In support of the strategic plan, the University initially identified as a goal in 2013 “Goal 7: Assessments, Rewards and Incentives” and then again as a 2019-2020 Priority to “develop and implement a market-based compensation structure for faculty and staff.” A market-based compensation program is key to attracting and retaining an engaged and high performing workforce to support the mission and values of the University. The program describes actions and steps in the implementation of market-based compensation in WSU. Transition will be complete the end of July, 2021 when the Office of Human Resources complete the annual production of appointment notices.