Prior work experience. The Employer may extend recognition for relevant experience to new employees. Such recognition shall not place the newly hired employee at a wage level that exceeds the wage level of current employees with experience that is at least equivalent to the experience of the newly hired employee. If the Employer places an employee at a wage level that exceeds the wage level of a current employee with experience that is at least equivalent to the experience of the newly hired employee, then the Employer will increase the step placement of the current employee to a step at least equal to or greater than the wage level of the newly hired employee, commensurate with their relative experience. For purposes of this paragraph, equivalent experience means the same number of years exercising duties and responsibilities relevant to the job in question. The following exceptions shall apply to the limitations contained in this paragraph:
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
