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Post the vacant position at the preferred TSS classification.
At the discretion of the local hiring authority, other lower TSS classifications may be listed
on the posting form.
When multi-level postings are used, eligible bidders will be considered in order of their
classification seniority, beginning with the highest TSS classification on the posting form.
A qualified bidder at the highest classification posted will be offered the position based on
the current contract provisions (most senior qualified, relatively equal).
If no bidder at the highest classification is qualified, the options below apply:
- Make an appointment under the current provisions of Article 12, Section 7, or
- Consider eligible bidders in the next lower classification listed on the posting form.
All eligible bidders will be notified by the local hiring authority of the results of the vacancy
filling process.
Article 18
Transportation Specialist Series (TSS) Compensation Grid
Employees in classes covered by the TSS Compensation Grid shall advance to the next higher
step at the completion of the months of satisfactory continuous service specified on the
compensation grid for that class, until the maximum rate of pay is attained.
Effective October 1, 2007, all advancement to the next higher step shall be after six (6) months
(semi-annual) of satisfactory performance. See letter in Appendix E for language on the transition
to six (6) months (semi-annual) steps.
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