https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/ Recent content in People Policies on Handbook Hugo -- gohugo.io https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/general-policies/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/general-policies/ Schedule Professional Development Schedule Gradient does not have official work hours, principally because we haven’t needed to dictate a set schedule and our team is distributed across too many time zones to make that realistic. The expectation is that everyone attends the sprint planning, standup, kaizen, and other firm-wide meetings. Other than that, your schedule is yours to manage and communicate. Professional Development Although we don’t have a formalized professional development program, that does not mean professional development does not occur. https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/compensation/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/compensation/ Principles Merit-Based Raises Bonus Allocation Commission Types and Rates Payment Principles Gradient’s goal is to pay at or above the market rate for each employee Each employee has a different market rate, determined by their skillset, region, and experience Compensation is never considered on a relative basis (what others at Gradient are making) Where possible, we try to link a substantial portion of compensation to performance in ways that can be measured objectively We review compensation every year Merit-Based Raises For employees that are eligible, merit-based raises are determined by: https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/vacation/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/vacation/ Why We Have a PTO Policy Policy Conditions Request Process Actions To Take Upon PTO Approval Unused PTO Sick Leave Is Not PTO Why We Have a PTO Policy Gradient values work-life balance and has instituted this PTO policy in an effort to ensure our team is rested, taking healthy time off from work, and that the rest of the team’s bandwidth is manageable while people are out. https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/leave-policies/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/leave-policies/ The following policies reflect Gradient’s non-PTO time off. Please find the PTO policy here. Bereavement Leave Parental Leave Birthing Parent Leave Non-Birthing Parent Leave Sick Leave and Dependent Care Short Term Disability Leave Bereavement Leave When an employee experiences the death of a loved one, they may take bereavement leave. Bereavement leave provides time to grieve or make arrangements after the death of a personal relationship such as a family member, chosen family, close friend, miscarriage, or family pet. https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/remote-work-stipend/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/remote-work-stipend/ Policy Purpose Eligibility Currency Treatment How Purchases Are Counted Tracking, Documentation, & Payment Methods Remote Work Budgets New Employee Startup 1. Computer Hardware 2. Computer Warranty 3. Office Equipment and Furniture Regular Computer Replacement Annual Workspace Stipend Budget Replenishment Timeline Exceptions for Urgent Needs Policy Review Policy Purpose Gradient is a fully remote company. https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/termination/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://handbook.gradientmetrics.com/operations/people-policies/termination/ Voluntary Termination The Company will consider that you have voluntarily terminated your employment if you do any of the following: Elect to resign from the Company; Fail to return from an approved leave of absence on the date specified by the Company; or Fail to report for work without notice to the Company for three consecutive days. Involuntary Termination You may be terminated involuntarily for reasons that may include poor performance, misconduct, or other violations of the Company’s rules of conduct as set forth in the Employment Law section of the handbook.