When an individual begins work as a regular staff member at Duke, a required 90-calendar day orientation and evaluation period must be successfully completed. The staff member’s orientation and evaluation period starts on his or her first day of regular employment and lasts until the staff member has completed 90 consecutive calendar days of regular employment status.

During this time, the staff member determines whether or not the position meets his or her expectations, and the supervisor determines whether or not the staff member possesses the knowledge, skills and necessary competencies to perform satisfactorily. This period is a time for frequent communication between the supervisor and staff member regarding performance expectations. During this 90-day period, a staff member accrues Paid Time Off or vacation, sick leave, and holiday time. However, the staff member is not eligible to use time off except on designated holidays or if the severe weather policy is activated until after the 90 day period. Upon successfully completing the 90-day orientation and evaluation period, staff will be eligible to use the dispute-resolution process.