In this chapter, the following words have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Party” means an employee filing a complaint or the head of the principal unit which employs the complainant. “Personnel action” includes an appointment, promotion, disciplinary or corrective action, acting capacity, reassignment, reclassification, reinstatement, performance appraisal, decision affecting compensation, benefits, training, or any other matter which significantly affects an individual's compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.