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Position downgrade

When a job's official classification or pay level is lowered. This can mean a reduced salary range or career advancement potential for that role.

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

A U.S. government agency that provides healthcare services, benefits programs, and national cemeteries to military veterans and their families.

Office of Personnel Management (OPM)

A U.S. government agency that manages the civil service of the federal government, including hiring, pay, and benefits.

Retroactive application

When a new law or rule applies not only from the date it takes effect but also to events that happened before that date.

Retained grade or pay

A temporary benefit where an employee keeps their current salary or job grade for a period, even if their position is officially downgraded, to ease the transition.

Law enforcement functions

Duties performed by police or security personnel, such as maintaining order, enforcing laws, investigating crimes, and protecting people and property.

Classification action

An official process by which a government agency determines the appropriate grade, pay, and title for a federal job based on its duties and responsibilities.