I was supposed to get a raise on July 1st and did not receive.

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September 29,2022 at 12:51PM UTC

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I was supposed to get a raise on July 1st and did not receive. I asked about the raise and there was a contract issue. It is now going into October. How should I approach this again. I know the contract amendment has not been worked on. I really need my raise. Thanks.

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Crystal HowellSeptember 29,2022 at 2:21PM UTC
IF you are not raised by October 1st and retroactive to July, request in writing detailing what was said or attach what letter received, or contract and ask when will this be reflected on my paycheck. I would start looking, maybe there is a financial issue behind the scenes, if they didn't say your performance wasn't up to par???? Don't know, the back story.
AnonymousOctober 3,2022 at 3:49PM UTC
Im contracted with the State, so it is a contract. It is in the amendment phase but it seems they are not putting a rush on it despite 22 contractors are waiting for their raise. It is not tied to performance.
Laura HoltSeptember 29,2022 at 3:06PM UTC
Apply for other jobs, they'll only see your value if you have a competing offer.
That's often how I see it. Raises are never legally promised, so your best bet is seeing what's out there if you can, to be honest.
AnonymousOctober 3,2022 at 3:50PM UTC
Thank you. I didnt see it that way but you are correct. There is an amendment that needs to be done on the contract. It doesnt seem anyone is in a rush to get it done. I am having to rework my personal expenses based on this.