Common use of Bilingual Duty Premium Clause in Contracts

Bilingual Duty Premium. The Appointing Authority may designate any position within the bargaining unit to receive bilingual pay. An employee, to qualify for bilingual pay, must demonstrate a language proficiency of job related terminology, acceptable to the Appointing Authority and the Human Resources Director. Employees who are certified by the Department and Human Resources as having met Basic Safety Communications proficiency exam will receive three percent (3%) premium pay. Employees who are currently or who become certified as fully proficient will receive five percent (5%) premium pay.

Bilingual Duty Premium. ‌ The Appointing Authority may designate any position within the bargaining unit to receive bilingual pay. An employee, to qualify for bilingual pay, must demonstrate a language proficiency of job related terminology, acceptable to the Appointing Authority and the Human Resources Director. Employees who are certified by the Department and Human Resources as having met Basic Safety Communications proficiency exam will receive three percent (3%) premium pay. Employees who are currently or who become certified as fully proficient will receive five percent (5%) premium pay.