Criteria to be Considered. Determinations as to transfers and promotions shall be solely the responsibility of the Sheriff except that nothing in this Article shall prohibit a member from requesting, in writing, a transfer or promotion to a new or vacant position for which he/she is qualified. When transferring a member covered by this Agreement, the Sheriff or designee shall include in their decision the following criteria: (1) The needs of the Office; (2) Relevant qualifications; (3) Experience and years of service in the police profession; (4) Past job performance; (5) Special training, skills, or education; and (6) Request for transfer If in the judgment of the Sheriff, two or more members are equally qualified according to the criteria utilized for selection and it has been determined by the Sheriff that the position will be filled by an existing employee, preference shall be given to the member who has the greatest amount of seniority.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
