demonstrate sustained improvement in the following areas:
Goal 1: [Specific, measurable goal related to Performance Area 1]
Action Steps:
[Action step]
[Action step]
Measurement Criteria:
[How success will be measured]
Timeline: [Specific date or milestone]
Goal 2: [Specific, measurable goal related to Performance Area 2]
Action Steps:
[Action step]
[Action step]
Measurement Criteria:
[How success will be measured]
Timeline: [Specific date or milestone]
Goal 3: [Specific, measurable goal related to Performance Area 3]
Action Steps:
[Action step]
[Action step]
Measurement Criteria:
[How success will be measured]
Timeline: [Specific date or milestone]
Support and Resources
The company will provide the following support to help you succeed:
Training/Development:
[Specific training opportunities]
Coaching:
[Frequency of check-ins, mentor assignment, etc.]
Additional Resources:
[Tools, documentation, or other resources]
Progress Review Schedule
We will meet regularly to discuss your progress:
Weekly Check-ins: [Day/Time]
Formal Reviews:
Midpoint Review: [Date]
Final Review: [Date]
During these meetings, we will:
Review progress toward goals
Discuss challenges and solutions
Adjust the plan if necessary
Document progress and feedback
Consequences
If satisfactory improvement is not demonstrated by the end of the PIP period:
Further disciplinary action may be taken, up to and including termination
Extension of the PIP period may be considered at management's discretion
Reassignment to another position may be considered if appropriate
Employee Acknowledgment
I have read and understand this Performance Improvement Plan. I understand that failure to meet the requirements of this plan may result in further disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
I understand that my employment remains at-will, and either the company or I can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.
Employee Signature: __________________________ Date: __________
Manager Signature: __________________________ Date: __________
HR Representative: __________________________ Date: __________
cc: Personnel File
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