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The U.S. USDA Form Usda-ad-287-2 is an essential document for recommending and approving awards for employees within the Department of Agriculture. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions on how to fill out this form online, ensuring you fully understand each section and its requirements.

Follow the steps to complete the form accurately and efficiently.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the online editor.
2. Begin by entering the agency name in Item 1. This indicates the department or division that the employee is affiliated with.
3. In Item 2, provide the full name of the employee, including their last name, first name, and middle initial.
4. For Item 3, enter the employee's Social Security number. Ensure accuracy to avoid processing issues.
5. Fill in Item 4 with the employee's position title, accurately reflecting their current job.
6. In Item 5, specify the employee's pay plan, series, grade, and step as applicable.
7. Item 6 requires the organization and location of the employee. Include the full address if necessary.
8. Indicate the period covered for the award in Item 7 in the format mm, dd, yy.
9. In Item 8, input the accounting code related to the award for internal tracking.
10. Fill in Item 9 with the mailing address where the award check should be sent.
11. If applicable, provide a list of awards or quality step increases the employee has received in the past 52 weeks in Item 10.
12. Summarize the employee's contribution in 25 words or less in Item 11. This summary will appear on the award certificate.
13. In Item 12, select the type of recognition being recommended by checking the appropriate box. If necessary, provide additional descriptions as specified.
14. Indicate in Item 13 the number of persons involved in the award, if applicable, and provide the total award amount in Item 14.
15. For Item 15, enter the total dollar value of estimated first-year savings and any measurable benefits.
16. Complete Item 16 by selecting the type of recognition for performance bonuses and attach necessary documentation.
17. In Items 17 and 18, provide the date of the employee's last promotion and last within-grade increase.
18. Item 19 requires the amount recommended for the performance bonus award.
19. In the Recommendation and Approval section, have the recommending official sign in Item 20 and provide their title and the date.
20. The reviewing official must sign in Item 21, followed by the approving official in Item 22, ensuring all necessary signatures are obtained.
21. If applicable, complete Items 23 to 29 for personnel use, ensuring all information is correctly filled out.
22. Review all entries for accuracy before submitting or printing the form.
23. Once completed, users can save changes, download, print, or share the document as required.

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