253.72—Procedure.
The employing agency shall recommend to the PAPB that the appointment of an eligible employee be converted. The recommendation shall be submitted not later than one year after the date that the position is brought within the coverage of Subpart B of this part. Upon approval by the PAPB, the conversion is effective as of the date of the employing agency's recommendation. Notice of the PAPB's decision together with the reasons therefor shall be given in writing to the agency and employee concerned and be made a part of the employee's official personnel folder.