What is the annual leave accrual rate for an employee with less than 3 years of service?

The annual leave accrual rate for federal employees varies based on their length of service. For employees with less than 3 years of service, the correct accrual rate is 4 hours per pay period. This translates to approximately 13 days of annual leave each year, which allows for adequate time off while recognizing that newer employees are still building their tenure.

The other rates represent accruals for employees with longer service. For example, employees with 3 to 15 years of service accrue annual leave at a higher rate of 6 hours per pay period, while those with more than 15 years accrue 8 hours per pay period. Thus, the accrual rate is structured to reward loyalty and length of service, aligning with the needs and expectations of the workforce.