Common use of Promotions Clause in Contracts

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion To the extent that a College/University has a locally negotiated or accepted procedure and/or practice regarding promotions for Librarians, they shall remain in full force and effect until such time as a change is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on made in accordance with the administrative New Jersey Employer-Employee Relations Act and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on its governing regulations. At other Colleges/Universities, the following basis:procedures shall apply unless and until changed in accordance with the New Jersey Employer-Employee Relations Act and its governing regulations. 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the positionPromotional procedures, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall those set forth below, are not applicable to part-time employees, but such employees may be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post appointed/reappointed to a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationhigher title. 2. Unless there The President shall announce availability of promotions to a Librarian II, Librarian I and/or an Assistant Director of the Library position, whichshall activate the promotion and Personnel Committee process. The President shall indicate in his or her announcement whether the available promotion or promotions may be considered upon the basis of professional growth or whether the available promotion or promotions are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to fill a particular need in the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedlibrary. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice Promotions based on professional growth, shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesannounced at the same time as the announcement of available faculty promotions is made. Structural promotions shall be announced by the President as they become available. 4. When a vacancy occursFull-time Librarians whose qualifications meet or exceed the requirements for Librarian II or Librarian I or Assistant Director in the Library may apply for announced professional growth promotions by November l, a promotion committee and for announced structural promotions within the time specified in the announcement. The application may be appointed accompanied by any substantiating documentation which the Superintendent consisting individual cares to submit. Nomination of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee a librarian for promotional consideration may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to made by other than the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesindividual. 5. Vacancies The Personnel Committee's recommendations on any promotion or promotions shall be filled on in rank order from the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications highest (number l) to lowest. There shall be separate lists ranking candidates for each available structural promotion. There shall be one overall list ranking all candidates for any available growth promotions. The final recommendations of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference Personnel Committee shall be given made to present teachersthe Xxxx/Director on or before February 1 for any available growth promotions and within thirty (30) days of the application closing date for structural promotions. Inquiries The requirements that there be a ranking may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established waived by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearlocal agreement. 6. The availability Article VII of leadership positions in other counties this Agreement shall be made known in apply to this Article under the same manner terms and limitations as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblesuch Article applies to faculty promotions. Article XIV.G shall also apply. C. No teachers shall be denied 7. All promotions are subject to the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by affirmative recommendation of the President and the approval of the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsof Trustees.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the positionPromotional procedures, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall those set forth below, are not applicable to part-time employees, but such employees may be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post appointed/reappointed to a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationhigher title. 2. Unless there Announcement by the President of the availability of a promotion to a Librarian II or Librarian I position shall activate the promotion and Personnel Committee process. The President shall indicate in his or her announcement whether the available promotion or promotions may be considered upon the basis of personal growth or whether the available promotion or promotions are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to fill a particular need in the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedlibrary. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to Promotions, which may be considered on the Superintendent or authorized representativebasis of personal growth, if any, will be announced at the same time as the announcement of available faculty promotions is made. The time limit specified in Available structural promotions will be announced as deemed necessary by the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesPresident. 4. When a vacancy occursFull-time Librarians whose qualifications meet or exceed the requirements for Librarian II or Librarian I may apply for announced growth promotions by November l, a promotion committee and for announced structural promotions within the time specified in the announcement. The application may be appointed accompanied by any substantiating documentation which the Superintendent consisting individual cares to submit. Nomination of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee a librarian for promotional consideration may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to made by other than the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesindividual. 5. Vacancies The Personnel Committee's recommendations on any promotion or promotions shall be filled on in rank order from the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications highest (number l) to lowest. There shall be separate lists ranking candidates for each available structural promotion. There shall be one overall list ranking all candidates for any available growth promotions. The final recommendations of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference Personnel Committee shall be given made to present teachersthe Director on or before February 1 for any available growth promotions and within thirty (30) days of the application closing date for structural promotions. Inquiries The requirements that there be a ranking may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established waived by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearlocal agreement. 6. The availability Article VII of leadership positions in other counties this Agreement shall be made known in apply to this Article under the same manner terms and limitations as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblesuch Article applies to faculty promotions. Article XIV.G shall also apply. C. No teachers shall be denied 7. All promotions are subject to the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by affirmative recommendation of the President and the approval of the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsof Trustees.

Promotions. A. A promotion "promotion" is defined as moving from any teaching position a change to one listed an administrative position. Promotions are not meant to include the taking on of additional duties in connection with extracurricular or extra-duty activities. For purposes of this article the administrative and supervisory responsibility scalepromotional positions are: assistant principal, elementary principal, coordinator, supervisor, department head. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, which is a promotion committee may be appointed as defined in Article XVI, sections A. the District shall publicize the same by the Superintendent consisting giving written notice of five (5) professional educators who are familiar such vacant position, with the duties qualifications and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend job description where possible, to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5Association and by posting a copy of such notice in each school building. Vacancies shall not be filled except on a temporary basis, until such vacancy has been posted for thirteen (13) days. During the basis of experiencesummer months, competency the publication requirement shall be fulfilled by giving the written notice to the Association and posting a copy at the central administration offices. C. Any teacher may apply for a vacancy in a promotional position as defined in Article XVI, section A. In filling such vacancy, the District shall consider the professional qualifications, background, attainments, and other relevant factors of all applicants from within the school district, as well as applicants from outside the school district. If in the determination of the District the qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarilycandidates are equal, preference shall will be given to present teachers. Inquiries may candidates from within the school system. D. The parties recognize that the filling of promotional vacancies as defined in Article XVI, section A, is a prerogative of the District, and the decision of the District will be directed final, unless arbitrary, capricious or without basis in fact. E. Any teacher who shall be promoted to other school systems when it is deemed advisable an administrative or executive position and shall later return to a teaching position shall be entitled to the status which would have been achieved if the person had remained continuously in the best interest of negotiating unit. However, for teachers who are promoted to administrative or executive positions after the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet date this agreement was ratified, seniority and status in the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties bargaining unit shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblefrozen. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion Seniority shall mean an Employee's continuous length of creditable government service in the State and County jurisdictions. Seniority shall not apply to an Employee until the Employee has completed the initial probationary period. Upon satisfactory completion of the Employee's initial probationary period, the Employee shall be credited with seniority from the date of hire. All authorized leaves without pay shall not constitute a break in service and shall be creditable from computing total continuous length of service. If an Employee's service is defined involuntarily terminated in good standing and the Employee returns to the governmental jurisdiction which the Employee left within one year, the break in service shall be disregarded, but shall not be considered as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scalecreditable service. B. All vacancies in promotional positions When making promotions, Civil Service statutes, rules, regulations, and procedures governing promotions which exist on the effective date of this Agreement shall be filled on the following basis:applied, except as modified below. 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedFor competitive promotions, the Superintendent existing policies on announcement shall cause a notice remain in effect. For non-competitive promotions, all notices to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional fill authorized vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, posted on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen appropriate bulletin boards for at least ten (1510) calendar days prior to the filing closing date when applications must be submittedfor receipt of applications. If notification is less than fifteen (15) daysthe Employer does not post the notice for the specified number of days as provided in this section, the Association Employee shall be notified.entitled to submit a late application; 2. With respect to tests and/or examinations used in selecting Employees for promotions, the Employer assures the Union that continuing efforts will be made to use tests and/or examinations that directly relate to the skills, abilities, and qualifications required for the class; 3. Teachers who decide to apply An Employee selected for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to promotion must meet the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances.minimum qualifications; 4. When a vacancy occursOther factors being relatively equal, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee seniority shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates.prevail; 5. Vacancies shall be filled on In the basis of experienceevent an Employee with the greatest seniority applies and qualifies for a promotion and is denied the promotion, competency and other qualifications of if the applicant. OrdinarilyEmployee so requests, preference the Employee shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest a written statement of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education reasons for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year.denial; 6. The availability Notice of leadership positions in other counties selection shall be made known in posted on the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleappropriate bulletin board where the vacancy existed; 7. When making promotions, the Employer shall consider the following order of priority: a. In the case of the respective County jurisdictions: 1) Employees within the division where the vacancy occurs; 2) Employees within the department where the vacancy occurs; 3) Employees within the respective jurisdiction. C. No teachers shall be denied b. In the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by case of the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsState jurisdiction: 1) Employees within a division on the island where the vacancy occurs; 2) Employees within the department on the island where the vacancy occurs; 3) Employees within the division (statewide) where the vacancy occurs; 4) Employees within the department (statewide) where the vacancy occurs; 5) Employees within the jurisdiction on the island where the vacancy occurs; 6) Employees within the jurisdiction (statewide).

Promotions. A. A promotion is Section 39.1 For the purpose of this Agreement, a vacancy shall be defined as moving from any teaching a regular position to one listed on opening within a classification included in the administrative bargaining unit for which funds have been appropriated and supervisory responsibility scalethe appropriate appointing authority has requested the position be filled. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Section 39.2 Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedexists, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to position will be posted in each school setting forth for a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting minimum of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with working days. The posted notice shall specify the duties and responsibilities associated with location of the vacant position. Employees desiring to be considered for said vacancy shall make application for the position using the online process. Employees shall make application for the position no later than 11:59 p.m. on the closing date set forth on the promotional announcement. Section 39.3 Certain specified classifications of an “entry level” nature shall be advertised quarterly in order to be filledestablish internal candidate lists. Two (2) members Employees desiring consideration for any of these openings shall make application for those positions when lists are advertised on the internal bulletin. Section 39.4 The Human Resources Department shall make all determinations of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicantapplicants applying for promotion. Ordinarily, preference Promotion shall be given defined as a change in employment status resulting from the internal promotional process. This shall include transfers to present teacherspositions of a higher or lower grade, as well as transfers within the same grade. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest The Personnel Director or designee shall certify at least three (3) of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemmost qualified applicants if at least three (3) apply and are qualified. Section 39.5 The appointing authority may select or reject any of the applicants certified; however, any selection shall be made only upon an objective review of the qualifications of all the applicants certified for promotion. The successful applicant certified candidates shall meet receive written notification from the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements appointing authority within one (1) yearweek of a decision stating that the employee has either been selected or not selected for the subject position. If the employee believes the reason(s) unjust, the employee may appeal the rejection through the Merit Grievance procedure according to Personnel Policies and Procedures 127. 6Section 39.6 Upon promotion to a higher classification or upon transfer within the bargaining unit, an employee shall be on probation for a period not to exceed ninety (90) calendar days. If an employee desires to return to his/her previous position within the probationary period, the employee may request this return, in writing, to his/her supervisor and the Human Resources Director for a decision. The availability appointing authority may elect to return the employee to his/her previous position at any time during the ninety (90) day period. An applicant who does not meet the eligibility criteria in Section 39.9 may be considered as an external candidate for the vacancy if approved by the Personnel Director and the employee’s current appointing authority. Probationary periods for promotion or transfer to classifications excluded from the bargaining unit shall not be subject to the provisions of leadership positions in other counties the Agreement, but shall be made known covered by the provisions of the Personnel Policies and Procedures. Section 39.7 Promotional consideration for classifications excluded from the bargaining unit shall not be subject to the provisions of this Agreement, but shall be covered by provisions of the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 39.8 Employees who are not covered by this Agreement and who request promotion into a classification included in the bargaining unit shall be given the same manner promotional consideration as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblethis Article. C. No teachers Section 39.9 An employee shall be denied the opportunity ineligible to apply for selection promotional consideration until he has completed six (6) months of continuous employment with the City of Tulsa after initial appointment. Section 39.10 An employee shall not be eligible for promotion or progression until six(6) months after receipt of a written reprimand and after one (1) year after suspension, vacation reduction, or demotion. Section 39.11 When a vacancy has been advertised for promotion, employees in the same classification are eligible to participate apply for the position through the promotional process provided that the vacancy is in seminars or workshops sponsored a different department from that of the employee. Section 39.12 Employees desiring a lateral transfer to a vacant position within the same classification and department shall make application for the vacancy through the promotional process. All such applications for lateral transfer shall be considered prior to consideration of other applicants for the vacancy. The Department shall have five (5) working days from notification by Human Resources to respond to the Board request for potential administrators and supervisorslateral transfer. Lateral transfers shall normally be limited to one (1) per employee per twelve (12) month period unless special supervisory approval is granted.

Promotions. Promotional eligibility lists for, and promotion to, the position of Police Sergeant shall be in accordance with Act 78 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1935, as amended, and the Rules and Regulations of the Act 78 Commission, with the following exceptions: A. A promotion is defined as moving The eligibility list for the position of Sergeant shall expire after two (2) years from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scaledate of its creation. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedThe appointing authority, the Superintendent City Manager, shall cause a notice have the authority to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted promote to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting position of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent Sergeant any one (1) or more candidatesof the top three (3) eligibles on the eligibility list (commonly known as the "Rule of Three"). Whenever the City Manager promotes to Sergeant a candidate who ranked lower on the eligibility list than another candidate, the City Manager must provide the by-passed candidate with the reason for his action; however, the action of the City Manager shall not be grievable. 5. Vacancies C. Psychological evaluations related to the question of whether the employee is psychologically fit for promotion to the rank of Sergeant shall be filled provided as the last phase of testing for all applicants for promotion to the rank of Sergeant. In the event that an applicant fails to be certified as being psychologically fit for promotion by the facility assigned to conduct such evaluations, the test results will be forwarded to a second facility for review. If the second facility agrees with the conclusion of the first facility, the applicant shall not be certified for promotion. If the second facility disagrees with the conclusion of the first facility, the test results will be forwarded to a third facility jointly agreed upon by the Union and the City for a final decision which is binding on both the basis of experience, competency City and other qualifications of the applicant. OrdinarilyApplicants who are not certified as being psychologically fit for promotion shall have their names excluded from the list and be ineligible for any promotion for a period of six (6) months after the list is certified by the Act 78 Commission or after the results of the psychological testing have been received, preference whichever occurs later. Such applicants shall be given eligible for re-evaluation by the first facility, after the six (6) month period, provided that the applicant enrolls in the City's Employee Assistance Program (EAP), at his own expense, and follows all of the recommendations of the EAP counselors during that six (6) month period. In the event that a report which provides the psychological evaluation of an applicant includes a comment or comments which would lead one to present teachers. Inquiries reasonably conclude that an applicant may not be psychologically fit to continue in his current employment without danger to the health, safety, and welfare of the public, the City will immediately meet with the Union to discuss the matter and, at the option of the City, the applicant may be directed relieved of duty with pay and ordered to other school systems when it undergo counseling until the matter is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education resolved. D. Weightings for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearevaluation of Officers promoting to Sergeant will be 70% Assessment Center and 30% Written Exam. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A For the purpose of this Article, a promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position shall mean a change to one listed on the an administrative position. Notices of all promotional vacancies and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in newly created promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be prominently posted in an appropriately designated place in each school setting forth for not less than six working days after the vacancy or new position is determined to exist. A copy of such notice shall also be forwarded to the Union. The Board may fill positions on a description temporary or forwarded to the Union. The Board may fill positions on a temporary or substitute basis without giving notice, provided that the Board shall, within four (4) weeks from the date of filing such position temporarily notify applicants from within the district whether their application is accepted, rejected, or still being considered. The Board reserves the right to solicit and/or accept applications from candidates outside the Ecorse Public School System. Job descriptions of each supervisory and/or administrative position shall be published by the Board no later than November 30, 1967. Official changes in such descriptions shall be published as they arise. The criteria to be met by the qualifications required of applicants for such positions shall likewise be published by the Board at the same time as are the job descriptions. All applicants meeting the criteria and qualifications shall be entitled to an interview. Where criteria are met and qualifications among applicants are relatively equal, seniority and the qualifications for needs of the position, including duties students and salary range. Promotional vacancies the district within the Ecorse Public Schools shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web sitedetermining factor. In additionmaking selections from among the applicants for promotional vacancy, the Superintendent will post a list Board may deviate from the principle of seniority when such deviations would best serve the instructional requirements and student needs. Such deviations however shall be made in good faith and not arbitrarily, capriciously, or without rational basis in fact. Notices of all such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices and newly created positions shall be posted fifteen (15) days given by mail to all teachers not less than two weeks prior to the closing date for filing date when applications must be submittedas soon as the vacancy or new position is determined to exist. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, Other such vacancies that occur as the Association result of announced intent to resign at the end of the school year shall be notified. 3announced periodically as they are determined. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties All appointments shall be made known in the same manner as set forth specified above for making appointments when school is in paragraph 1 whenever possiblesession. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions There shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted Promotion Committee in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent facility consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with members. Said Committee shall include the duties Director of the facility or his/her designee, the Association Chairperson or his/her designee and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two three (23) members of the committee Bargaining Unit, one of whom shall be selected by the Director or his/her designee, one of whom shall be selected by the Association Chairperson or his/her designee and one of whom shall be jointly selected by the Director or his/her designee and the Association Chairperson or his/her designee. At least one of the three members of the bargaining unit shall belong to the professional discipline for which the vacancy has been posted. B. Employees wishing to apply for a promotion pursuant to a posted vacancy shall submit their application to the Employer who shall forward it to the Promotion Committee who shall review the application. The Committee shall interview applicants as it deems it necessary and it shall make a recommendation to the Appointing Authority. Recommendations shall be made on the basis of qualifications and where qualifications are relatively equal, seniority in the Department shall be the determining factor. The Appointing Authority shall review the Committee's recommendation but he/she shall make the final determination. In the event that the Appointing Authority fails to appoint the person recommended by the Promotion Committee, he/she shall report the reasons for the failure to follow the Committee's recommendation in writing to the Committee. C. An employee promoted in accordance with this Article will receive necessary and relevant on-the-job training, in accordance with the job duties required of the position within the first ninety (90) days in the promoted title. An employee whose performance is unsatisfactory may be classroom teachersreturned to his/her previous job title/shift/FTE within the bargaining unit under the jurisdiction of the Appointing Authority. The committee If an employee’s performance is determined to be unsatisfactory at any time during the six (6) month probationary period such determination shall not be subject to the grievance procedure. D. Notwithstanding the above paragraphs, employees may return to their former job title/shift/FTE under these provisions provided there is a vacant fillable position available under the jurisdiction of the Appointing Authority. In the event a position is not available under the jurisdiction of the Appointing Authority said employee shall have advisory status and all rights as stated in Article 20. E. Where the Union files a grievance over the non-selection of an employee(s), the Union shall recommend be limited to advancing to arbitration the Superintendent grievance of one (1) non-selected employee per vacancy or more candidatesfile a Class Action grievance. The Union shall identify such grievant in writing at the time of filing its demand for arbitration. 5. Vacancies F. The Arbitrator shall be filled on not have the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of ability to select the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education candidate for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability limit on the remedial jurisdiction of leadership positions in other counties the arbitrator shall not apply if the Appointing Authority re-selects the original successful candidate following an order to repost the position and the arbitrator finds a new violation of Article 14. If a redetermination of the selection process is ordered, it shall be made known in limited to the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleoriginal pool of applicants. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. Definition and Application of Promotions - A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position an upward movement by an employee to one a classification of significantly greater responsibility and pay. Seniority shall be the primary consideration in cases of promotion provided that the skills and abilities of employees concerned meet the necessary qualifications, have received a satisfactory Performance Review in their most recent review and have been certified according to the procedure outlined in Section 4.B. The necessary qualifications shall be listed on in the administrative and supervisory responsibility scaleapplicable job description. B. Promotional Procedures - All vacancies in promotional positions promotions shall be filled on made in accordance with the following basis: procedure: When a job is posted, in-house applications will be accepted. All applications shall be screened to determine whether each application meets the minimum specified qualifications. Minimum qualifications shall also include the receipt of a satisfactory Performance Review in the employee's most recent review and that the employee is not currently subject to a Performance Improvement Plan. An employee who does not meet the minimum qualifications shall be advised in writing of the deficiencies prior to the interview process for candidates. Those applicants who meet the necessary requirements shall be interviewed by an Interview panel consisting of two (2) appointees of the Employer; and (1) employee member of the bargaining unit. Whenever The employee member of the panel shall be selected from a vacancy arises list of employee volunteers and shall be in the same or is anticipateda higher level classification as the open position. Human Resources shall provide a 48-hour notice to the supervisor who shall release the requested employee interview panel member. After interviewing all of the applicants who meet the necessary requirements, the Superintendent panel will evaluate each of the applicants on a standardized form. The highest rating for all categories shall cause a notice be 100. The average of the three interview panel members' ratings shall be used to determine who is eligible for further consideration. A minimum rating of 70 will be necessary to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and eligible. Of the qualifications for top three applicants, the most senior employee shall be offered the position. In the event that they turn down the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies the next most senior applicant shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with offered the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesetc. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. 1. The Employer shall continue to maintain all existing promotion eligibility registers estab- lished under the maintenance selection system to be used for the purpose of filling vacancies in particular occupational groups and levels. A promotion eligibility register shall be established for each occupational group and level for which there is defined a position existing or newly authorized in an installation. Registers established under the maintenance selection system remain in effect throughout the life of this Agreement. Promotion eligibility registers developed by other than the maintenance selection system shall remain in ef- fect until such time as moving from any teaching position to one listed new registers are established by a new maintenance selection system. If two or more maintenance occupational groups exist in an installation or in an installation where an employee is domiciled, a promotion eligibility register (PER) offering promotional opportunity for those occupational groups must be established in that installation. Part-time regular employees are placed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the AssociationPER below full-time regulars. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified All positions in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies Maintenance Craft shall be filled on the basis of experienceseniority (senior qualified using installation seniority) in accordance with the procedures established in Section 5, competency and other qualifications of Article 38. 3. Lateral transfers, that is, transfers in the applicant. Ordinarilysame level, preference but to a different occupational group shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known determined in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblepromotions. C. No teachers 4. When an occupied position is upgraded on the basis of duties which are added to the position: a. The incumbent will remain in the upgraded job provided the incumbent has been in that job for more than one year. The year of required incumbency in the job begins when the duty or duties were added which permitted the job to be reranked. b. The job will be awarded in accordance with the Agreement if the incumbent has not been in the job more than one year since the date when the duty or duties were added which later permitted the job to be reranked. 5. To fill a vacant duty assignment a notice of intent will be posted to fill the vacancy and all residual vacancies using the preferred assignment eligibil- ity registers and/or promotion eligibility registers, as necessary. 6. Employees shall be denied notified in writing within 15 calendar days of entering the opportunity Maintenance Craft in an installation, that they have 30 days in which they may request to be placed on the appropriate promotion eligibility registers. The employees who apply will receive the results of their application(s) no later than one hundred fifty (150) days from the submission date of the application, provided the applications have been properly completed by the applicants. 7. Every three years, during the month of March, beginning with March 1, 2009, maintenance craft employees who are not on a promotional eligibility register(s), may apply for selection to participate in seminars inclusion on the appro- priate promotional eligibility register(s). Notifi- cation will be posted on the bulletin board on or workshops sponsored before March 1st of the open season year. The em- ployees who apply will receive the results of their application(s) no later than one hundred fifty (150) days from March 31, provided the applications have been properly completed by the Board applicants. a. The Employer will convert to banded scores all achieved scores for potential administrators maintenance craft positions and supervisorswill list all successful applicants for such positions on promotional eligibility registers in order of their banded scores. To determine the successful applicants’ banded scores, the Employer will apply fixed 5-point bands to successful applicants’ achieved scores of 70.1 and above and fixed 2-point bands to candidates’ achieved scores below 70.1. For scores of 70.1 and above, the fixed 5-point bands will be: For scores below 70.1, the fixed 2-point bands will be 68.1-70, 66.1-68, 64.1-66, 62.1-64, etc. The Employer will convert all achieved scores within each band to the highest score within that band. For example, all achieved scores between and including 70.1 and 75 will become banded scores of 75. b. Where the achieved score is calculated with respect to a 200-point range, the score shall be divided by two before applying the banding principles in section 5.B.8. a. of this Article. Where the achieved score is calculated with respect to any other range that is not a 100-point range, the score shall be converted in a similar fashion. c. The provisions in Section 5.B.8.a and Section 5.B.8.b above do not apply to employees under the Revamped Maintenance Selection System. The employer will convert all employees achieved scores into banded scores as indicated below and all employees who are determined to be eligible under the Revamped Maintenance Selection System shall be ranked on the appropriate PER by their banded score. All achieved scores within a listed band will be considered as a tie (or the same score) for all successful applicants within each specific band. 90.0 - 100.0 80.0 - 89.9 75.0 - 79.9 70.0 - 74.9 d. Where the application of the foregoing banding rules creates ties among successful applicants, the Employer will rank tied successful applicants in the seniority order specified in Article 38.3.J. of the National Agreement.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basisfollows: 1. Whenever Positions paying a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, differential and/or positions on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list administrator-supervisory level of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationresponsibility. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstancesAll vacancies, such notices including promotional positions, shall be adequately publicized by the Superintendent in accordance with the following procedure: a. When school is in session, a notice shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior in the high school as far in advance as practicable. A copy of the said notice shall be given to the filing date when applications must be submittedAssociation at the time of posting. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers Supervisors who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice, and the Superintendent shall acknowledge the receipt of all such applications. b. Supervisors who desire to apply for a promotional position which may be filled during the summer period when school is not regularly in session shall submit their names to the Superintendent, together with the position(s) for which they desire to apply, and an address where they can be reached during the summer. The Superintendent shall notify such teachers of any vacancy in a position for which they desire to apply. Such notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurssent as far in advance as practicable, a promotion committee may be appointed by in addition, the Superintendent consisting shall post a list of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position promotional positions to be filled. Two (2) members filled during the summer in each school, and a copy of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference said notice shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable the Association. B. In both situations set forth in Section A above, the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education qualifications for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability its duties, and the rate of leadership positions in other counties compensation, shall be made known in the same manner as clearly set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleforth. C. No teachers A list of appointments shall be denied given to the opportunity Association indicating which positions have been filled and by whom. D. In no event shall anyone seeking consideration to apply fill a promotional vacancy be considered if the vacancy in question requires a specific certificate and the applicant does not possess such a certificate. E. The Board is willing to consider applications from the Association for selection any vacancies in promotional positions, the willingness of the Board to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored consider applications by the Association shall not be deemed to limit the absolute right of the Board for potential administrators to make the final determination as to who shall be promoted and, if in the sole and supervisorsunlimited discretion of the Board the position in question can best be filled by an individual outside of the system, the Board shall have the right to fill such position with such individual and the action of the Board in such a determination shall not be subject to review under Grievance Procedure.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed follows: Positions on the administrative administrative/ supervisory levels of responsibility and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All all vacancies in promotional positions, including specialist and/or special project teachers, pupil personnel workers, positions in programs funded by the Federal Government and vacancies in evening school and summer school shall be filled on adequately publicized by the Superintendent in accordance with the following basisprocedures: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or When school is anticipatedin session, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to shall be posted in each school setting forth a description of and as far in advance as practicable, ordinarily at least thirty (30) calendar days before the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is submitted and in no event less than fifteen (15) days, calendar days before such date. A copy of said notice shall be given to the Association shall be notified. 3at the time of posting. Teachers Employees who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice, and the Superintendent shall acknowledge promptly in writing the receipt of all applications. 2. Employees who desire to apply for a promotional position which may be filled during the summer period when school is not regularly in session shall submit their names to the Superintendent, together with the positions for which they desire to apply, and an address where they can be reached during the summer. The Superintendent shall notify such employees of any vacancy in a position for which they desire to apply. Such notice shall be adhered sent as far in advance as practicable and in no event less than fifteen (15) calendar days before the final date of which application shall be accepted. In addition, the Superintendent shall, within the same time period, post a list of promotional positions to unless there are extenuating circumstancesbe filled during the summer period at the administration office, in each school and a copy of said notice shall be given to the Association. 4. When a vacancy occursB. In both situations set forth in Section A above, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with qualifications for the position, its duties and responsibilities associated with the position to rate of compensation, shall be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachersclearly set forth. The committee qualifications set forth for a particular position shall have advisory status not be changed when such future vacancies occur unless the Association has been notified in advance of such changes and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesreasons therefore. 5. Vacancies C. All qualified employees shall be given adequate opportunity to make application and no position shall be filled on the basis until all properly submitted applications have been considered. The Board agrees to give due consideration of experience, competency all applications and other qualifications of the applicantrelevant factors. OrdinarilyIn filling such vacancies, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable qualified employees’ length of service in the best interest Toms River Regional School District; however, the decision of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemBoard shall not be subject to arbitration as provided in Article 3-B-6 and 7. The successful Each employee applicant not selected shall, upon written request, receive a written explanation, a copy of which shall meet become a part of his permanent file from the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the positionSuperintendent. When possible, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties appointments shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.not later than sixty

Promotions. A. A promotion For purposes of this Article, a “promotional position” is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed paying a salary differential and/or any position on the administrative administrator-supervisor level, including, but not limited to, positions as deputy superintendent, supervisor, director, principal, headmaster, master, department head, counselor and supervisory responsibility scaleexecutive director. B. All vacancies Whenever any vacancy in a promotional positions shall position occurs during the school year (September to June), it will be filled adequately publicized by the Superintendent by means of a notice placed on the Association bulletin board in every school as far in advance of the appointment as possible. During the months of July and August, written notice of any such vacancy will be sent, under normal circumstances, to all teachers with the salary check for the pay period during which said vacancy occurs, but in no event later than with the salary check for the pay period immediately following basis: 1in which said vacancy occurs. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedTeachers who wish to receive notification of promotional vacancies and who do not regularly receive their checks during the summer at their own addresses, may receive said notification providing they leave self-addressed envelopes in the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and Human Resources Office. In both situations the qualifications for the position, including its duties and salary rangethe rate of compensation will be clearly set forth. Promotional The qualifications set forth for a particular position will not be changed when such future vacancies in such positions occur unless the Association has been notified in advance of such changes and the reasons thereof. Except on a temporary basis, vacancies will not be filled within two (2) weeks and ordinarily not within thirty (30) days from the date the notice is posted in the schools or the mailing of notification to the teachers. Application for such positions shall be advertised throughout filed in writing. 1. The parties agree to adopt the yearfollowing paperless notification procedure which shall be applicable to Article XII, including summer monthsSection B, on Article XIII, Section A and Article XXXII, Section G of the FCPS web sitecontract which shall remain in full force and effect except that all notices shall be publicized electronically in accordance with the following terms: a. Whenever a vacancy occurs, it will be publicized by the Superintendent by means of an email notification to each member of the BEA at the member’s school email address and to the President of the BEA at the BEA’s email address. In addition, said vacancy shall be published on the Brockton Public Schools’ website. b. Any teacher who wishes to receive notices of vacancies during the summer months at his/her home email address may do so by providing said email address to the Human Resources Office. c. Applicants shall have the option of submitting an application electronically or by paper. C. All teachers will be given adequate opportunity to make application for such positions and the Committee agrees to give due weight to the professional background and attainments of all applicants, the length of time each has been in the school system and other relevant factors. When in the opinion of the School Committee, all other factors are substantially equal, preference will be given to qualified teachers already employed by the Committee, and each teacher applicant not selected will receive a written notification of the action taken by the Committee. The decision of the School Committee will not be subject to arbitration. Inasmuch as merit and qualifications are to be given prior consideration for the filling of any promotional vacancy, it is agreed that no applicant will utilize social, political or economic pressures. Whenever practicable, appointments will be made not later than sixty (60) days after the notice is posted in the schools or the mailing of notification to the teachers. D. Personnel may file a resume which will be kept up-to-date by the individual. This resume may be referred to at the time an individual is making application for a position or promotion. E. The Committee will be required to advertise once in a period of four (4) months for either the same promotional position or for a similar promotional position. F. Appointments will be made without regard to race, creed, color, religion, nationality, sex, marital status or age. A. All openings for summer school and evening school positions and for positions under federal programs will be adequately publicized by the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2school building as early as possible. Unless there are extenuating Under normal circumstances, such notices shall summer school and evening school openings will be posted fifteen publicized not later than the preceding March 1st and June 1st, respectively, and teachers selected will be notified not later than May 1st and September 1st, respectively. Openings for positions under Federal programs or curriculum committees will be publicized not later than thirty (1530) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedfilling of such positions. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A (A) The City shall encourage promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position within the classified service. All qualified employees shall have an equal opportunity to one listed on compete for promotions in the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary rangeclassified service. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout opportunities in the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices classified service shall be posted fifteen and processed in accordance with the City of Las Vegas Civil Service Rules unless changes in those rules are adopted by the City Council. (15B) days prior All regular classified City employees shall receive three (3) bonus points on open and promotional exams. Appointive employees who previously obtained “regular” status in a classified position may apply through a promotional or open recruitment but will not receive bonus points. (C) Employees who are promoted shall be entitled to be placed in the lowest step in their new classification's salary grade that gives them at least a five percent (5%) salary increase, unless the employee is currently on the top step and is promoted to the filing date when applications next highest salary job grade. In that situation, the employee will go to the top step of the new grade. (D) Regular full-time employees serving in an approved acting capacity for a minimum of thirty (30) continuous calendar days, and subsequently promoted to the position in which they have been acting, will receive a maximum of 90 days (three months) credit toward their qualifying period, providing the service in that particular acting capacity has been continuous and within the same department. Approved acting time must be submitteddocumented via the formal Human Resources Acting Pay Request form. If notification Both management and employee shall have the remainder of the six-month qualifying period to decide whether or not confirmation in the new position is less than fifteen appropriate. (15E) daysEmployees who are promoted shall have the right during the first six months (6) of their qualifying period to voluntarily demote to their former classification, salary status and department. The employee’s salary shall be reduced to the same grade and step that the employee would have attained had the employee not accepted the promotion. (F) When a new position is created or an existing position becomes vacant in a classification in the bargaining unit, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occursDirector of Human Resources, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar after consulting with the duties and responsibilities associated appointing authority, shall determine, in accordance with the position Civil Service Rules, how the vacancy is to be filled. Two (2) members Any open examination may limit the number of non-city employee applicants, but bargaining unit employees who meet the minimum qualifications may apply for and take any open examination regardless of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesnumber of applicants. 5. Vacancies (G) When promotional and open examinations are given simultaneously, the certification of the names shall be filled as follows: Group I Promotional when less than five names remain, add Group I Open when less than five names remain on both, add Group II Promotional when less than five names remain in all three, add Group II Open (H) The decision to fill permanent full-time vacancies on a temporary basis pending the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications completion of the applicantselection procedures will not be grievable. OrdinarilyA vacancy filled by a demotion, preference transfer, management reassignment, rehire, or recall in a position that is equal to or less than the employee’s previous position does not require posting. (I) The Association shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest furnished a copy of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearall job announcements and promotional announcements. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. 13.1 The District reserves the right to make the final determination regarding the rating and ranking of applicants for promotional positions and to post notices of promotional vacancies both within and without the District in the manner permitted by the express terms of this Agreement and by law. All applicants shall meet the stated qualifications for the promotional vacancy. 13.2 A promotion Promotion is defined as moving from any teaching a position in which the unit member would receive a raise in compensation due to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scaleplacement in a higher classification. B. All vacancies 13.3 A unit member who has passed the applicable job skills test, met the minimum qualifications as stated in promotional positions the job description, and who has received overall performance ratings of satisfactory or above on their recent work performance evaluations shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide considered qualified to apply for such vacancies promotional positions. 13.4 A unit member who is promoted to a higher classification shall submit their applications in writing be placed on the salary range for the higher classification that is the next highest dollar amount to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesunit member’s current salary. 413.5 All unit members will be notified via District email regarding vacancies. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by Internal applicants who meet the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with qualifications in 13.3 will have the duties and responsibilities associated with opportunity to interview for the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5vacancy. Vacancies shall be filled posted concurrently, both internally and externally. 13.6 Former unit members on a 39-month or 63-month reemployment list shall be provided with notice of any vacancy for which they are qualified prior to the posting of the vacancy pursuant to this Article. 13.7 It shall be within the discretion of the District to determine whether or not a vacancy shall be filled. 13.8 The District shall paper screen applications for promotional positions. Thereafter, qualified candidates shall be interviewed by an interview committee. 13.9 At the promotional interview, all qualified candidates for a promotional position shall be asked the same questions as determined by the District. The interview panel’s determination of how well the interviewee responded to the established questions shall be part of the interviewee’s rating. 13.10 At the conclusion of all interviews for a promotional position, each person on the basis interview panel shall rank the prospective candidates. 13.11 The following criteria shall be used by the District in consideration of experience, competency and other promotions: 13.11.1 The specific needs of each school and/or department as defined by the supervisor or administrator. 13.11.2 The qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarilyapplicant including training, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries experience, and prior performance ratings. 13.11.3 If the principal or department head rates two or more applicants equal in terms of 13.11.1 and 13.11.2, then seniority may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest considered. 13.12 A unit member must be a permanent classified employee of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education District to be eligible for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yeara promotion. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from 12.1 Whenever any teaching authorized position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever vacancy occurs other than a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstancestemporary vacancy, such notices position vacancy shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply on all employee bulletin boards for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting period of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with working days. The position vacancy notice shall specify the duties job classification, classification specification and responsibilities associated pay rate of the position vacancy. All employees may apply for consideration for the posted position vacancy. Only regular employees will have the right to preferential consideration in the order of their seniority. Regular employee applications received following the closing date for receipt of applications need not be considered by the District. In filling said position vacancy, the District will give consideration to each employee in the order of the employee’s seniority, with the position vacancy being awarded to be filled. Two (2) members the employee who is best qualified to perform the duties of the committee position. Following the District’s selection of an employee applicant for any position vacancy, a notice announcing the selected employee shall be posted on employee bulletin boards within ten (10) working days. In the event there are no selected employee applicants, the District may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to select any applicant for the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesposition vacancy. 512.2 Notwithstanding anything contained in section 12.1 above, the District need not consider the application of any employee who does not possess the knowledge, skill, efficiency, adaptability, and physical ability required for the position for which the application is submitted. Vacancies For purposes of determining employee qualifications, the District may utilize examinations including, but not limited to, the following types of examinations: written, oral, physical, manual dexterity or skill demonstration. When the District intends to appoint an employee to a position vacancy in preference to an employee with greater seniority as specified in 12.1 above, the District shall notify the Union’s Business Representative of its intent prior to such appointment. 12.3 Whenever a vacancy occurs in any job classification, the District may, at its discretion, temporarily fill such vacancy. If practicable, the District shall fill such vacancy with the employee who would be most eligible therefore under the provisions of 12.1 above. 12.4 A temporary vacancy is one created by additional workload or an employee’s absence from work due to illness, disability, vacation, or leave of absence, or a vacancy of less than six (6) months’ duration. 12.5 All appointments filled by current District employees shall be filled on a probationary basis for three (3) months for the basis purpose of experiencedetermining qualifications. At any time during the probationary period, competency and other qualifications of the applicantDistrict may terminate the appointment. OrdinarilyIf an appointment is terminated, preference the employee shall be given returned to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in either the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.employee’s previous classification and

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions caused by death, retirement, discharge, resignation or by the creation of a new position shall be filled on according to the following basisprocedure: (1) Such vacancies shall be adequately publicized including a notice in every school as long as possible in advance of the date filling such vacancies (at least 30 days in advance and in no event less than 10 days in advance). Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedIn addition, the Superintendent may concurrently publicize the position outside the school district. (2) Said notice of vacancy shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting clearly set forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies which shall be advertised throughout consistent with the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationposition. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (153) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers Employees who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to with the office of the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesnotice. (4. When ) Promotional positions are defined as follows: Positions paying a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by salary differential and/or positions on the Superintendent consisting of five Administrator-supervisory level and any assignment to which an honorarium is attached. (5) professional educators who Vacancies which arise during periods when school is not in session shall be posted in the Board office and a copy forwarded to the Association. (6) Interim appointments to vacancies (not exceeding three months) may be made at the discretion of the Superintendent and/or the Board. It is to be clearly understood that such appointments are familiar temporary in nature and will be void upon selection of personnel in accordance with the duties policy established above. At no time may the experience gained from such an interim appointment be used as a qualification for filling such position. (7) The granting of all transfers, promotions, and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members filling of vacancies shall rest solely within the discretion of the committee may Board. Any employee who shall be classroom teachersaggrieved by any transfer, promotion, or the filling of any vacancy shall have the right to use of the grievance procedure except subparagraph B(6) (arbitration) thereof. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to decision of the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies Board shall be filled on final with respect to any grievance involving voluntary transfers, involuntary transfers, promotions and the basis filling of experienceany vacancy, competency it being understood that the hiring, transfer and other qualifications assignment of employees is a function of the applicant. OrdinarilyBoard, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in based upon the best interest recommendations of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearadministration. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school school, setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency competency, and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A The term promotion is defined as moving from any teaching shall mean the advancement of an employee to a vacant position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scalein a class with a higher grade. B. All vacancies in promotional Promotions to positions covered by this Agreement shall be filled on made pursuant to the following basisprocedures: 1. General Procedures Applicable to All Promotions a. A “vacancy” is a permanent opening created by the termination, transfer, promotion or retirement of an incumbent bargaining unit employee that the County intends to fill or which is created when the County determines its operational needs require additional bargaining unit employees. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedoccurs, and the County elects, in its discretion, to fill the vacancy through the competitive process, the Superintendent shall cause County will notify the AFSCME Staff Representative, Labor Relations Specialist, or the Local President and advertise the specific position to bargaining unit employees by posting a notice at all work locations at places where notices are customarily posted. Any employee covered by this Agreement may apply for any vacancy as defined in this Section. b. Promotion opportunities shall be posted on bulletin boards or where notices to employees are customarily posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The announcement shall identify the promotion opportunity by location, title, and grade, qualification requirements, written or oral tests to be posted given and other factors to be considered in each school setting forth the examining process. The announcement shall state where and in what form applications are to be filed and indicate the closing date for receipt of applications which shall not be less than fourteen (14) calendar days from the issuance of the announcement. c. When a description of bargaining unit member applies for a vacancy through the normal competitive process and the qualifications is determined to be qualified for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall the name of the qualified bargaining unit employee will be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, placed on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted eligibles sent to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply appropriate Department for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representativeits consideration. The time limit specified in Appointing Authority will ensure that any bargaining unit member from the notice shall Department on any list of eligibles will be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with granted an interview for the position to be filled. Two (2) members vacancy if an interview is part of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesselection process. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. 1. All vacancies in promotional positions positions, if filled, shall be filled on pursuant to the following basisprocedure: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional a. Such vacancies shall be advertised throughout publicized to members by sending a notice thereof to the year, including summer months, Association and to each building principal and by posting a written notice on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies bulletin board in each every school, with as far in advance of the date of filling such vacancy as possible (ordinarily at least thirty (30) days), or if such vacancy occurs after the close of the schools in June and before they open in September, by mailing a copy of said such notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, Association and to every member who shall have filed his/her name and summer address with the Superintendent for the purpose of receiving such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior notice and to those members who in the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, discretion of the Association shall Superintendent should be notified. 3. Teachers b. Said notice of vacancy shall clearly set forth the qualifications for and the duties of the position and the compensation rate or range therefor. c. Members who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit file their applications in writing to with the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesnotice. 4. When a vacancy occursd. The Superintendent may give notice of such vacancies, a promotion committee may be appointed by or otherwise seek applicants to fill the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee same, in such other ways as it, in it’s discretion, shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesdeem appropriate. 5. Vacancies e. Such vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicantmerit. OrdinarilyWhere merit is substantially equal, preference shall will be given to present teachersqualified members of the professional staff. f. Insofar as practicable under the circumstances, appointments will normally be made not later than sixty (60) days after the notice is posted. 2. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable Promotional positions are defined as follows: positions paying a locally-funded salary differential and/or positions of the administrator-supervisory level, including but not limited to, positions as supervisor, assistant supervisor, director, assistant director, principal, assistant principal and departmental chairperson. 3. All vacancies (as defined above in the best interest case of promotional positions) for specialists, special project teachers, summer and evening school directors, directors of Federal Projects and teacher-leaders under Federal projects shall be filled pursuant to the foregoing procedure. 4. The Superintendent will consider any criteria, in addition to or modification of those provided in this Contract, which the Association may suggest for use in the selection of persons to fill vacancies in promotional positions. At that time when the creation of a new promotional position is proposed the Superintendent will consider recommendations which the Association may make as to qualifications for and specifications of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systempositions and the compensation therefor. 5. The successful applicant shall meet On the certification requirements established screening committee which interviews and recommends candidates for promotional positions at the Administrative-supervisory level, assistant principal and up, there will be a representative designated by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearAssociation. 6. The availability Nothing in this Contract shall restrict the right of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleSuperintendent, exercising his/her judgment consistently with provisions hereof, to fill vacancies by appointment to others than members covered hereby. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from 12.1 Whenever any teaching authorized position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever vacancy occurs other than a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstancestemporary vacancy, such notices position vacancy shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply on all employee bulletin boards for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting period of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with working days. The position vacancy notice shall specify the duties job classification, classification specification and responsibilities associated pay rate of the position vacancy. All employees may apply for consideration for the posted position vacancy. Only regular employees will have the right to preferential consideration in the order of their seniority. Regular employee applications received following the closing date for receipt of applications need not be considered by the District. In filling said position vacancy, the District will give consideration to each employee in the order of the employee’s seniority, with the position vacancy being awarded to be filled. Two (2) members the employee who is best qualified to perform the duties of the committee position. Following the District’s selection of an employee applicant for any position vacancy, a notice announcing the selected employee shall be posted on employee bulletin boards within ten (10) working days. In the event there are no selected employee applicants, the District may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to select any applicant for the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesposition vacancy. 512.2 Notwithstanding anything contained in section 12.1 above, the District need not consider the application of any employee who does not possess the knowledge, skill, efficiency, adaptability, and physical ability required for the position for which the application is submitted. Vacancies For purposes of determining employee qualifications, the District may utilize examinations including, but not limited to, the following types of examinations: written, oral, physical, manual dexterity or skill demonstration. When the District intends to appoint an employee to a position vacancy in preference to an employee with greater seniority as specified in 12.1 above, the District shall notify the Union’s Business Representative of its intent prior to such appointment. 12.3 Whenever a vacancy occurs in any job classification, the District may, at its discretion, temporarily fill such vacancy. If practicable, the District shall fill such vacancy with the employee who would be most eligible therefore under the provisions of 12.1 above. 12.4 A temporary vacancy is one created by additional workload or an employee’s absence from work due to illness, disability, vacation, or leave of absence, or a vacancy of less than six (6) months’ duration. 12.5 All appointments filled by current District employees shall be filled on a probationary basis for three (3) months for the basis purpose of experiencedetermining qualifications. At any time during the probationary period, competency and other qualifications of the applicantDistrict may terminate the appointment. OrdinarilyIf an appointment is terminated, preference the employee shall be given returned to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed either the employee’s previous classification and wage rate or some other classification that is mutually satisfactory to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in both the best interest of employee and the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearDistrict. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A The Company’s decision to promote meritorious employees shall normally be coincident with a salary review each year. Employees who are promoted shall have their salaries increased to no less than the minimum of the higher range. Progression through the PG1 – PG3 grades is generally considered normal for employees, subject to typical career development and provided that the employees’ performance meets the requirements and expectations of the higher grades. In accordance with Article 3, Management Rights, the Company may select employees for promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position through the PG1 – PG3 grades in advance of the natural progression. Promotions to one listed on PG4 are not automatic and depend upon the administrative employee’s demonstrated ability to perform at the PG4 level. Promotions to PG5 and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional PG6 positions are limited by the Company based upon its operational requirements, the availability of firm, ongoing work at those levels and the capability of the employees to meet the requirements and expectations of the higher grades. Candidate employees for promotion to PG4 - PG6 positions shall first complete the relevant portions of the Promotion Application Form for submission to their Managers. The Managers shall complete the final Promotion Application Form taking into consideration the employees’ inputs. Candidates for promotion shall be filled on actively involved in the following basis: 1review process. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedIf the promotion application reaches the Promotion Committee review stage, the Superintendent candidate shall cause a notice have the opportunity to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed interviewed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filledCommittee. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent At least one (1) SPEA member shall sit as non- voting members on all Promotions Committees considering promotions to PG5 or more candidates. 5PG6. Vacancies SPEA will make best efforts to ensure that SPEA members are classified at an equal or higher grade than the grade for which the promotions are being considered. Promotions to PG4 do not require the convening of a Promotions Committee. The Company and/or deliberative body shall give written reasons for its decisions and shall supply a copy to candidate employees across all PG grades. In the event that the position held by a PG 6 or PG 5 employee is terminated for any reason other than layoff, that position shall be posted contingent upon a requirement for continued work at the grade level and shall be filled in accordance with Article 11. Promotion cases will be reviewed by the Company within one year of submission by the employee. For clarity, reviewing includes providing written reasons of the decision, if the promotion is not awarded. Employees promoted to PG4, PG5 and PG6 will receive at least a 2% salary increase, independent of scale and merit increases. This 2% increase does not apply if the promotion increase is greater than 2%. Furthermore, merit increases will generally be based on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of salary grade for which the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearemployee was evaluated. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined Employees may apply for any vacant positions at the College that may provide a promotional opportunity as moving from any teaching position to one listed on long as they meet the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the minimum qualifications for the position. All qualified candidates in the applicant pool will complete a competitive process prior to a selection being made. The College agrees to develop a selection plan that will (1) contain a job announcement for the vacant position; (2) list the minimum qualifications and (3) include job related selection criteria that assess the knowledge, including duties skills and salary rangeabilities required for the position. Promotional vacancies All College positions will be posted for a minimum of (2) two weeks. For the purposes of recruitment of positions within the State Personnel Management System, the College shall follow the policies of the Department of Budget and Management. The College shall make a selection from among the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Applicants shall be advertised throughout evaluated based upon position related: A. Experience (including length of State, College and contractual employee service, and where possible, allow for the yearsubstitution of experience for educational criteria. B. Education, C. Knowledge skills and abilities In the event that any two or more applicants are equal, including summer monthsState, on College and contractual service shall serve as the FCPS web sitetie breaker. In additionIf requested, the Superintendent will post supervisor and a list of such vacancies in each school, human resources representative shall meet with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers College employee candidate who decide to apply was not selected for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of discuss the committee ways that the employee may be classroom teachersable to improve his/her chances for possible future promotional opportunities. In the event that the College creates a new Police Officer I position or fills a Police Officer I vacancy, it shall conduct a position specific recruitment (internal) search. Building Guards (Building Security Officers) who are otherwise qualified shall be considered for the opportunity in accordance with Section A. The committee selected candidate shall have advisory status be reclassified as a Police Officer Trainee and the College shall recommend send the person to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5MPTC approved training course. Vacancies shall be filled on If the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education College must pay for the positionemployee’s training, the employee shall reimburse the College if he or she voluntarily leaves the College within 24 months from the date that the employee completes the training. Reimbursement shall fulfill such requirements within one occur at the time the employee leaves the College. If the employee fails to complete his or her training successfully, he or she may return to a vacant Building Guard (1Building Security Officer) yearposition if available, however, the College shall not send the employee to training again. If the employee leaves the College for any reason other than a medical disability (during the training), the employee shall reimburse the College for all training costs. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion "promotion" is defined as moving from any teaching position a change to one listed an administrative position. Promotions are not meant to include the taking on of additional duties in connection with extracurricular or extra-duty activities. For purposes of this article the administrative and supervisory responsibility scalepromotional positions are: assistant principal, elementary principal, coordinator, supervisor, department head. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, which is a promotion committee may be appointed as defined in Article XVI, sections A. the District shall publicize the same by the Superintendent consisting giving written notice of five (5) professional educators who are familiar such vacant position, with the duties qualifications and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend job description where possible, to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5Association and by posting a copy of such notice in each school building. Vacancies shall not be filled except on a temporary basis, until such vacancy has been posted for thirteen (13) days. During the basis of experiencesummer months, competency the publication requirement shall be fulfilled by giving the written notice to the Association and posting a copy at the central administration offices. C. Any teacher may apply for a vacancy in a promotional position as defined in Article XVI, section A. In filling such vacancy, the District shall consider the professional qualifications, background, attainments, and other relevant factors of all applicants from within the school district, as well as applicants from outside the school district. If in the determination of the District the qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarilycandidates are equal, preference shall will be given to present teachers. Inquiries may candidates from within the school system. D. The parties recognize that the filling of promotional vacancies as defined in Article XVI, section A, is a prerogative of the District, and the decision of the District will be directed final, unless arbitrary, capricious or without basis in fact. E. Any teacher who shall be promoted to other school systems when it is deemed advisable an administrative or executive position and shall later return to a teaching position shall be entitled to the status which would have been achieved if the person had remained continuously in the best interest of negotiating unit. However, for teachers who are promoted to administrative or executive positions after the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet date this agreement was ratified, seniority and status in the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties bargaining unit shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblefrozen. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching 1. The implementation of A.1 regarding promotions shall be in accordance with the following procedure: 2. All new and vacant positions, including promotional position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions which recruitment is to be initiated, shall be filled posted on bulletin boards in all work areas within the following basis: 1. Whenever bargaining unit for a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a period of seven (7) calendar days and notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout sent to the yearAssociation at the time of posting. Employees applying for such promotional vacancies shall make a request in writing to the Personnel Officer or appropriate administrative officer of the department or division where the vacancy exists not later than three (3) days after the posting period has ended. A copy of such request must be sent to the Union office. Effective upon the implementation of an electronic application system, including summer months, Article XI(B)(2) will be amended as follows: “All new and vacant positions to which recruitment is to be initiated shall only be posted on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post State’s internet opportunities website for a list period of ten (10) calendar days and notice of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted shall be sent to the Association. 2Union’s Executive Director and local Union Presidents or other designated officials at the time of posting via electronic means. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers Employees who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing do so via the State’s internet employment opportunities website. Employees shall be provided reasonable access to State computers for the Superintendent or authorized representativepurposes of reviewing and applying for online postings.” 3. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties Association and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable Administration agree that in the best interest of both parties, active attempts to promote from within the Xxxxxxxxx County school systembargaining unit should be made. The successful applicant resultant benefits in terms of productivity and employee morale are self-evident. a. When there are six (6) or more bargaining unit members on the certified promotional list, the vacancy shall meet be filled from within the certification requirements established bargaining unit. Where there are less than six (6) employees from within the bargaining unit covered by the state board of education for contract on the positioncertified promotional list, or shall fulfill such requirements every effort will be made to promote from within one (1) year. 6the bargaining unit. The availability of leadership positions in other counties However, selection shall be made known from among the six. b. Promotional vacancies shall be filled from within the bargaining unit wherein the vacancy exists from the top three (3) state seniority employees in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblebargaining unit on the certified promotional list. C. No teachers c. Where there are less than three (3) eligible employees from within the bargaining unit covered by the contract on the certified promotional list, every effort will be made to promote from within the bargaining unit. d. Where no list exists for certification, the vacancy will be filled from within the bargaining unit provided an employee is qualified. 4. A letter of acknowledgement shall be denied forwarded to the opportunity member of the bargaining unit upon receipt of a request for reassignment, transfer, and/or a new position. 5. Any employee who applied for promotional positions shall be informed of the disposition of her application in writing, and shall be entitled to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsreasons why she was not chosen.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative Administrative and supervisory responsibility scaleSupervisory scales. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent Human Resources shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth advertise a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web sitewebsite. In addition, the Superintendent Human Resources will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representativeHuman Resources. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemFCPS. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board State Board of education Education for the position, position or shall fulfill such requirements within one one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed follows: Positions paying a salary differential and/or positions on the administrative administrator-supervisor level, including but not limited to, positions as department head; assistant principal; principal; assistant superintendent; curriculum director; business manager; athletic coach and supervisory responsibility scaleother extracurricular advisor, but excluding the position of superintendent. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever When a vacancy arises occurs or there is anticipatedknowledge that a vacancy will occur, the Superintendent shall cause to have a notice to be of such vacancy posted in each school setting forth a description building (except in summer when unit members will be notified with their paycheck). Reply must be made within ten (10) days of and posted notice. C. In the aforementioned notice, the qualifications for the positionposition and its duties will be clearly set forth. D. No vacancy in a promotional position will be filled until all properly submitted applications have been considered. The Board agrees to give due weight to the professional background and attainments of all applicants and other relevant factors. In filling such vacancies, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies consideration shall be advertised throughout given to qualified unit members already employed by the yearBoard. When all factors are substantially equal, including summer months, on length of service in the FCPS web siteDistrict will be the deciding factor. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices Appointments shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less made not sooner than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with days after the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be fillednotice required by Section B. above is posted or mailed. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall A notice will be given to present teachersthe Association indicating which positions have been filled and by whom. Inquiries The Board may be directed to other school systems fill a vacancy in a promotional position on a temporary basis, i.e., when it is deemed advisable necessary to do so in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant educational process, provided that the time spent in such temporary assignment shall meet not be considered in judging the certification requirements established by relative qualifications of the state board of education applicants for the position. Except as otherwise provided in Section 6.02 of this contract, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions no vacancy in other counties a promotional position shall be made known in filled except after compliance with the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleabove procedure. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A Seniority as it relates to promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position shall mean an Employee's continuous length of creditable government service within the bargaining unit and applicable governmental jurisdiction. Seniority shall not apply to one listed on an Employee until the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions Employee has completed the Employee's initial probationary period. Upon satisfactory completion of the Employee's initial probationary period, the Employee shall be filled on credited with seniority from the following basis: 1Employee's entry into the bargaining unit. Whenever All authorized leaves without pay shall not constitute a vacancy arises or break in service and shall be creditable for computing total continuous length of service. If an Employee's continuous service is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted terminated in each school setting forth a description of good standing and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted Employee returns to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to governmental jurisdiction which the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements Employee left within one (1) year, the break in service shall be disregarded, but shall not be considered as creditable service. 6. The availability B. When making promotions, the Civil Service statutes, rules, regulations, and procedures governing promotions which exist on the effective date of leadership positions in other counties this Agreement shall be made known applied, except as modified below: 1. For competitive promotions, the existing policies on announcements shall remain in effect. For non-competitive promotions, all notices to fill authorized vacancies shall be posted on appropriate bulletin boards for at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the closing date for receipt of applications. If the Employer does not post the notices for the specified number of days as provided in this section or in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblepersonnel rules and regulations, the Employee shall be entitled to submit a late application. For School Food Service Managers who are on vacation, the Employer shall mail them a copy of all School Food Service Manager vacancy announcements if said Employee provides the Employer with self-addressed, stamped envelopes for that purpose. C. No teachers 2. If tests and/or examinations are used in selecting Employees for promotions, the Employer assures the Union that continuing efforts will be made to use tests and/or examinations that directly relate to the skills, abilities, and qualifications required for the class. 3. An Employee selected for promotion must meet the minimum qualifications. 4. Other factors being relatively equal, seniority shall be denied prevail. 5. When making promotions, the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by Employer shall consider the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsfollowing order of priority: a. In the case of the respective County jurisdictions: (1) Employees within the division where the vacancy occurs; (2) Employees within the department where the vacancy occurs; (3) Employees within the respective jurisdiction. b. In the case of the State jurisdiction: (1) Employees within a division on the island where the vacancy occurs; (2) Employees within the department on the island where the vacancy occurs; (3) Employees within the division (statewide) where the vacancy occurs; (4) Employees within the department (statewide) where the vacancy occurs; (5) Employees within the jurisdiction on the island where the vacancy occurs; (6) Employees within the jurisdiction (statewide).

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever An administrative opening or appointment involving a reduced teaching assignment, additional title, and/or additional stipend shall constitute a promotional vacancy. When the Board of Education modifies a present employee's position by revising the job description, title or salary, such modifications will not constitute a promotional vacancy arises as defined in this section. It is agreed that notices of any vacancy other than consultant to the Board (or is anticipated, the Superintendent similar position) which constitutes a promotion in rank or salary from that of a regular teacher shall cause a notice to be posted in each school building and a copy sent to the President of the Association setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In additionduties, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each schoolsalary, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to and the Associationfiling dates for applications. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such Such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) at least ten school days prior to before the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, for the Association shall be notifiedsubmission of applications. 3. Qualified members of the Great Neck Public Schools will be given serious and equal consideration, together with outside applicants. Teachers who decide are encouraged to apply make known at any time their desires to be considered for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancespromotional positions. 4. When Whenever a building promotional vacancy occursoccurs or a new building promotional position is established, a promotion committee may of six members, three of whom shall be appointed selected by the President of GNTA and three others selected by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with shall be established. Where the duties and responsibilities associated with building principal does not sit on the position to be filled. Two (2) members of selection committee, the committee may be classroom teachers. The selection committee shall have advisory status and make its recommendation to the building principal. If the recommendation is rejected, the selection committee shall recommend meet again to make another recommendation, or it may appeal a principal's decision to the Superintendent. Where the building principal is included in the selection committee, the selection committee shall make its recommendation directly to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesand the building principal shall not have veto power described above. 5. Vacancies Whenever a central or system-wide vacancy occurs, or a new promotional position is established, a promotional selection committee of no less than three and no more than five members selected by the President of GNTA and of an equal number selected by the Superintendent shall be filled established. The Superintendent may be an additional member of the committee. As governed by Board policy, parent member(s) will also serve on the basis of experienceselection committee, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established receive appropriate training as provided by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearDistrict. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A The Company’s decision to promote meritorious employees shall normally be coincident with a salary review each year. Employees who are promoted shall have their salaries increased to no less than the minimum of the higher range. Progression through the OA1 - OA3 grades is generally considered normal for employees, subject to typical career development and provided that the employees’ performance meets the requirements and expectations of the higher grades. In accordance with Article 3, Management Rights, the Company may select employees for promotion is defined through the OA1 - OA3 grades in advance of the natural progression. Notwithstanding the above, natural progression for employees in the following functional departments as moving set out in Article 22.09 will be limited to OA1-OA2 grades Administrative, Document Control, Warehousing, Operations & Maintenance Services. This does not prevent such employees from any teaching position being promoted above OA2. Promotions to one listed on OA4 are not automatic and depend upon the administrative capability of the employees to meet the requirements and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional expectations of the position. Promotions to OA5 and OA6 positions are limited by the Company based upon its operational requirements, the availability of firm, ongoing work at those levels and the capability of the employees to meet the requirements and expectations of the higher grades. Candidate employees for promotion to OA5 and OA6 positions shall first complete the relevant portions of the Promotion Application Form for submission to their Managers. The Managers shall complete the final Promotion Application Form taking into consideration the employees’ inputs. Candidates for promotion must be filled on actively involved in the following basis: 1review process. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedIf the promotion application reaches the Promotion Committee review stage, the Superintendent candidate shall cause a notice have the opportunity to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed interviewed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filledCommittee. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent At least one (1) SPEA member shall sit as non-voting members on all Promotions Committees considering promotions to OA5 or more candidates. 5OA6. Vacancies SPEA will make best efforts to ensure that SPEA members are classified at an equal or higher grade than the grade for which the promotions are being considered. The Company and/or deliberative body shall give written reasons for its decisions and shall supply a copy to candidate employees across all OA grades. In the event that the position held by a OA5 or OA6 employee is terminated for any reason other than layoff, that position shall be posted contingent upon a requirement for continued work at the grade level and shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall in accordance with Error! Reference source not found.. Promotion cases will be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established reviewed by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements Company within one (1) year. 6. The availability year of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored submission by the Board for potential administrators employee. For clarity, reviewing includes providing written reasons of the decision if the promotion is not awarded. Employees promoted to OA4, OA5 and supervisorsOA6 will receive at least a two percent (2%) salary increase, independent of scale and merit increases. This two percent (2%) increase does not apply if the promotion increase is greater than two percent (2%).

Promotions. Promotional eligibility lists for, and promotion to, the position of Police Sergeant shall be in accordance with Act 78 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1935, as amended, and the Rules and Regulations of the Act 78 Commission, with the following exceptions: A. A promotion is defined as moving The eligibility list for the position of Sergeant shall expire after two (2) years from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scaledate of its creation. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedThe appointing authority, the Superintendent City Manager, shall cause a notice have the authority to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted promote to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting position of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent Sergeant any one (1) or more candidatesof the top three (3) eligibles on the eligibility list (commonly known as the "Rule of Three"). Whenever the City Manager promotes to Sergeant a candidate who ranked lower on the eligibility list than another candidate, the City Manager must provide the by-passed candidate with the reason for his action; however, the action of the City Manager shall not be grievable. 5. Vacancies C. Psychological evaluations related to the question of whether the employee is psychologically fit for promotion to the rank of Sergeant shall be filled provided as the last phase of testing for all applicants for promotion to the rank of Sergeant. In the event that an applicant fails to be certified as being psychologically fit for promotion by the facility assigned to conduct such evaluations, the test results will be forwarded to a second facility for review. If the second facility agrees with the conclusion of the first facility, the applicant shall not be certified for promotion. If the second facility disagrees with the conclusion of the first facility, the test results will be forwarded to a third facility jointly agreed upon by the Union and the City for a final decision which is binding on both the basis of experience, competency City and other qualifications of the applicant. OrdinarilyApplicants who are not certified as being psychologically fit for promotion shall have their names excluded from the list and be ineligible for any promotion for a period of six (6) months after the list is certified by the Act 78 Commission or after the results of the psychological testing have been received, preference whichever occurs later. Such applicants shall be given eligible for re-evaluation by the first facility, after the six (6) month period, provided that the applicant enrolls in the City's Employee Assistance Program (EAP), at his own expense, and follows all of the recommendations of the EAP counselors during that six (6) month period. In the event that a report which provides the psychological evaluation of an applicant includes a comment or comments which would lead one to present teachers. Inquiries reasonably conclude that an applicant may not be psychologically fit to continue in his current employment without danger to the health, safety, and welfare of the public, the City will immediately meet with the Union to discuss the matter and, at the option of the City, the applicant may be directed relieved of duty with pay and ordered to other school systems when it undergo counseling until the matter is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education resolved. X. Xxxxxxxxxx for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearevaluation of Officers promoting to Sergeant will be 70% Assessment Center and 30% Written Exam. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on 15:1 All vacancies including summer school teachers shall be adequately published by the administrative and supervisory responsibility scaleSuperintendent in accordance with the following procedures. B. All vacancies 15:2 When school is in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause session a notice to shall be posted in each school setting forth a description as far in advance as practical, ordinarily at least ten (10) school days before the final date when applications are to be submitted. A copy of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies said notice shall be advertised throughout given to the yearAssociation at the time of posting. Employees who desire to apply for such vacancies within a time limit specified in the notice, including will apply to the Superintendent, who shall acknowledge receipt of applications. 15:3 Employees who desire to apply for a vacancy which may be filled during the summer monthsperiod when the school is not regularly in session, on shall submit their names to the FCPS web siteSuperintendent together with a position for which they desire to apply, and an address and phone number, where possible, where they may be reached during the summer. The Superintendent shall notify employees of any vacancy and position for which they desire to apply, if possible, and such notice shall be sent as far in advance as practical, ordinarily twenty-one (21) days before the final date when applications are to be submitted. In addition, the Superintendent will shall, within the same period post a list of such vacancies in each school, with to be filled during the summer period at his office and a copy of said such notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearAssociation President. 6. The availability 15:4 Announcements of leadership positions in other counties appointments shall be made known immediately after approval by posting a list in the same manner as set forth office of the Central Administration in paragraph 1 whenever possibleeach school building. The list shall be given to the Association and shall indicate which positions have been filled and by whom. C. No 15:5 Regularly employed teachers shall in the Edgewater Park School District will be denied given prior consideration for appointment to summer school teaching positions. A written letter of interest must be filed on or before the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored deadline set by the Board for potential administrators administrative staff. The teacher must have training, qualifications and supervisorsrequisite skills necessary to meet the needs, purposes and requirements of the summer program.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school school, setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filledfiled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency competency, and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx Frederick County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 one (1) whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on When a vacancy in the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions ranks of Equipment Operator, Paramedic, Shift E.M.S. Coordinator, Inspector, Special Services Team member or Lieutenant should exist, such vacancy shall be filled on only according to the following basismethod: Section 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a : A notice of examination to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a establish an eligibility list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen on the Department bulletin board at least thirty (1530) days prior to the filing date when last day on which applications must be submittedare acceptable. If notification is less than fifteen (15) daysThe notice shall state the date, time and place of written examination. It shall further state the eligibility requirements, the Association shall type and nature of the test or tests to be notifiedconducted, the written manuals or other materials, if any, which will to some extent be included, the general subject matter to be covered, the weight to be given each specific test, the grade needed to be qualified and the manner of grading to be used. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. Section 2: The time limit specified in the notice promotional process as posted shall be adhered to. The selection shall be made from those applicants who have qualified, if any. All other qualified applicants shall be ranked in order of employer preference. All qualified applicants shall be notified in writing of their ranking. Those qualified applicants not selected shall constitute an eligibility list to unless there are extenuating circumstancesremain in effect for two (2) years provided the applicant remains capable of fulfilling the position, and subsequent promotions during that period to the same job classification shall be made therefrom according to the highest ranking, subject to Section 4 below. The complete listing of those qualified, his/her scores per test and final scores, and his/her ultimate ranking shall be made available to each applicant. 4Section 3: Only qualified applicants shall be placed on the eligibility list. The next qualified applicant on the eligibility list shall be appointed as soon as possible after the vacancy was created unless the City has abolished the position by resolution prior to that time, or can establish by reasonable justification that outside appointment of a qualified applicant was necessary. If the position is abolished, no employee will be assigned to the position. When a vacancy occursoccurs on the Special Services Team the next regular specialized position needed will be promoted from the eligibility list. Section 4: A vacancy shall not be deemed to exist unless a new or additional position is created or an existing position is available due to the death, a promotion committee termination for just cause, or promotion, resignation or retirement of the employee previously appointed to such position. Actors per Article 10 may be appointed utilized by the Superintendent consisting City to temporarily fill all appointed positions during the absence of five the appointed officer. Section 5: The management and the union shall jointly establish a committee which shall be comprised of three (53) professional educators who are familiar with management members of the duties and responsibilities associated with the position department, to be filled. Two selected by the Chief and three (23) members of the committee may union, to be classroom teachersselected by the union per constitution and bylaws, who will not be participating in the promotional procedure and which shall be named the "Promotion Testing Procedures Review and Evaluation Committee". The This committee shall have advisory status meet in advance, if necessary, to review and discuss said procedures and eliminate, if possible, potential problems. If necessary, it will meet following each test prior to posting of eligibility list to address and resolve employee complaints, if possible. If it cannot be resolved, the Fire Chief decides. This provision shall not preclude the right to grieve or arbitrate the violation of any other section of this contract; however, the provisions of this Section 5 shall not be subject to the grievance and arbitration procedure. Section 6: Existing department personnel meeting the application criteria and successfully completing the promotional process for said position shall be eligible to occupy that position subject to ARTICLE 21 – PROMOTIONS, Section 4. Section 7: A promoted equipment operator shall continue in such position and receive such premium thereafter until promoted, retired, or removed from the position for just cause. A promoted equipment operator shall be appointed to operate each first line engine or ladder truck. In the event of a promoted equipment operator’s absence, a relief operator shall be designated as a substitute. Section 8: Any employee holding the rank of Lieutenant or Equipment Operator, who completes paramedic training, shall maintain such initial rank or position, and shall recommend not be deemed to the Superintendent one (1) have forfeited such rank or more candidatesposition by reason of such paramedic training. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion When a Probationary Firefighter has completed the probationary period and has been confirmed as a 4th Class Firefighter, shall remain in that class for twelve (12) months, upon completion of which shall be advanced annually to the next higher class up to and including 1st Class, provided there is defined a satisfactory Fire Station record and has passed an examination for advancement in rank. When a Probationary Dispatcher has completed probationary period and has been confirmed as moving from any teaching a 3rd Class Dispatcher, shall remain in that class for twelve (12) months upon completion of which shall be advanced annually to the next higher class, up to and including Class, providing there is a satisfactory fire station record. Promotion beyond Class Firefighter shall be recommended only to fill a vacancy or an additional position authorized by the Corporation. In the Firefighting Branch authorized vacancies above the rank of Class and up to one listed the rank of Captain shall be staffed by the Fire Chief on the administrative advice of an examination board consisting of the Deputy Chief and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies all Platoon Chiefs (or Acting Platoon Chiefs). The Director of Human Resources or designate, as an observer, and the Chief Training will attend in promotional positions shall be filled an advisory capacity. In recommending candidates for promotion above the rank of Class, the examination board will consider all candidates who score at least in an examination based on the following basis: 1factors and possible point scores: Fire and station record: points Xxxxxx (30 points) and examination on related work: points) points Physical condition based on latest medical examination: No points Seniority, point for each completed year of service to a maximum of: points To be eligible for the examination cited in above, a candidate must, for promotion to Captain, be a firefighter on the Captain Acting status list for a minimum period of two (2) years. Whenever Any candidate who has qualified during the previous month period pre- ceding the examination date, will be required to partake in a vacancy arises practical and/or oral examination. Should two or is anticipatedmore candidates score equally and the examination board be unable to select the most fitting candidate, or should the board be unable to reach a consensus decision on the appropriate candidate, the Superintendent Fire Chief shall cause review all factors considered and shall make a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary rangefinal selection. Promotional vacancies There shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members acting status lists; one for Acting Captains and one for Acting Platoon Chiefs. All persons holding the permanent rank of Captain to a maximum of eight (8) positions who have satisfied the committee may requirements as outlined in clause shall comprise the Acting Platoon Chiefs' status list. In order to be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend considered for promotion to the Superintendent Acting Platoon Chiefs' status list, candidates must have at least one (1) year of service at the Captain's rank. To be eligible for qualifying for the Acting Captain list, the firefighter must have completed eight (8) years continuous service in the Firefighting Branch. The maximum number of positions shall be unless altered as a result of Appendix If at any time insufficient persons have applied for or more candidates. 5been qualified for membership for the Captain Acting status list, the list may be expanded (on a per shift basis only) to meet emergency conditions. In expanding the list to meet emergency conditions, the Fire Chief shall select from the ranks of list Class Firefighters having considered each candidate's average score in 2nd and 1st Class examinations, providing such have averaged or better. Persons gaining membership on the Acting status list in emergency conditions and by the operation of clause shall not be deemed to be on the Acting status lists for purposes of clause Separate seniority lists shall be employed in the Fire Prevention, Dispatch and Maintenance branches. An applicant promoted to a rank above First Class or transferred to another branch of the department will serve a probationary period of six (6) months before confirmation in the rank. Vacancies occurring which could involve promotion or transfer to another branch of the department shall be filled on posted by the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications Corporation for seven (7) calendar days. Applications in writing may be made by an employee or Officer within a further two (2) days. Authorized vacancies in the complement of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference Fire Prevention Branch under Officer rank shall be given staffed by promotional competition open to present teachersall employees of the Department. Inquiries may be directed to A member of any other school systems when it is deemed advisable branch selected for the Fire Prevention Branch shall serve a probationary period of six (6) months before confirmation in the best interest rank and shall be paid during the term of such probationary period the same rate was earning immediately prior to appointment. Thereafter shall be advanced to the class in the Fire Prevention Branch with a pay rate next higher to rate during probationary period. shall be advanced through the ranks to First Class Fire Prevention Inspector on each twelve (12) month anniversary of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemexpiration of probationary period provided there is a satisfactory Fire Station record and has passed an examination for advancement in rank. Competition for appointment of members of other branches to the Fire Prevention Branch at other than Officer level shall be conducted by Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and the in charge of the Fire Prevention Branch. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education following factors will be considered and candidates must score or better for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.appointment:

Promotions. A. A promotion Seniority shall mean an Employee's continuous length of creditable government service in the State and County jurisdictions. Seniority shall not apply to an Employee until the Employee has completed the initial probationary period. Upon satisfactory completion of the Employee's initial probationary period, the Employee shall be credited with seniority from the date of hire. All authorized leaves without pay shall not constitute a break in service and shall be creditable from computing total continuous length of service. If an Employee's service is defined involuntarily terminated in good standing and the Employee returns to the governmental jurisdiction which the Employee left within one year, the break in service shall be disregarded, but shall not be considered as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scalecreditable service. B. All vacancies in promotional positions When making promotions, Civil Service statutes, rules, regulations, and procedures governing promotions which exist on the effective date of this Agreement shall be filled on the following basis:applied, except as modified below. 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedFor competitive promotions, the Superintendent existing policies on announcement shall cause a notice remain in effect. For non- competitive promotions, all notices to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional fill authorized vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, posted on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen appropriate bulletin boards for at least ten (1510) calendar days prior to the filing closing date when applications must be submittedfor receipt of applications. If notification is less than fifteen (15) daysthe Employer does not post the notice for the specified number of days as provided in this section, the Association Employee shall be notified.entitled to submit a late application; 2. With respect to tests and/or examinations used in selecting Employees for promotions, the Employer assures the Union that continuing efforts will be made to use tests and/or examinations that directly relate to the skills, abilities, and qualifications required for the class; 3. Teachers who decide to apply An Employee selected for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to promotion must meet the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances.minimum qualifications; 4. When a vacancy occursOther factors being relatively equal, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee seniority shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates.prevail; 5. Vacancies shall be filled on In the basis of experienceevent an Employee with the greatest seniority applies and qualifies for a promotion and is denied the promotion, competency and other qualifications of if the applicant. OrdinarilyEmployee so requests, preference the Employee shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest a written statement of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education reasons for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year.denial; 6. The availability Notice of leadership positions in other counties selection shall be made known in posted on the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleappropriate bulletin board where the vacancy existed; 7. When making promotions, the Employer shall consider the following order of priority: a. In the case of the respective County jurisdictions: 1) Employees within the division where the vacancy occurs; 2) Employees within the department where the vacancy occurs; 3) Employees within the respective jurisdiction. C. No teachers shall be denied b. In the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by case of the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsState jurisdiction: 1) Employees within a division on the island where the vacancy occurs; 2) Employees within the department on the island where the vacancy occurs; 3) Employees within the division (statewide) where the vacancy occurs; 4) Employees within the department (statewide) where the vacancy occurs; 5) Employees within the jurisdiction on the island where the vacancy occurs; 6) Employees within the jurisdiction (statewide).

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position All vacant or newly-created classifications above the rank of Deputy subject to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on terms of this Agreement, which the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedEmployer desires to fill, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to will be posted in each school setting forth a description of and conspicuous place in the qualifications department for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the filing date when applications must filling. Except as set out in Section B above, all positions will be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4filled on a competitive basis. When a classification vacancy occursis posted, a promotion committee may the posting will note the classification, duties, pay grade, starting time, and whether tests (oral and/or written and/or performance) must be appointed taken by the Superintendent consisting bidders, and the proposed schedule for such tests. When an oral board is used, it will be made up of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties hiring Division Head, the Undersheriff, and responsibilities associated with the position Human Resources Manager or their respective designees. Information on the Employer's testing program and criteria used to evaluate test results is found in paragraph below. The posting will set forth the minimum qualifications that the employee must have in order to be filledconsidered. Two The Employer's objective in conducting its testing program is to assure an open competitive process free from discrimination and in accordance with EEOC guidelines. The Employer seeks the best qualified applicant for all openings. The Employer assures the Union that continuing efforts will be made to devise/acquire the best available tests and/or examinations so that tests/examination results directly relate to skills, abilities and qualifications actually required on the job. Weighing of competitive selection factors shall be as follows: Written Examination 200 points Seniority 100 points Job Performance 350 points Oral Examination 350 points For the purpose of scoring the competitive selection factor, seniority, each employee shall be credited with 15 points for each year of seniority. Further, any employee who has been issued an Honorable Discharge from the Military Forces shall be credited with 15 points of seniority credit for each of the first two (2) members full years of such service. An employee shall be credited with 15 points of seniority credit per year up to a maximum of four (4) years of courses taken pursuant to an accredited Criminal Justice curriculum, or other pertinent degrees which the Employer deems would be beneficial to the department, as evidenced by an official transcript. Points to be awarded for military and education in lieu of seniority shall not exceed 60 points. The Employer agrees to use the date of position vacancy for purposes of determining eligibility, education, and seniority. During any posting period in which employees are being considered for promotion, the regular classification vacancy, if filled, will be filled by any bargaining unit employee on a temporary basis. Bargaining unit employees shall be compensated at the rate applicable to any classification to which they are temporarily assigned. At the time a bid is received by the Sheriff, it will be dated and a copy returned to the employee. Only bids providing all requested information and received by the Sheriff within the posting period will be considered by the Employer prior to making a promotion. Once a regular classification vacancy is posted, other methods of permanently filling the regular classification vacancy shall not be used until all bidders are considered and a decision made and communicated to all bidders and the Local President. An employee who does not provide all requested information or deliberately falsifies information in his bid may be disqualified. Any bidder must be at work or otherwise available following the closing date of the committee bid and during the period when bidders are being considered. If a bidder is not at work or otherwise available to be considered, the bidder may be classroom teachersdisqualified. An employee who is promoted or transferred to another classification will be given a reasonable period, but not less than thirty (30) days nor more than one hundred eighty (180) days to demonstrate in actual performance whether he has the ability to perform the work. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend employee's performance will be evaluated two (2) times during this period. A copy of each evaluation will be provided to the Superintendent employee. If a determination is made that the employee does not have the ability to perform the work, he shall be returned to the classification from which he was promoted and given a written notice of reason. A copy of this notice will be sent to the employee's Chief Xxxxxxx. If the employee requests within a ninety (90) day period following a promotion from another classification, he shall be returned to a regular classification vacancy in the classification from which he was promoted. Such an employee shall be returned within thirty (30) days following approval of his request. If there is no regular classification vacancy in the classification from which the employee was promoted, the employee will be returned to any other regular classification vacancy in the same pay grade for which the employee meets the necessary qualifications. If no such regular classification vacancy exists, the employee will be returned to a classification which is a pay grade consistent with his seniority and ability to perform the work. In the event that an employee is returned to a classification from which he was promoted, the Employer shall consider the other bidders prior to posting or initiating other recruiting action. If no other employees bid on the vacancy, the Employer may use other means to fill the vacancy. An employee who has been promoted, including an employee returned at the employee's request but not an employee returned by the Employer because the employee does not have the ability to perform the work, need not be considered by the Employer for a subsequent promotion during the one (1) year period following the promotion, unless the employee is the only bidder who meets the standards set forth in the classification vacancy posting. An employee who has bid for a promotion in accordance with the provisions of this Article and who has more seniority than the employee selected for promotion will be notified in writing that he lacks the qualifications or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on he does not have equal qualifications, as the basis of experiencecase may be, competency together with the name and other qualifications seniority date of the applicantemployee promoted. OrdinarilyA copy of this notification will be sent to the Local President. Any bidder will be furnished his scores on any and all tests upon submission of a written request to the Sheriff or Undersheriff. Should a regular classification vacancy fail to receive any bids for a minimum of three (3) different but consecutive posting periods, preference shall be given after written notice to present teachers. Inquiries the Local President the Employer may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education discontinue posting for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearyear such regular classification vacancies which subsequently occur in that classification. Thereafter, the Employer will again post any such regular classification vacancies, and the provisions of this paragraph will be repeated. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed SECTION 1. Promotion of employees will be made on the administrative basis of merit. Normally, the order of consideration for filling vacancies will be as follows: a. Re-promotion eligibles or priority consideration eligibles or Department of Defense (DoD) stopper list eligibles; b. Merit promotion procedures or reassignment or reinstatement eligibles or any other appropriate source. Nothing c. in this Article shall affect the authority of the employer with respect to filling positions and supervisory responsibility scaleto make selections for appointments from (1) among properly ranked and certified candidates for promotion; or (2) any other appropriate source. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled SECTION 2. The Employer agrees to publish vacancy announcement on the following basis:Internet. The Employer agrees to make every reasonable effort to post vacancy announcements on the XXXX website/ARCIC Portal. If it is known that multiple vacancies will be filled, it should be so stated on the vacancy announcement. Each employee will establish means through his fellow employees or supervisors for obtaining vacancy announcement information and applying for consideration while absent from his normal duty station. 1SECTION 3. Whenever When the Employer determines that a vacancy arises or rating panel is anticipatedto be used in filling a bargaining unit position, the Superintendent shall cause a notice Union may nominate non-applicant employees to serve as an observer to the panel proceedings. SECTION 4. The Employer agrees that applicants will be evaluated in accordance with the Merit Promotion Plan applicable to ARCIC-BMC. SECTION 5. The Employer recognizes the importance of, and the benefits to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the positionderived from, including duties and salary rangegiving promotional opportunity to BMC employees. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In additionTherefore, the Superintendent minimum area of consideration in Merit Promotion normally will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to be employees covered by the Associationservicing XXXX. 2SECTION 6. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall The Employer agrees that selections for vacancies will normally be posted made within fifteen (15) calendar days prior after receipt of the Selection Referral List. All applicants may use ANSWER to determine the filing date when applications must status of their application. Upon request of the employee, any unsuccessful applicant who was referred will be submittedinformed of the reason(s) for the selection made in writing within 15 calendar days after receipt of the request. SECTION 7. If notification It is less than understood that non-selection from a properly constituted referral may not form the basis for a grievance. However, an employee may grieve if he feels that a referral list was not properly constituted. Such employee may have Union representation. When the Union is representing an employee, the Employer will make available for review the referral and selection list and application of the selected candidate. Records will be sanitized, or withheld, as necessary in order to protect the privacy of individuals as provided by the Privacy Act of 1974. When the employee remains dissatisfied, he retains the right to file a grievance within fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedcalendar days after notification that he was not referred. 3SECTION 8. Teachers who decide Upon request to apply his immediate supervisor, employees will be informed how they may avail themselves of opportunities for such vacancies shall submit self-improvement that will enhance their applications prospects for future promotion. SECTION 9. A noncompetitive career promotion of an employee whose position has been reclassified to a higher grade or to a position with a higher representative rate because of the addition of duties or responsibilities may be made when it is determined that open competition is not warranted. All of the following circumstances must be met in writing order to exempt the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified promotion from competitive procedures: a. There are no other employees in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed unit supervised by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators selecting official who are familiar with performing identical duties (at the same grade) to those performed by the employee prior to addition of the duties and responsibilities; b. The employee continues to perform the same basic function(s) as were in the former position and the duties of the former position are administratively absorbed into the new position; c. The addition of the duties and responsibilities associated with does not result in an adverse impact on another encumbered position, such as abolishing the position to be filled. Two (2) members or reducing the known promotion potential of the committee may be classroom teachers. another position; and d. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification employee meets all qualification requirements established by the state board of education for the position. e. All employees in career ladder positions will be promoted when the Employer has approved and certified the employee for promotion to the next higher level. SECTION 10. When requested to do so by their employee, supervisors are obligated to see that the employee is considered for promotional opportunities that arise while the employee is temporarily absent on leave, on detail, in training, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearon TDY, during the full period that the vacancy announcement is posted. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the positionPromotional procedures, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall those set forth below, are not applicable to part-time employees, but such employees may be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post appointed/reappointed to a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationhigher title. 2. Unless there Announcement by the President of the availability of a promotion to a Librarian II or Librarian I position shall activate the promotion and Personnel Committee process. The President shall indicate in his or her announcement whether the available promotion or promotions may be considered upon the basis of personal growth or whether the available promotion or promotions are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to fill a particular need in the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedlibrary. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to Promotions, which may be considered on the Superintendent or authorized representativebasis of personal growth, if any, will be announced at the same time as the announcement of available faculty promotions is made. The time limit specified in Available structural promotions will be announced as deemed necessary by the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesPresident. 4. When a vacancy occursFull-time Librarians whose qualifications meet or exceed the requirements for Librarian II or Librarian I may apply for announced growth promotions by November l, a promotion committee and for announced structural promotions within the time specified in the announcement. The application may be appointed accompanied by any substantiating documentation which the Superintendent consisting individual cares to submit. Nomination of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee a librarian for promotional consideration may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to made by other than the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesindividual. 5. Vacancies The Personnel Committee's recommendations on any promotion or promotions shall be filled on in rank order from the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications highest (number l) to lowest. There shall be separate lists ranking candidates for each available structural promotion. There shall be one overall list ranking all candidates for any available growth promotions. The final recommendations of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference Personnel Committee shall be given made to present teachersthe Director on or before February 1 for any available growth promotions and within thirty (30) days of the application closing date for structural promotions. Inquiries The requirements that there be a ranking may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established waived by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearlocal agreement. 6. The availability Article VII of leadership positions in other counties this Agreement shall be made known in apply to this Article under the same manner terms and limitations as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity such Article applies to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.faculty promotions. Article

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed follows: positions paying a salary differential and/or positions on the administrative and supervisory Administrator/Supervisory levels of responsibility scale. B. for which certification by the New Jersey State Board of Education is possible and/or required. Extra work and/or extra pay assignments shall not constitute promotional positions. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on adequately publicized by the Superintendent or his/her designee in accordance with the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or procedure: When school is anticipatedin session, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to shall be posted in each school setting forth a description of as far in advance as practical, ordinarily at least fifteen (15) school days before the final date when application must be submitted and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary rangein no event less than five (5) school days before such date. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a A copy of said notice being transmitted shall be given to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to Association at the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3time of posting. Teachers who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their resumes and applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The his/her designee within the time limit specified in the notice notice, and the Superintendent or his/her designee shall acknowledge promptly in writing the receipt of all such applications. B. The qualifications for the position, its duties, and the rate of compensations, shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed clearly set forth by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachersSchools. The committee qualifications set forth for the particular position shall have advisory status and shall recommend to not be changed when such future vacancies occur unless the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesAssociation has been notified in advance of such changes. 5. Vacancies C. No position shall be filled on until all properly submitted applications have been considered. The Board agrees to give due consideration to the basis professional background and attainments of experience, competency all applicants and other qualifications relevant factors. D. Announcement of appointments shall be made by posting a list in the applicantoffice at the Central Administration and in each school building, faculty room, e-mailed to all district employees, and posted on employer website in employee section. Ordinarily, preference The list shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant Association and shall meet the certification requirements established indicate which positions have been filled and by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearwhom. 6. The availability of leadership positions E. No vacancy in other counties a promotional position shall be made known filled other than in accordance with the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleabove procedure. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. 1. Notice of vacancies in positions in at the classroom level and in non-supervisory positions listed in Appendix A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description Schedule of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices Supplementary Compensation shall be posted fifteen on the district’s website and on an electronic application website designated by the district one time per week. The notice of vacancies provided for herein shall indicate the date within which applications should be filed with the Superintendent. Except in the case of emergency, said date shall not be less than seven (157) days prior to from the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) daysof posting of the notice of vacancy, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers as described above, Professional employees who decide desire to apply for any such vacancies position shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in said notice. In addition to giving of said notice, the Committee may give notice of such vacant positions and seek applicants in such other ways as it considers necessary. 2. Promotional positions shall include all coordinator positions listed in Appendix A on the Schedule of Supplementary Compensation, all positions outside the bargaining unit at the administrative and/or supervisory levels which are to be filled by the Superintendent for a period of at least one hundred (100) days, and all coordinator or administrative internships established by the Superintendent. The written notice shall set forth the qualifications, duties, and compensation rate for the position and the date within which applications should be adhered filed with the Superintendent. Except in case of emergency, such date shall not be less than seven (7) days from the date of the emailing of notice of vacancy, as described in Section 1. Professional employees who desire to unless there are extenuating circumstancesapply for any such position vacancy shall submit their applications, in writing, to the Superintendent within the time limit specified in said notice. 3. In addition to the giving of written notice in the manner indicated above, the Superintendent may give notice of vacancies in such positions and seek applicants in such other ways as considered necessary. 4. When a vacancy occursIn filling vacancies for promotional positions, a promotion committee the Superintendent will give primary consideration to the applicant's qualifications for the position. Where, in the opinion of the Superintendent, the qualifications of applicants are substantially equal, preference will be given to employees of the Committee on the basis of their seniority as such employees. Any grievance arising out of or with respect to the decisions of the Superintendent made hereunder in filling promotional positions may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members processed only through Level Three of the committee may be classroom teachersGrievance Procedure set forth in Article 5 of this Agreement. The committee Level Four of said Grievance Procedure, which provides for the submission of a grievance to formal arbitration shall have advisory status and shall recommend not apply to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesany such grievance. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications Written notice of the applicant. Ordinarilyfilling of any such vacant position or of the decision not to fill the position, preference shall as the case may be, will be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education all professional employees who made written application for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements . Such notice will normally be given within one sixty (160) yeardays after notice of the vacancy is posted. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is (a) Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed follows: positions on the administrative administrator- /supervisory level, including but not limited to the positions of supervisor, assistant supervisor, director, principal, assistant principal, department head, and supervisory responsibility scalehead counselor. B. (b) All vacancies in teachers are eligible to apply for placement on the promotional eligibility list providing that (1) they submit to the office of the Director of Personnel and Labor Relations certification from the State Education Department for the position or positions at the time the appointment becomes effective; (2) they have filed their college transcripts and completed applications on forms prepared and supplied by the office of the Directors of Personnel and Labor Relations; and (3) they have submitted letters of recommendation from their current principal and current director recommending them for the position for which they have applied, or, if such letter is not submitted, a letter indicating the reasons thereof. (c) A teacher's name appearing on any list as of January 1 will remain on the Eligibility List for a period of three (3) years unless the teacher chooses to withdraw it. At the end of the third year, the teacher must reapply or her/his name shall be filled removed from the list. Any renewal must be filed in writing on or before the commencement of the fourth year. In all cases, it shall be the responsibility of the teacher to meet the foregoing requirements. (d) All teachers shall be permitted to apply for placement on more than one Eligibility List. (e) When an available position occurs, the teacher on the current Eligibility List shall be asked to supply the following basisinformation: (1) Statement of teaching or educational, administrative experience (verification if required of all experience other than that obtained in the New Haven School System). (2) Statement of reasons why the teacher considers himself/herself fit for the position. (3) Pertinent experience in fields related to the position for which the application has been submitted. (4) If the aforementioned information is satisfactory, s/he may be required to have an interview. Whenever The candidate for a vacancy arises or is anticipated, school level position shall be interviewed by a committee of the SPMT. The committee shall make recommendations to the Superintendent for a final selection. A statement of reasons why the information is considered unsatisfactory will be given if the teacher is not interviewed, and if such reason is requested by her/him. (f) The Federation will receive copies of the Promotion Eligibility List semiannually. The copies so provided shall cause also include a notice to list of those who have notified the administration of their enrollment in planned programs as provided in Article XVI, Section 13, Administrative Interns. (g) The position need not be posted filled from within the New Haven School System. However, teachers applying from outside the system must meet the same conditions as specified above. If, however, two (2) teachers on the promotional eligibility list are equal in each school setting forth a description fitness and are the most fit of and the qualifications those available for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on with the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of teacher with the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable most seniority in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearNew Haven School System. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the positionPromotional procedures, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall those set forth below, are not applicable to part -time employees, but such employees may be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post appointed/ reappointed to a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationhigher title. 2. Unless there Announcement by the President of the availability of a promotion to a Librarian II or Librarian I position shall activate the promotion and Personnel Committee process. The President shall indicate in his or her announcement whether the available promotion or promotions may be considered upon the basis of personal growth or whether t he available promotion or promotions are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to fill a particular need in the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedlibrary. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to Promotions which may be considered on the Superintendent or authorized representativebasis of personal growth, if any, will be announced at the same time as the announcement of available faculty promotions are ma de. The time limit specified in Available structural promotions will be announced as deemed necessary by the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesPresident. 4. When a vacancy occursFull-time Librarians whose qualifications meet or exceed the requirements for Librarian II or Librarian I may apply for announced growth promotions by November l, a promotion committee and for announced structural promotions within the time specified in the announcement. The application may be appointed accompanied by any substantiating documentation which the Superintendent consisting individual cares to submit. Nomination of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee a librarian for promotional consideration may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to made by other than the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesindividual. 5. Vacancies The Personnel Committee's recommendations on any promotion or promotions shall be filled on in rank order from the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications highest (number l) to lowest. There shall be separate lists ranking candidates for each available structu ral promotion. There shall be one overall list ranking all candidates for any available growth promotions. The final recommendations of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference Personnel Committee shall be given made to present teachersthe Director on or before February 1 for any available growth promotions and w ithin thirty (30) days of the application closing date for structural promotions. Inquiries The requirements that there be a ranking may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established waived by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearlocal agreement. 6. The availability Article VII of leadership positions in other counties this Agreement shall be made known in apply to this Article under the same manner terms and limitations as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblesuch Article applies to faculty promotions. Article XIV.G shall also apply. C. No teachers shall be denied 7. All promotions are subject to the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by affirmative recommendation of the President and the approval of the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsof Trustees.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever An administrative opening or appointment involving a reduced teaching assignment, additional title, and/or additional stipend shall constitute a promotional vacancy. When the Board of Education modifies a present employee's position by revising the job description, title or salary, such a modifications will not constitute a promotional vacancy arises as defined in this Section. It is agreed that notices of any vacancy other than consultant to the Board (or is anticipated, the Superintendent similar position) which constitutes a promotion in rank or salary from that of a regular teacher shall cause a notice to be posted in each school building and a copy sent to the President of the Association setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In additionduties, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each schoolsalary, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to and the Associationfiling dates for applications. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such Such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) at least ten school days prior to before the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, for the Association shall be notifiedsubmission of applications. 3. Qualified members of the Great Neck Public Schools will be given serious and equal consideration, together with outside applicants. Teachers who decide are encouraged to apply make known at any time their desires to be considered for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancespromotional positions. 4. When Whenever a building promotional vacancy occursoccurs or a new building promotional position is established, a promotion committee may of six members, three of whom shall be appointed selected by the Superintendent consisting President of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with GNTA and three others selected by the duties and responsibilities associated with Superintendent, excluding the position to be filled. Two (2) members principal of the committee may building in which the vacancy exists, shall be classroom teachersestablished. The selection committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend make its recommendation to the Superintendent one (1) building principal. If the recommendation is rejected, the selection committee shall meet again to make another recommendation, or more candidatesit may appeal a principal's decision to the Superintendent. 5. Vacancies Whenever a central or system-wide vacancy occurs, or a new promotional position is established, a promotional selection committee of no less than 3 and no more than 5 members selected by the President of GNTA and of an equal number selected by the Superintendent shall be filled established. The Superintendent may be an additional member of the committee. Pursuant to Board policy, a parent member will also serve on the basis of experienceselection committee, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established receive appropriate training as provided by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearDistrict. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching 1. The implementation of A.1 regarding promotions shall be in accordance with the following procedure: 2. All new and vacant positions, including promotional position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions which recruitment is to be initiated, shall be filled posted on bulletin boards in all work areas within the following basis: 1. Whenever bargaining unit for a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a period of seven (7) calendar days and notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout sent to the year, including summer months, on Association at the FCPS web sitetime of posting. In addition, Employees applying for such promotional vacancies shall make a request in writing to the Superintendent will post a list Personnel Officer or appropriate administrative officer of the department or division where the vacancy exists not later than three (3) days after the posting period has ended. A copy of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted request must be sent to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedUnion office. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties Association and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable Administration agree that in the best interest of both parties, active attempts to promote from within the Xxxxxxxxx County school systembargaining unit should be made. The successful applicant resultant benefits in terms of productivity and employee morale are self-evident. a. When there are six (6) or more bargaining unit members on the certified promotional list, the vacancy shall meet be filled from within the certification requirements established bargaining unit. Where there are less than six (6) employees from within the bargaining unit covered by the state board of education for contract on the positioncertified promotional list, or shall fulfill such requirements every effort will be made to promote from within one (1) year. 6the bargaining unit. The availability of leadership positions in other counties However, selection shall be made known from among the six. b. Promotional vacancies shall be filled from within the bargaining unit wherein the vacancy exists from the top three (3) state seniority employees in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblebargaining unit on the certified promotional list. C. No teachers c. Where there are less than three (3) eligible employees from within the bargaining unit covered by the contract on the certified promotional list, every effort will be made to promote from within the bargaining unit. d. Where no list exists for certification, the vacancy will be filled from within the bargaining unit provided an employee is qualified. 4. A letter of acknowledgement shall be denied forwarded to the opportunity member of the bargaining unit upon receipt of a request for reassignment, transfer, and/or a new position. 5. Any employee who applied for promotional positions shall be informed of the disposition of his/her application in writing, and shall be entitled to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsreasons why he/she was not chosen.

Promotions. A. A The provisions of this Article shall be applicable only to promotions on a permanent and full-time basis to the rank of Sergeant (or Corporal if such rank is established). Section 2. The Town Manager shall provide for promotions/appointment by competitive examinations, which shall include a combination of written and oral tests as a prerequisite to promotion is defined /appointment to any position in the Department covered by this Agreement. Such tests shall be based as moving from any teaching position to one listed nearly as possible on the administrative normal operating procedures of the Department and supervisory responsibility scaleon knowledge of police science. Notice of such examinations shall be posted at Headquarters at least thirty (30) calendar days in advance of the date fixed for the examination. The examination process shall be handled solely by the New Hampshire Police Standards & Training Council, with all scores to be held by them and not released until the examination process is completed. At that time, the Town and each candidate will be notified as to the final scoring. The components of the examination process are to be provided the following weight: Written examination 50% Oral examination 50% Page 8 of 40 Patrolman Any employee covered by this Agreement who is on the list of eligible candidates, and is passed over for promotion/appointment, shall receive a written report from the Town Manager within ten (10) working days after such promotion/appointment is made, stating the reason(s) for such action. Section 3. Subject to the provisions of Section 5 of this Article 9 all promotions to the rank of Sergeant (or Corporal if such rank is established) shall be made from among permanent full-time Patrolmen (excluding Special Police Officers) provided that: A. Only members of the Department who have had a minimum of three (3) years experience as a full-time Patrolman in the Department shall be eligible to sign up to take the examination. B. All vacancies Members must sign up to take the examination within the time period specified in promotional positions the announcement which shall not be filled unreasonable. C. To be eligible for consideration for promotion/appointment, members of the Department taking the entire examination must have obtained a score of at least seventy (70%) percent on the following basis:entire examination. 1Section 4. Whenever a vacancy arises The Town Manager or is anticipated, the Superintendent designee shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description establish eligibility lists of and the qualifications those members for the position, including duties and salary rangepromotion. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy Copies of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices list shall be posted fifteen on the Headquarters Bulletin Board and delivered to the President of the Association, or the President's designee. Said list shall be posted as soon as practical after the completion of the examination but in no event later than thirty (1530) days prior following completion. Said lists shall become effective on the day which it is posted for purposes of this Section. Upon such lists shall be placed the names of successful candidates in the order of their excellence in the respective examination. These lists shall be discarded and re-established when a position becomes available and the eligibility lists are more than six (6) months old. Each applicant who has applied for promotion shall have added to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification applicant's examination score, which is less than fifteen based on one hundred (15100) dayspoints, one-half (1/2) point for each completed year of service through the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide tenth (10th) year to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting maximum of five (5) professional educators points, provided said applicant has received an initial passing examination score of seventy (70%) percent on the entire examination. Each applicant who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee has applied for promotion shall have advisory status and shall recommend added to the Superintendent applicant's examination score, which is based on one hundred (100) points, additional points for completing the degree requirements from an accredited college or university and who has actually received an Associate's, Bachelor's, or post-graduate degree. Said points shall be added based on the following chart: Page 9 of 40 Patrolman ,)) Degree in Criminal Justice / Law Enforcement / Law Associate Degree - one (1) or more candidates. point Bachelor Degree -three (3) points Post Graduate Degree -five (5. Vacancies ) points Other Degree Programs Associate Degree -one-half (1/2) point Bachelor Degree -two (2) points Post Graduate Degree -four (4) points These additional points shall be filled added provided said applicant has received an initial passing examination score of seventy (70%) percent on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearentire examination. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx Frederick County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises in a professional position other than Superintendent or is anticipatedAssistant Superintendent occurs, the Superintendent shall cause shall, as soon as practicable, post a notice of the vacancy upon one or more of those bulletin boards referred to in Article 9, and cause the same to be posted in each school setting on the District’s website. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Superintendent need not post a vacancy for positions within the administrative unit which anticipates a transfer of administrative personnel. Such notice shall set forth a description of and the minimum qualifications for the position, including duties its duties, anticipated range of compensation to be paid and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, date the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to expects the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members Applications for such positions shall be accepted from professional personnel within and without the school system. The Superintendent agrees that he/she shall, in selecting an applicant, consider the professional background, attainments and experience of each applicant, together with such other factors as he/she shall deem to be relevant. If, in the judgment of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status Superintendent, the professional background, attainments and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications experience of the applicant. Ordinarilyapplicants deemed by him/her to be most qualified are, in his/her opinion, substantially equal, he/she will give preference to an applicant then currently employed by the District, unless, in his/her opinion, the grant of such preference shall not be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school district. The decision of the Superintendent shall not be subject to Article 4. However, in the event that it appears to the Superintendent that he/she has a preference for employment of an applicant from without the school system, the Superintendent shall promptly notify, in writing, each applicant from within the school system of the expression of such preference. The successful Within the three days immediately after the date of such written notice, an applicant shall from within the school system may request in writing, to personally Teacher 2019-2022 meet to confer with the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6Superintendent. The availability of leadership positions in other counties Such request shall be made known in granted before an applicant from without the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleschool system is employed. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. Section A promotion Vacancies 1. When an existing promotional position becomes vacant or when a new promotional position is defined as moving from any teaching position created, notice of said vacancy shall be posted in every District building with the closing date, of not less than ten (10) calendar days included in the posting. Said notice of vacancy shall clearly set forth the qualifications for the position. A copy of each positing shall be sent to one listed the President of the Association. 2. Positions on the administrative administrator-supervisor levels of responsibility including, but not limited to positions such as superintendent, principal, assistant principal, assistant to principal and supervisory responsibility scalesupervisor shall be considered promotions. B. 3. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on adequately publicized by the following basis:Superintendent after the vacancy has been reviewed with the Board and a job description of the position formulated. A copy of each posting shall be sent to the President of the Association. Qualifications for the position shall be included with the posted notices. Section B Process 1. Whenever Unit members who desire to apply for such vacancies shall file a vacancy arises or is anticipated, letter of interest with the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted within the time limits specified in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationnotice. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers Unit members who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice. The notice shall be adhered posted at least fourteen (14) calendar days in advance of the closing date for receipt of applications. 3. In the event a promotional opportunity occurs that will be filled during the summer, the Superintendent shall inform all unit members who have indicated an interest on their summer address form of the vacancy by direct mail to their summer address. The unit member shall have fourteen (14) calendar days from the postmark date to apply for each opening unless there are extenuating circumstancesthe Superintendent designates a greater period of time for applications. 4. When a vacancy occursposition is not filled, a promotion committee may notice to that effect will be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties posted and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesre- advertised. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. Section 1. Written notice of vacancies in positions, as described herein, which afford Professional Employees the opportunity of promotion and which occur prior to the closing of school in June, shall be posted on a bulletin board in each school. Professional Employees, who wish to receive notice of any vacancy in any particular position or positions which may occur after the closing of school in June, shall notify the Superintendent in writing no later than said closing of school of the particular position or positions in which they are interested. Written notice of any vacancies which occur in such positions will be given to said Professional Employees. The notices provided for in this Section shall be given as soon as possible after the occurrence of the vacancy. Section 2. Promotional positions shall include all supervisory positions listed in Appendix A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the Schedule of Supplementary Compensation and all positions at the administrative and/or supervisory levels. The written notice shall set forth the qualifications, duties and supervisory responsibility scale.compensation rate for the position and the date within which applications should be filed with the Superintendent. Such date shall not be less than ten (10) days from the date of the posting of the notice. If the qualifications, duties and compensation rate for a position are changed after the position vacancy has been posted and before it has been filled, the position vacancy will be reposted. Professional Employees, who desire to apply for any such position, shall submit their applications in B. All vacancies Section 3. In addition to the giving of written notice in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedmanner indicated above, the Superintendent shall cause a may give notice of vacancies in such positions and seek applicants in such other ways as he/she considers necessary. Section 4. In filling vacancies for promotional positions, the Superintendent will give primary consideration to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the applicant's qualifications for the position. Where, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout in the year, including summer months, on opinion of the FCPS web site. In additionSuperintendent, the qualifications of applicants are substantially equal, the employee selected will be the one recommended by the supervisors involved. The decisions of the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies made hereunder in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted filling promotional positions shall not be subject to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as Grievance Procedure set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleArticle XXVI of this Agreement. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotions shall be defined as moving the advancement of an Employee from any teaching one position classification to one listed another in a higher salary grade. When the Employer determines that a position vacancy exists, notices of said position shall be posted on the administrative Department bulletin board for a period no less than ten (10) days. The notice shall describe the position, minimum qualifications, and supervisory responsibility scalefinal date application will be accepted. B. All vacancies Promoted Employees shall service a one year probationary period. C. An Employee promoted to a position in a higher pay grade shall receive a promotional positions pay grade increase on the payroll date on which the promotion becomes effective, and shall be placed at the pay level which most closely approximates a 5% hourly rate increase. D. Promotions for the position of Sergeant will be limited to eligible employees holding the rank of deputy, civil process server, or investigator with the Dodge County Sheriff’s Department. In the absence of qualified candidates under the standards published by the Dodge County Merit Commission, the County shall have the right to hire from the street. E. The Sheriff will choose the successful candidate based on demonstrated skill, ability and performance. When, in the Sheriff's judgment, there are two or more employees of relatively equal skill, ability and performance (which includes an employee's attendance, safety and disciplinary record), the principle of seniority will govern. If no qualified candidate applies or no bid is received, the job may be filled by the Sheriff from any other source. The Sheriff retains the right to determine the qualifications necessary to perform any particular job or the right to hire non-employee applicants (excluding the position of Sergeant) if, in the Sheriff's sole judgment, no qualified employee applies or bids for the job posting. F. A job opening created by the acceptance of a posted position will be subject to the posting and bidding procedure only if the opening is for a Sergeant or Investigator position. G. Vacancies that are filled by promotion shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen within six (156) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members months of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesvacancy. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on Section 1. Promotions shall be made in accordance with the administrative FAA Personnel Management System, applicable Agency directives, and supervisory responsibility scalethis Agreement. B. Section 2. All vacancies applications must be received by the processing office within five (5) days of the closing date of the announcement. Section 3. Applications for promotion shall be acknowledged by the receiving official, provided the applicant has filled out the return portion of the receipt form. The receipt shall be mailed to the applicant. Section 4. Promotion Plan Announcements for bargaining unit positions within the area of consideration will be readily available or accessible electronically to bargaining unit employees at a designated location in promotional their facility. Section 5. All vacancy announcements for bargaining unit positions shall be filled on readily available or accessible electronically at the following basis: 1. Whenever FAA Academy at a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice designated location in an effort to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications assure that they are available for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen at least ten (1510) days prior to the filing date closing date. Section 6. Vacancy announcements for bargaining unit positions will normally contain the following information: a. Announcement number; b. Opening date; c. Closing date; d. Title, series, and career level of the position(s), with the number of positions to be filled, except when applications an open continuous announcement is utilized; e. Organizational location of position(s); f. The area of consideration; g. A brief summary of the duties of the position, with notice as to where additional information may be obtained; h. The minimum eligibility requirements; i. The experience and training required, when applicable; j. The selective placement factors, if any; k. Where to submit applications; l. A statement of equal employment opportunity; m. A statement as to promotional potential, if known; n. Certifications required for the position; o. Technical specialty fields specified; p. The knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics required; q. All vacancy announcements must contain the statement: "SOME, ALL, OR NONE OF THE CANDIDATES MAY BE INTERVIEWED." r. Any PCS benefits will be stated on the vacancy announcement. Item d. above does not preclude the filling of additional vacancies with candidates for the same vacancy announcement when it was not known at the time the announcement was published that an additional vacancy, or vacancies, for like positions at the same location would occur during the effective period of the selection list. Item q. above travel expenses incidental to these interviews will be paid in accordance with current travel regulations. Section 7. If as a result of a grievance being filed under this Agreement, either the Employer agrees or an arbitrator decides that an employee was improperly excluded from the best-qualified list, he/she will receive Section 8. An employee on TDY or approved leave may, prior to departure, inform his/her supervisor in writing of specific position(s) he/she wishes to be considered for in his/her absence. Complete bid packages must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, left with the Association shall be notifiedsupervisor. 3Section 9. Teachers who decide Promotion plan announcements for full performance level positions within the unit shall include the statement; "Equal or lower pay band/level applications will be accepted." The Employer retains the right to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesselect promotion candidates. 4Section 10. When Selections and selection processes, including rating and ranking panels, interviewing panels, or like processes are the sole responsibility of the Employer. No local agreements are authorized. A selecting official may, however, solicit input from Union representatives and any other groups/individuals regarding aspects of a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status , such as knowledge, skills, and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesabilities. 5Section 11. Vacancies shall In accordance with the FAA PMS and applicable directives, employees are no longer required to complete time in grade requirements to be filled on the basis of experiencepromoted, competency but still must meet all required administrative and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall requirements to be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education eligible for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearpromotion. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined Employees may apply for any vacant positions at the College that may provide a promotional opportunity as moving from any teaching position to one listed on long as they meet the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the minimum qualifications for the position. All qualified candidates in the applicant pool will complete a competitive process prior to a selection being made. The College agrees to develop a selection plan that will (1) contain a job announcement for the vacant position; (2) list the minimum qualifications and (3) include job related selection criteria that assess the knowledge, including duties skills and salary rangeabilities required for the position. Promotional vacancies All College positions will be posted. In the event that skilled services employees are excluded from the State Personnel Management System (SPMS) and become part of the College’s personnel system, all College positions will be posted for a minimum of (2) two weeks.. For the purposes of recruitment of positions within the State Personnel Management System, the College shall follow the policies of the Department of Budget and Management. The College shall make a selection from among the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. For positions within the SPMS, DBM certifies the eligible list of applicants. Applicants shall be advertised throughout evaluated based upon position related: A. Experience (including length of State, College and contractual employee service, and where possible, allow for the yearsubstitution of experience for educational criteria. B. Education, C. Knowledge skills and abilities In the event that any two or more applicants are equal, including summer monthsState, on College and contractual service shall serve as the FCPS web sitetie breaker. In additionIf requested, the Superintendent will post supervisor and a list of such vacancies in each school, human resources representative shall meet with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers College employee candidate who decide to apply was not selected for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of discuss the committee ways that the employee may be classroom teachersable to improve his/her chances for possible future promotional opportunities. In the event that the College creates a new Police Officer I position or fills a Police Officer I vacancy, it shall conduct a position specific recruitment (internal) search. Building Guards (Building Security Officers) who are otherwise qualified shall be considered for the opportunity in accordance with Section A. The committee selected candidate shall have advisory status be reclassified as a Police Officer Trainee and the College shall recommend send the person to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5MPTC approved training course. Vacancies shall be filled on If the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education College must pay for the positionemployee’s training, the employee shall reimburse the College if he or she voluntarily leaves the College within 24 months from the date that the employee completes the training. Reimbursement shall fulfill such requirements within one occur at the time the employee leaves the College. If the employee fails to complete his or her training successfully, he or she may return to a vacant Building Guard (1Building Security Officer) yearposition if available, however, the College shall not send the employee to training again. If the employee leaves the College for any reason other than a medical disability (during the training), the employee shall reimburse the College for all training costs. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions ‌ Attorneys shall be filled on eligible to receive the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted designation of “Senior” in each school setting forth a description front of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies their job title after four (4) years of satisfactory experience in that job title at NYLAG; Paralegals shall be advertised throughout eligible after three (3) years of satisfactory experience in that job title at NYLAG; Financial counselors shall be eligible after four (4) years of satisfactory experience in that job title at NYLAG; all other positions within the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web sitebargaining unit shall be eligible after four (4) years of satisfactory experience in that job title at NYLAG. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days NYLAG may credit “relevant experience” prior to the filing date when applications must be submittedemployment at NYLAG toward these years. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide NYLAG’s determination as to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing relevant experience prior to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties employment at NYLAG shall be made known in good faith and is not subject to the same manner grievance and arbitration procedure. Employees shall be notified within sixty (60) days of their three (3) or (4) year anniversary in title whether they have been granted a senior designation. Senior designation shall be effective from the date of anniversary. Senior designation does not result in any increased compensation. DocuSign Envelope ID: 19573CF8-ECAC-4082-B6CA-FD8695C87DBA Staff who fulfill the responsibilities and requirements of both a senior staff member and coordinating staff member shall hold the title prefix “Coordinating Senior [staff member title].” After four (4) years of satisfactory experience as a “Coordinating Senior [staff member title]” the member shall be eligible to receive the title prefix “Senior Coordinating [staff member title],” except for paralegals shall be eligible to receive the prefix “Senior Coordinating Paralegal” after three (3) years of satisfactory experience in that job title. Employees shall be notified within sixty (60) days of their three (3) or (4) year anniversary in a coordinating senior title whether they have been granted senior coordinating designation. These designations shall be effective from the date of anniversary. Coordinating positions receive the differential set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers Article 3.10.2. Supervisors shall meet with staff who are not granted a promotion. Such staff shall be denied told the opportunity reasons for the denial in writing and provided information concerning the areas in need of improvement in order for them to apply be promoted. Such staff shall be eligible to be reviewed for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by said promotion again on their next anniversary date, at the Board for potential administrators and supervisorslatest.

Promotions. A. A There shall be no prearrangement or preselection in filling a vacant position by promotion is defined as moving from any teaching to a title covered by this Agreement. Each such position at a promotional level shall not be filled until it has been duly advertised to the staff, except (1) where a position has become excess because of decreases in the Library's income or reorganization of work, in which event the Library shall assign the incumbent of such an excess position to one listed an appropriate position without advertising, and shall so advise the Union, and (2) when a position has been advertised within the previous two months to the staff, and the Union has been advised. Section 2. In filling a vacant position, selection shall be on the administrative basis of specified eligibility requirements, including education, skills, experience, and supervisory responsibility scalepersonal attributes appropriate to the position. Seniority will be a factor only if all qualifications outlined above are equal among the applicants. B. All vacancies in promotional Section 3. The Library shall maintain a record of all positions for which it is recruiting. This record shall be filled available in the Human Resources Department to any staff member of the Union. Section 4. No applicant shall be denied a position because (s)he lacks job skills or educational requirement which were not specified in the advertisement for that position. Section 5. An applicant for a position shall be advised in writing as to the reasons for a rejection provided the applicant makes the request in writing. The Library shall make every effort to be as explicit as possible. The results of a test which is not confidential in nature will be provided to the applicant upon written request. Section 6. Two branch clerical assistants will be elected by and from the Office Associate III and the Office Associate I groups to sit on the following basis:Advisory Board of The Branch Libraries when clerical promotions and related matters are on the agenda. 1Section 7. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, A staff member who has been officially designated by the Superintendent Library to serve in an acting capacity shall cause a notice be appointed to be posted that position after no more than six months of satisfactory full time service in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications acting capacity provided that the staff member has met the requirements for the position, including duties there is no budgetary restriction prohibiting such appointment, and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, there is no incumbent on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationleave from that position. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed follows: 1. Positions paying a salary differential whether by index based on B.A. minimum or by specified contracted amount, and/or positions on the administrative and administrative-supervisory responsibility scale. B. levels of responsibility. All vacancies in promotional positions, including specialists and/or special project teachers, pupil personnel workers and positions in programs funded by the Federal Government, and changes in job classification shall be filled on adequately publicized by the Superintendent in accordance with the following basis:procedures. 12. Whenever a vacancy arises or When school is anticipatedin session, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to shall be posted in each school setting forth a description as far in advance as practicable, ordinarily at least thirty (30) school days before the final date when applications must be submitted and in no event less than fifteen (15) school days before such date. A copy of said notice shall be given to the Association at the time of posting. Teachers who desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit applications in writing to the superintendent within the time limit specified in the notice, and the qualifications superintendent shall acknowledge promptly in writing the receipt of all such applications. 3. No later than the last day of school, the Association shall furnish the Superintendent of Schools with a list of those teachers who desire to apply for a promotional position which may be filled during the summer period when school is not regularly in session. This list shall indicate the position or positions in which the named teachers are interested, together with a self- addressed, stamped envelope for each promotional position in which a particular teacher is interested. 4. The Superintendent of Schools shall notify such teachers of any vacancy for which they desire to apply by mailing a copy of the notice of the opening to them by use of the envelopes furnished. The Superintendent of Schools shall not be responsible for mailing such notice in the event sufficient envelopes for this purpose have not been furnished, and shall not be responsible for the position, including duties and salary rangeteacher's actual receipt of the notice. Promotional vacancies Persons other than those whose name appears on the list furnished by the Association shall not be entitled to similar notice. 5. Such notice shall be advertised throughout sent as far in advance as practicable, ordinarily at least twenty-one (21) days before the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web sitefinal date when applications must be submitted and in no event less than fourteen (14) days before such date. In addition, the Superintendent will shall, within the same time, post a list of such vacancies in each schoolpromotional positions to be filled during the summer period at the Board Office, with and a copy of said the notice being transmitted shall be given to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 36. Teachers who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice notice, and the Superintendent shall acknowledge promptly in writing the receipt of all such applications. B. All qualified teachers shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occursgiven adequate opportunity, a promotion committee may be appointed as determined by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties Schools, to make application for such positions and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies no positions shall be filled on until all properly submitted applications have been considered. C. In the basis of experience, competency and other situation set forth above the qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or its duties, and the rate of compensation shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearbe clearly set forth. 6D. Exceptions to this policy may be made by decision of the Board of Education. The availability of leadership positions in other counties Such exceptions shall be made known noted in writing to the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleAssociation president. C. No teachers E. This Article shall be denied the opportunity apply to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsAncillary Teachers.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed SECTION 1. Promotion of employees will be made on the administrative basis of merit. Normally, the order of consideration for filling vacancies will be as follows: a. repromotion eligibles or priority consideration eligibles or Department of Defense (DoD) stopper list eligibles; b. merit promotion procedures or reassignment or reinstatement eligibles or any other appropriate source. Nothing in this Article shall affect the authority of the employer with respect to filling positions and supervisory responsibility scaleto make selections for appointments from (1) among properly ranked and certified candidates for promotion; or (2) any other appropriate source. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled SECTION 2. The Employer agrees to publish vacancy announcement on the following basis:Internet. The Employer agrees to make every reasonable effort to post vacancy announcements on the XXXX website/ARCIC Portal. If it is known that multiple vacancies will be filled, it should be so stated on the vacancy announcement. Each employee will establish means through his fellow employees or supervisors for obtaining vacancy announcement information and applying for consideration while absent from his normal duty station. 1SECTION 3. Whenever When the Employer determines that a vacancy arises or rating panel is anticipatedto be used in filling a bargaining unit position, the Superintendent shall cause a notice Union may nominate non-applicant employees to serve as an observer to the panel proceedings. SECTION 4. The Employer agrees that applicants will be evaluated in accordance with the Merit Promotion Plan applicable to ARCIC- FFID. SECTION 5. The Employer recognizes the importance of, and the benefits to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the positionderived from, including duties and salary rangegiving promotional opportunity to FFID employees. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In additionTherefore, the Superintendent minimum area of consideration in Merit Promotion normally will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to be employees covered by the Associationservicing XXXX. 2SECTION 6. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall The Employer agrees that selections for vacancies will normally be posted made within fifteen (15) calendar days prior after receipt of the Selection Referral List. All applicants may use ANSWER to determine the filing date when applications must status of their application. Upon request of the employee, any unsuccessful applicant who was referred will be submittedinformed of the reason(s) for the selection made in writing within 15 calendar days after receipt of the request. SECTION 7. If notification It is less than understood that non-selection from a properly constituted referral may not form the basis for a grievance. However, an employee may grieve if he feels that a referral list was not properly constituted. Such employee may have Union representation. When the Union is representing an employee, the Employer will make available for review the referral and selection list and application of the selected candidate. Records will be sanitized, or withheld, as necessary in order to protect the privacy of individuals as provided by the Privacy Act of 1974. When the employee remains dissatisfied, he retains the right to file a grievance within fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedcalendar days after notification that he was not referred. 3SECTION 8. Teachers who decide Upon request to apply his immediate supervisor, employees will be informed how they may avail themselves of opportunities for such vacancies shall submit self-improvement that will enhance their applications prospects for future promotion. SECTION 9. A noncompetitive career promotion of an employee whose position has been reclassified to a higher grade or to a position with a higher representative rate because of the addition of duties or responsibilities may be made when it is determined that open competition is not warranted. All of the following circumstances must be met in writing order to exempt the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified promotion from competitive procedures: a. There are no other employees in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed unit supervised by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators selecting official who are familiar with performing identical duties (at the same grade) to those performed by the employee prior to addition of the duties and responsibilities; b. The employee continues to perform the same basic function(s) as were in the former position and the duties of the former position are administratively absorbed into the new position; c. The addition of the duties and responsibilities associated with does not result in an adverse impact on another encumbered position, such as abolishing the position to be filled. Two (2) members or reducing the known promotion potential of the committee may be classroom teachers. another position; and d. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification employee meets all qualification requirements established by the state board of education for the position. e. All employees in career ladder positions will be promoted when the Employer has approved and certified the employee for promotion to the next higher level. SECTION 10. When requested to do so by their employee, supervisors are obligated to see that the employee is considered for promotional opportunities that arise while the employee is temporarily absent on leave, on detail, in training, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearon TDY, during the full period that the vacancy announcement is posted. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. There is hereby established a procedure for providing internal promotional opportunities for Employees covered under this Agreement. A promotion is defined for purposes of this Article as moving from any teaching a position to one listed classification which is higher-rated than the Employee’s previous position classification and is on a career ladder which includes the administrative and supervisory responsibility scaleEmployee’s previous position classification. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever In the event that a vacancy arises occurs, or a new position is anticipatedcreated, the Superintendent shall cause which is on a career ladder, a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of the vacancy and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted the job description shall be provided to the AssociationUnion and posted in Employee areas. Any Employee meeting the minimum requirements shall be entitled to apply for the position within a seven (7) day period from the date established in the notice. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices External advertising may commence simultaneously with the posting of the internal notice when a vacancy occurs or a new position is created which is on a career ladder. The deadline for external applications shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to at least one week later than the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifieddeadline for internal applications. 3. Teachers who decide Applications from Employees shall be in the form as provided by the Human Resources Director and are to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing be submitted to the Superintendent or authorized representativeHuman Resources Director. The time limit specified Human Resources Director, in conjunction with the notice immediate supervisor and department head of the vacant position, shall be adhered review each application to unless there are extenuating circumstancesdetermine if the minimum requirements have been met, and shall advise each Employee which applies of his/her status. 4. When All Employees who apply and meet the minimum requirements for the vacant position shall be interviewed by the selection team established by the employer for the position. If a vacancy occurscurrent Employee is promoted or transferred, a transfer or promotion committee may date will be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesestablished as soon as is practicable. 5. Vacancies Selection of an Employee for a promotion shall be filled based on the basis following criteria: seniority, results of experienceperformance evaluations, competency and other level of qualifications above the minimum requirements, references, recommendation of the applicantEmployee’s current immediate supervisor and the overall assessment of the selection team regarding ability to perform required duties and responsibilities of the new position. Ordinarily, preference Final decisions regarding a promotion shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established made by the state board of education for the position, City Manager or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearhis/her designee. 6. The availability In the event that an Employee is promoted to a position classification which is on a career ladder which includes the Employee’s previous position classification, the Employee’s new rate of leadership positions in other counties pay shall be made known the first step in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblewage schedule for the new position which exceeds the Employee’s current rate of pay. C. No teachers shall be denied 7. The employer reserves the opportunity right, after having followed the procedure herein, not to apply for selection fill the vacancy by promotion and to proceed with the next steps in the recruitment process, which includes the testing and interviews of outside applicants. Interviews with outside applications will not occur unless and until the position is not filled internally. Any Employee is entitled to participate in seminars this next phase in the selection process. 8. All applicants will be notified whether the position was filled internally or workshops sponsored by externally. 9. To facilitate promotional opportunities and encourage Employees to qualify for promotional opportunities, the Board for potential administrators Employer shall make efforts to assist Employees to meet minimum requirements and supervisorsshall establish a system of at least annual Employee performance evaluations.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions and special instruction areas will be filled according to Sections A through E of this article except those which occur to create a vacancy during the time contractual duties are to be performed, at which time Section B shall be filled amended to read, "Ten (10) school days" instead of "twenty (20) days." A. The posting will set forth the qualifications and description of the vacant position; said description will include the duties and salary of the position. The Association President will be consulted on all vacancies, and the following basis:subsequent posting will be confirmed in writing by the Association President prior to the vacancy being posted in every school. 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to B. Notice will be posted in each every school setting forth a the qualifications and description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen vacant position at least twenty (1520) days prior to before the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If Said description will include the duties and salary of the position. During summer recess, notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall will be notifiedmade via email. 3. C. Teachers who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall will submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The his/her agent within the time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4notification. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee Any teacher who may be appointed by interested in applying for such vacancies must complete the Superintendent consisting of five Scituate School Department Voluntary Transfer Rubric – Teacher Promotion (5for non-teaching positions) professional educators who are familiar with as set forth in Appendix B. D. Any applicant for such vacancies whether presently employed in the duties and responsibilities associated with system or applying for position in the position to system will be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled judged on the basis of experiencequalifications for the vacant post. If, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarilyhowever, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable two or more applicants are equally qualified, seniority in the best interest of Scituate system will control the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yeardecision. 6. The availability of leadership E. Promotional positions in other counties shall be made known in are defined as: positions paying a salary differential and/or positions on the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleadministrator-supervisory level. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion 1. The implementation of A.1 regarding promotions shall be in accordance with the following procedure: 2. All new and vacant positions to which recruitment is defined as moving to be initiated, and current positions for that classification that are changed to or from any teaching position to one listed Academic Year, shall only be posted on the administrative State’s internet opportunities website for a period of ten (10) calendar days and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional such vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted sent to the Association. 2Association at the time of posting via electronic means. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers Employees who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing do so via the State’s internet employment opportunities website. Employees shall be provided reasonable access to State computers for the Superintendent or authorized representativepurposes of reviewing and applying for online postings. 3. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties Association and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable Administration agree that in the best interest of both parties, active attempts to promote from within the Xxxxxxxxx County school systembargaining unit should be made. The successful applicant resultant benefits, in terms of productivity and employee morale, are self-evident. a. When there are six (6) or more bargaining unit members on the certified promotional list, the promotional vacancy shall be filled f rom within the bargaining unit. b. When there are less than six (6) bargaining unit members on the certified promotional list, a reasonable effort will be made to fill the vacancy from within the bargaining unit. However, selection shall be made from among the six (6). c. Where no list exists for certification, a reasonable effort will be made to fill the vacancy within the bargaining unit in accordance with the following: 1) When an employee within the bargaining unit applies for a new or vacant position within the bargaining unit, and he/she is determined by the Administration to be at least equally qualified to the best qualified applicant, then the employee s hall be appointed to the position. 2) Whenever there are equally qualified candidates for the positions in the bargaining unit, the seniority of candidates in the bargaining unit shall be the determining factor in filling the position. 3) This section is subject to the Affirmative Action Policy of t he department, as well as applicable laws and regulations. Members of the bargaining unit who apply for and who meet the certification requirements established by qualifications for posted bargaining unit vacancies shall, if he/she requests, be given an interview with the state board search committee, if such interviews are conducted and as long as such is consistent with affirmative action and applicable laws and regulations. 4. The Search Committee Guidelines will require the search committee chair or his/her designee to notify the candidates selected for interview, in writing, upon scheduling the interview appointment at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to any proficiency test that will be administered as part of education the selection process. 5. A letter of acknowledgment shall be forwarded to the member of the bargaining unit upon receipt of a request for the reassignment, transfer and/or a new position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership Any employee who applied for promotional positions in other counties shall be made known informed of the disposition of her/his application in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers writing and shall be denied entitled to reasons why they were not chosen at a meeting with the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by Search Committee Chair, if the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsmember so chooses.

Promotions. A. A . A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scalescale . B. B . All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 11 . Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school school, setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary rangerange . Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web sitesite . In addition, the Superintendent superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the AssociationAssociation . 22 . Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submittedsubmitted . If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiednotified . 33 . Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent superintendent or authorized representativerepresentative . The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancescircumstances . 44 . When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filledfiled . Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachersteachers . The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent superintendent one (1) or more candidatescandidates . 55 . Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency competency, and other qualifications of the applicantapplicant . Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachersteachers . Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemsystem . The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearyear . 66 . The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 one (1) whenever possiblepossible . C. C . No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisorssupervisors .

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale.‌ B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall (a) Vacancies may be filled on so far as practical by the following basis: 1promotion of employees. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, Vacancies in full-time positions in the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices bargaining unit shall be posted fifteen and then filled with the most qualified applicants. Notice of the Human Resources Department’s intent to recruit shall be posted on the bulletin board(s) maintained by the Human Resources Department and on those bulletin boards identified by the Human Resources Department as being “official” bulletin boards for recruitment announcements. In addition to bulletin board posting, the Human Resources Director may utilize other methods of notice, including but not limited to: newspaper, television, or other media advertising; local, state, regional or national publications and the like. The Human Resources Director shall determine whether competition for a classification is to be limited to current employees or open to all candidates. The announcement period for recruitment shall be at least five (155) calendar days. If the announcement period begins or ends on a holiday, the announcement period shall begin or end on the next workday following the holiday. The Human Resources Director shall determine the number of recruitment periods that will be allowed. A list of qualified applicants shall remain in place for no longer than three (3) months from the posted closing date. However, the Human Resources Director, in histheir sole discretion, may determine that the number of qualified applicants is insufficient and should be replaced. (b) All promotions shall be made on the basis of merit and fitness as determined by competitive examination. Written, performance, and/or oral examinations may be administered when deemed necessary to properly evaluate applicants to perform the duties of the vacant classification. (c) When written promotional examinations are developed, a review committee shall meet and review the examination. The review committee shall consist of the County’s Human Resources Director, the interested Department Head(s) or his designee(s), the Union Chairperson and a Union representative who is serving and competent in the area for which the examination is being developed. Employees may not be part of any review committee which develops a test that thatthe employee may later take. This review is for the purpose of determining the validity of the questions as they relate to the position being tested. Decisions relating to the composition of all examinations shall rest with County. (d) Examination questions, answer sheets, testing procedures, and all other test elements shall be kept confidential at all times in order to ensure that examinations are fair and equitable. Accordingly, all persons having access to examination questions, answer sheets, testing procedure, and all other test elements shall not divulge any information or data related to those elements to any person, firm, corporation, or other entity by any means whatsoever, either directly or indirectly. Anyone with access to these confidential materials shall be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement which will be made a part of his County personnel file. Violation of the terms and conditions of this confidentiality agreement shall be grounds for disciplinary action up to and including discharge. (e) Union shall be notified as to the time and place of all written and practical examinations. Union shall be permitted an observer who shall be the Union Chairperson or his designee. Notice of intent to attend as an observer shall be in writing at least three (3) business days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, of the Association examination and time away from the job to conduct such observation shall be notified. 3with pay. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies Any and all objections that may be made shall submit their applications be filed in writing by the Chairman to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified County’s Human Resources Director in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesform of a written grievance under the Grievance Procedure (Article 9) of this Agreement. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed (a) Promotions within the bargaining unit shall be made on the administrative basis of seniority and supervisory responsibility scale. B. qualifications. Job vacancies and newly created positions will be posted for a period of seven (7) calendar days setting forth the minimum requirements for the position in a conspicuous place in each building. Employees interested, shall apply within the seven (7) calendar day posting period. Minimum requirements will be determined by testing by an independent unit. All vacancies new employees will also be tested by an independent unit prior to beginning county employment. Minimum requirements will be established by each department head in promotional positions relation to the work required. The senior employee applying for the promotion and who meets the minimum requirements shall be filled on the following basisgranted a four (4) week trial period will determine: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice His desire to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, remain on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationjob. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstancesHis ability to perform the job. In the event the senior applicant, such notices who meets minimum requirements, is denied the promotion, reasons for denial shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications given in writing to such employee's xxxxxxx. In the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in event the notice senior applicant disagrees with the reasons for denial, it shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesa proper subject for the grievance procedure. (b) During the Four (4. When a vacancy occurs) week trial period, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee employee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection revert back to participate his former classification. If the employee is unsatisfactory in seminars or workshops sponsored the new position, notice and reasons shall be submitted to the Union in writing by the Board Employer with a copy to the employee. The matter may then become a proper subject for potential administrators the second step of the grievance procedure. (c) During the trial period, employees will receive the rate of the job they are performing. Employees moving into a new classification shall be placed on the wage scale in the next step that would reflect an increase in wages. They will then follow the remainder of the steps in that classification. (d) Employees required to work in a higher classification shall be paid the rate of the higher classification. (e) This article shall not apply to vacancies in the Chief Deputy Clerk, Chief Deputy Register of Deeds and supervisorsChief Deputy Treasurer's position, and employees in the Prosecutor's Office.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on positions below the administrative rank of Assistant Superintendent requiring state certification and supervisory responsibility scalepaying a salary differential over the regular teacher's salary schedule. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on pursuant to the following basisprocedures: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent A notice shall cause a notice to be posted in each every school building clearly setting forth a description of of, and the qualifications for for, the positionpositions, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationsalary. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such Such notices shall be posted fifteen as far in advance as practicable, and at least ten (1510) school days prior to before the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedfor submission of applications. 3. Teachers who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The his/her designee within the time limit specified in the notice. Applications shall include qualifications for the position as well as other data requested in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesand/or helpful in evaluating the applications. 4. When Teachers who apply and are qualified for such positions shall be interviewed by a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be which shall include one person from the negotiating unit appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to Superintendent. Interview ratings for each qualified applicant shall be filled. Two (2) members prepared independently by each member of the committee may committee. Such ratings shall not be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend subject to the provisions of Article XIII. Recommendation for a vacancy shall be made by the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesfrom among the top three applicants unless he/she decides to make no recommendation from such applicants. 5. Vacancies C. Promotional positions shall be filled on the basis of experiencethe best qualified person available provided, competency and other qualifications of however, that where two or more candidates are substantially equal in qualification, the applicant. Ordinarily, preference applicant with the greatest seniority in the Cranston Public Schools shall be given to present teacherspreference. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest The decision of the Xxxxxxxxx County Committee, unless arbitrary, capricious, and without basis in fact, will be final. D. The Alliance will be notified within a reasonable time when a promotional position becomes vacant after the end of the regular school systemyear but before the opening of the fall semester. Teachers who wish to be notified of any vacancies in promotional positions occurring after the close of the school year but before the opening of the following school year may leave their name and a mailing address with the Superintendent. The successful applicant administration shall meet the certification requirements established send a notice of vacancy in a promotional position to all teachers exercising such option. Applications from such teachers must be received by the state board Superintendent or designee within ten (10) calendar days of education the postmark date on the Administration’s notice to the candidate to be eligible for consideration. E. All teachers who apply and are qualified for a promotional position shall be interviewed and shall subsequently be notified of the positiondisposition of their application before the appointment is made. F. A teacher may not be employed at, hired into, involuntarily transferred to, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6voluntarily transferred to a school where a member of his/her immediate family serves in a direct supervisory capacity. The availability of leadership positions in other counties In the event that a person is promoted to a position with supervisory responsibilities over an immediate family member that teacher shall be made known in involuntarily transferred at the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblenext Jamboree. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. 1. All vacancies in promotional positions positions, if filled, shall be filled on pursuant to the following basisprocedure: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional a. Such vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post publicized to members by sending a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted thereof to the Association. 2Association and to each building principal and by posting a written notice on a bulletin board in every school. Unless there are extenuating circumstancesReasonable effort will be made to send notice in a district-wide email to all Association members, as far in advance of the date of filling such notices shall be posted fifteen vacancy as possible (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than ordinarily at least fifteen (15) days), or if such vacancy occurs after the close of the schools in June and before they open in September, by mailing a copy of such notice to the Association and to every member who shall have filed his/her name and summer address with the Superintendent for the purpose of receiving such notice and to those members who in the discretion of the Superintendent should be notified. 3. Teachers b. Said notice of vacancy shall clearly set forth the qualifications for and the duties of the position and the compensation rate or range therefor. c. Members who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit file their applications in writing to with the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesnotice. 4. When a vacancy occursd. The Superintendent may give notice of such vacancies, a promotion committee may be appointed by or otherwise seek applicants to fill the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee same, in such other ways as it, in its discretion, shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesdeem appropriate. 5. Vacancies e. Such vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicantmerit. OrdinarilyWhere merit is substantially equal, preference shall will be given to present teachersqualified members of the professional staff. f. Insofar as practicable under the circumstances, appointments will normally be made not later than sixty (60) days after the notice is posted. 2. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable Promotional positions are defined as follows: positions paying a locally-funded salary differential and/or positions of the administrator-supervisory level, including but not limited to, positions as supervisor, assistant supervisor, director, assistant director, principal, assistant principal and departmental chairperson. 3. All vacancies (as defined above in the best interest case of promotional positions) for specialists, special project teachers, summer and evening school directors, directors of Federal Projects and teacher-leaders under Federal projects shall be filled pursuant to the foregoing procedure. 4. The Superintendent will consider any criteria, in addition to or modification of those provided in this Contract, which the Association may suggest for use in the selection of persons to fill vacancies in promotional positions. At that time when the creation of a new promotional position is proposed the Superintendent will consider recommendations which the Association may make as to qualifications for and specifications of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systempositions and the compensation therefor. 5. The successful applicant shall meet On the certification requirements established screening committee which interviews and recommends candidates for promotional positions at the Administrative-supervisory level, assistant principal and up, there will be a representative designated by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearAssociation. 6. The availability Nothing in this Contract shall restrict the right of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleSuperintendent, exercising his/her judgment consistently with provisions hereof, to fill vacancies by appointment to others than members covered hereby. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A The Company’s decision to promote meritorious employees shall normally be coincident with a salary review each year. Employees who are promoted shall have their salaries increased to no less than the minimum of the higher range. Progression through the L1 – L3 grades is generally considered normal for employees, subject to typical career development and provided that the employees’ performance meets the requirements and expectations of the higher grades. In accordance with Article 3, Management Rights, the Company may select employees for promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position through the L1 – L3 grades in advance of the natural progression. Promotions to one listed on L4 are not automatic and depend upon the administrative employee’s demonstrated ability to perform at the L4 level. Promotions to L5 and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional L6 positions are limited by the Company based upon its operational requirements, the availability of firm, ongoing work at those levels and the capability of the employees to meet the requirements and expectations of the higher grades. Candidate employees for promotion to L5 – L6 positions shall first complete the relevant portions of the Promotion Application Form for submission to their Managers. The Managers shall complete the final Promotion Application Form taking into consideration the employees’ inputs. Candidates for promotion shall be filled on actively involved in the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipatedreview process and if the promotion application reaches the Promotion Committee review stage, the Superintendent candidate shall cause a notice have the opportunity to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed interviewed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filledCommittee. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent At least one (1) SPEA member shall sit as non-voting members on all Promotions Committees considering promotions to L5 or more candidates. 5L6. Vacancies SPEA will make best efforts to ensure that the SPEA members are classified at an equal or higher grade than the grade for which the promotions are being considered. Promotions to L4 do not require the convening of a Promotions Committee. The Company and/or deliberative body shall give written reasons for its decisions and shall supply a copy to candidate employees across all L grades. In the event that the position held by a L5 or L6 employee is terminated for any reason other than layoff, that position shall be posted contingent upon a requirement for continued work at the grade level and shall be filled in accordance with Article 11. Promotion cases will be reviewed by the Company within one year of submission by the employee. For clarity, reviewing includes providing written reasons of the decision, if the promotion is not awarded. Employees promoted to L4, L5 and L6 will receive at least a 2% salary increase, independent of scale and merit increases. This 2% increase does not apply if the promotion increase is greater than 2%. Furthermore, merit increases will generally be based on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of salary grade for which the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearemployee was evaluated. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotion positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed follows: Positions paying a salary differential and/or positions on the administrative and administrator/supervisory responsibility scale. B. levels of responsibility. All vacancies in promotional positions, including specialists and/or special projects teachers, pupil personnel workers and positions in programs funded by the federal government shall be filled on adequately publicized by the Superintendent in accordance with the following basisprocedure: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or When school is anticipatedin session, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to shall be posted in each school setting forth a description of and as far in advance as practicable, ordinarily at least thirty (30) school days before the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is submitted and in no event less than fifteen (15) days, school days before such date. A copy of said notice shall be given to the Association shall be notified. 3at the time of posting. Teachers who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice, and the Superintendent shall acknowledge promptly in writing the receipt of all such applications. Applications shall be kept on file in the Superintendent’s office for continual consideration for future vacancies until the office is notified in writing by an applicant that the application is withdrawn. 2. Teachers who desire to apply for a promotional position which may be filled during the summer period when school is not regularly in session shall submit their names to the Superintendent, together with the position(s) for which they desire to apply, and an address where they can be reached during the summer. The Superintendent shall notify such teachers of any vacancy in a position for which they desire to apply. Such notice shall be adhered sent as far in advance as practicable, ordinarily at least ten (10) days before the final date when applications must be submitted. In addition, the Superintendent shall, within the same time period, post a list of promotional positions to unless there are extenuating circumstancesbe filled during the summer period at the administration office, in each school, and a copy of said notice shall be given to the Association. 4. When a vacancy occursB. In both situations set forth in Section A above, a promotion committee may the qualifications for the position, its duties, and the rate of compensation shall be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachersclearly set forth. The committee qualifications set forth for a particular position shall have advisory status not be changed when such future vacancies occur unless the Association has been notified in advance of such changes and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5reasons therefore. Vacancies No vacancy in a promotional position shall be filled on other than in accordance with the basis above procedure. C. All qualified teachers shall be given adequate opportunity to make application and no position shall D. be filled until all properly submitted applications have been considered. The Board agrees to give due consideration to the professional background and attainments of experience, competency all applicants and other qualifications relevant factors. Where the Board in its sole judgement determines that the ability of the applicant. Ordinarilyall candidates is exactly equal, then preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable the most senior teacher applicant in the best interest District. Each teacher applicant not selected shall, upon request, receive a written explanation from the Superintendent. Announcements of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties appointments shall be made known by posting a list in the same manner as set forth office of the central administration and in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers each school building. The list shall be denied given to the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored Association and shall indicate which positions have been filled and by the Board for potential administrators and supervisorswhom.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on Section 15.1 Positions of responsibility beyond the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies rank of Firefighter shall be considered promoted ranks. Vacancies in promotional positions the promoted ranks shall be filled by job related considerations such as work history (including disciplinary record), qualifications, experience, performance evaluations, etc. The successful candidate shall be selected by the Employer from the top three candidates on the following basis:current eligibility list. However, if the Employer bypasses the highest person on the eligibility list, such decision shall not be arbitrary, capricious, discriminatory, or based on improper bias or abuse of discretion. 1. Section 15.2 The Employer shall not be required to fill any position, unless the Board of Trustees first determines that a permanent vacancy exists in that position. Section 15.3 Whenever the Employer determines that a permanent vacancy arises or is anticipatedexists in any position above the rank of Firefighter, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of such vacancy and the required minimum qualifications for the positionposition as well as the date for the holding of a promotional process, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen on the bulletin board of each Fire Station for a period of not less than fourteen (1514) days. During the posting period, any qualified employee wishing to apply for the promotional process shall do so by submitting a written application to the Employer. The employer shall not be obligated to consider any applications submitted after the posting date or by persons who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the position posted. Section 15.4 No person shall be eligible to apply for the promotional process for the position of Lieutenant unless such person shall have served a minimum of five (5) years in the full-time rank of firefighter at Scioto Township. No person shall be eligible to apply for the promotional process for the position of Captain unless such person shall have served a minimum of two (2) years in the full-time rank of Lieutenant at Scioto Township. Any person promoted to the rank of Lieutenant and/or the rank of Captain shall be required to hold a valid Ohio EMT-Paramedic certification at the time of appointment to the rank of Lieutenant and/or Captain. Failure to obtain and/or maintain a valid Ohio EMT-Paramedic certification shall result in demotion to the next lower rank. For the purpose of this article, any Grandfathered Senior Firefighter Intermediate and or Lieutenant, is exempt from the Ohio EMT Paramedic certification, but must maintain EMT Intermediate certification. Section 15.5 At the discretion of the Chief and Board of Trustees in which there are less than two (2) qualified applicants for the promotional process for the position of Captain, or less than three (3) qualified applicants for the position of Lieutenant, the time in grade requirements may be, at the Board of Trustees discretion, lowered by one-year until at least two (2) qualified candidates for the promotional process to Captain, or three (3) qualified applicants for the position of Lieutenant apply. In the event a sufficient pool of qualified applicants does not exist, despite the lowering of the time-in-grade requirements, then the Employer shall have the right to promote any employee to the position based upon his or her successful. completion of the promotional process. In any event, the Board of Trustees and or Fire Chief may hire from external applicants. Section 15.6 At least sixty (60) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) daysof the promotional process , the Association all source materials not utilized in day to day operations shall be notifiedknown, and serving as the basis for the process shall be identified and made available to the applicants for the process. 3Section 15.7 Senior Firefighters that have been reclassified to Lieutenant shall retain their time and grade credits for future promotional process. Section 15.8 If, and at the sole discretion of the Chief and Board of Trustees, there are not enough interested or qualified applicants internally, then the Employer may recruit applicants from outside the Department. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice An internal applicant shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesconsidered “qualified” if he has an acceptable and satisfactory work history and performance evaluations, and fulfilled the appropriate time requirements, etc. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed as determined by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties Chief and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsof Trustees.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed follows: Positions on the administrative administrative/ supervisory levels of responsibility and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All all vacancies in promotional positions, including specialist and/or special project teachers, pupil personnel workers, positions in programs funded by the Federal Government and vacancies in evening school and summer school shall be filled on adequately publicized by the Superintendent in accordance with the following basisprocedures: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or When school is anticipatedin session, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to shall be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In additionwebsite, as far in advance as practicable, ordinarily at least thirty (30) calendar days before the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is submitted and in no event less than fifteen (15) days, calendar days before such date. A copy of said notice shall be given to the Association shall be notified. 3at the time of posting. Teachers Employees who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice, and the Superintendent shall acknowledge promptly in writing the receipt of all applications. 2. Employees who desire to apply for a promotional position which may be filled during the summer period when school is not regularly in session shall submit their names to the Superintendent, together with the positions for which they desire to apply, and an address where they can be reached during the summer. B. The Superintendent shall notify such employees of any vacancy in a position for which they desire to apply. Such notice shall be adhered sent as far in advance as practicable and in no event less than fifteen (15) calendar days before the final date of which application shall be accepted. In addition, the Superintendent shall, within the same time period, post a list of promotional positions to unless there are extenuating circumstancesbe filled during the summer period at the administration office, in each school and on the district website. A copy of said notice shall be given to the Association. 4. When a vacancy occursC. In both situations set forth in Section A above, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with qualifications for the position, its duties and responsibilities associated with the position to rate of compensation, shall be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachersclearly set forth. The committee qualifications set forth for a particular position shall have advisory status not be changed when such future vacancies occur unless the Association has been notified in advance of such changes and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesreasons therefore. 5. Vacancies D. All qualified employees shall be given adequate opportunity to make application and no position shall be filled on the basis until all properly submitted applications have been considered. The Board agrees to give due consideration of experience, competency all applications and other qualifications of the applicantrelevant factors. OrdinarilyIn filling such vacancies, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable qualified employees’ length of service in the best interest Toms River Regional School District; however, the decision of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemBoard shall not be subject to arbitration as provided in Article 3-B-6 and 7. The successful Each employee applicant not selected shall, upon written request, receive a written explanation, a copy of which shall meet become a part of his permanent file from the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the positionSuperintendent. When possible, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties appointments shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.not later than sixty

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed follows: Positions on the administrative administrative/ supervisory levels of responsibility and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All all vacancies in promotional positions, including specialist and/or special project teachers, pupil personnel workers, positions in programs funded by the Federal Government and vacancies in evening school and summer school shall be filled on adequately publicized by the Superintendent in accordance with the following basisprocedures: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or When school is anticipatedin session, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to shall be posted in each school setting forth a description of and as far in advance as practicable, ordinarily at least thirty (30) calendar days before the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is submitted and in no event less than fifteen (15) days, calendar days before such date. A copy of said notice shall be given to the Association shall be notified. 3at the time of posting. Teachers Employees who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice, and the Superintendent shall acknowledge promptly in writing the receipt of all applications. practicable and in no event less than fifteen (15) calendar days before the final date of which application shall be accepted. In addition, the Superintendent shall, within the same time period, post a list of promotional positions to be filled during the summer period at the administration office, in each school and a copy of said notice shall be adhered given to unless there are extenuating circumstancesthe Association. 4. When a vacancy occursB. In both situations set forth in Section A above, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with qualifications for the position, its duties and responsibilities associated with the position to rate of compensation, shall be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachersclearly set forth. The committee qualifications set forth for a particular position shall have advisory status not be changed when such future vacancies occur unless the Association has been notified in advance of such changes and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesreasons therefore. 5. Vacancies C. All qualified employees shall be given adequate opportunity to make application and no position shall be filled on the basis until all properly submitted applications have been considered. The Board agrees to give due consideration of experience, competency all applications and other qualifications of the applicantrelevant factors. OrdinarilyIn filling such vacancies, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable qualified employees’ length of service in the best interest Toms River Regional School District; however, the decision of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemBoard shall not be subject to arbitration as provided in Article 3-B-6 and 7. The successful Each employee applicant not selected shall, upon written request, receive a written explanation, a copy of which shall meet become a part of his permanent file from the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the positionSuperintendent. When possible, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties appointments shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.not later than sixty

Promotions. A. A promotion To the extent that a College/University has a locally negotiated or accepted procedure and/or practice regarding promotions for Librarians, they shall remain in full force and effect until such time as a change is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on made in accordance with the administrative New Jersey Employer-Employee Relations Act and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on its governing regulations. At other Colleges/Universities, the following basis:procedures shall apply unless and until changed in accordance with the New Jersey Employer-Employee Relations Act and its governing regulations. 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the positionPromotional procedures, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall those set forth below, are not applicable to part-time employees, but such employees may be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post appointed/reappointed to a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationhigher title. 2. Unless there The President shall announce availability of promotions to a Librarian II, Librarian I and/or an Assistant Director of the Library position, which shall activate the promotion and Personnel Committee process. The President shall indicate in his or her announcement whether the available promotion or promotions may be considered upon the basis of professional growth or whether the available promotion or promotions are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to fill a particular need in the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedlibrary. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice Promotions based on professional growth, shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesannounced at the same time as the announcement of available faculty promotions is made. Structural promotions shall be announced by the President as they become available. 4. When a vacancy occursFull-time Librarians whose qualifications meet or exceed the requirements for Librarian II or Librarian I or Assistant Director in the Library may apply for announced professional growth promotions by November l, a promotion committee and for announced structural promotions within the time specified in the announcement. The application may be appointed accompanied by any substantiating documentation which the Superintendent consisting individual cares to submit. Nomination of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee a librarian for promotional consideration may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to made by other than the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesindividual. 5. Vacancies The Personnel Committee's recommendations on any promotion or promotions shall be filled on in rank order from the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications highest (number l) to lowest. There shall be separate lists ranking candidates for each available structural promotion. There shall be one overall list ranking all candidates for any available growth promotions. The final recommendations of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference Personnel Committee shall be given made to present teachersthe Xxxx/Director on or before February 1 for any available growth promotions and within thirty (30) days of the application closing date for structural promotions. Inquiries The requirements that there be a ranking may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established waived by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearlocal agreement. 6. The availability Article VII of leadership positions in other counties this Agreement shall be made known in apply to this Article under the same manner terms and limitations as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblesuch Article applies to faculty promotions. Article XIV.G shall also apply. C. No teachers shall be denied 7. All promotions are subject to the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by affirmative recommendation of the President and the approval of the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsof Trustees.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. 13.1 All vacancies in permanent promotional positions as defined in Paragraph 13.2 of this article shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, adequately publicized by the Superintendent who shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting set forth a description of and the qualifications for the positionvacant positions including salary, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout where possible, in the yearmanner herein provided: a. When school is in session, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted in each school as far in advance as practicable--ordinarily at least fifteen (15) school days prior to before the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is submitted and, in no event, less than fifteen ten (1510) days, school days before such date. A copy of said notice shall be given to the Association shall be notifiedPresident forty-eight hours prior to posting. 3. b. Teachers who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications application in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The his designee within the time limit specified in the notice notice. c. The Superintendent shall include summer postings on the district web site. d. All postings from the end of school through July 15th shall be adhered mailed to unless there are extenuating circumstancesthe seven (7) officers of the Association. 4. When e. Any position which is created or which becomes available through vacancy must be simultaneously posted on the district web site together with outside notification or advertising. 13.2 Promotional positions are defined as follows: positions paying a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may salary differential and/or positions on the administrative-supervisory levels of responsibility. 13.3 The Board of Education shall develop the criteria to be appointed used for promotions. 13.4 Said criteria shall be included in all posting notices. 13.5 All applicants meeting the criteria will be interviewed for the position involved. 13.6 Notices required to be posted in this article shall be posted on the bulletin board covered by this agreement in all schools. 13.7 Any person assigned by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with and approved by the duties and responsibilities associated with the Board to an acting position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) for three months or more candidatesshall be compensated at the rate of pay normally paid at his proper step in the existing salary guide for that position. 5. Vacancies 13.8 The Board agrees to receive written recommendations from the Association and give full consideration to such recommendations. 13.9 a. All Co-curricular and Extra-curricular position openings shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable posted in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as accordance with procedures set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleSection 13.1. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position Seniority shall mean an Employee's continuous length of creditable government service within the applicable governmental jurisdiction. Seniority shall not apply to one listed on an Employee until the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions Employee has completed the Employee's initial probationary period. Upon satisfactory completion of the Employee's initial probationary period, the Employee shall be filled on credited with seniority from the following basis: 1Employee's date of hire. Whenever All authorized leaves without pay shall not constitute a vacancy arises or break in service and shall be creditable for computing total continuous length of service. If an Employee's continuous service is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted terminated in each school setting forth a description of good standing and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted Employee returns to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to governmental jurisdiction which the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements Employee left within one (1) year, the break in service shall be disregarded, but shall not be considered as creditable service. B. When making promotions, the Civil Service statutes, rules, regulations, and procedures governing promotions which exist on the effective date of this Agreement shall be applied, except as modified below: 1. For competitive promotions, the existing policies on announcements shall remain in effect. For non-competitive promotions, all notices to fill authorized vacancies shall be posted on appropriate bulletin boards for at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the closing date for receipt of applications. If the Employer does not post the notices for the specified number of days as provided in this section or in the personnel rules and regulations, the Employee shall be entitled to submit a late application. For School Food Service Managers who are on vacation, the Employer shall mail them a copy of all School Food Service Manager vacancy announcements if said Employee provides the Employer with self-addressed, stamped envelopes for that purpose. 2. If tests and/or examinations are used in selecting Employees for promotions, the Employer assures the Union that continuing efforts will be made to use tests and/or examinations that directly relate to the skills, abilities, and qualifications required for the class. 3. An Employee selected for promotion must meet the minimum qualifications. 4. Other factors being relatively equal, seniority shall prevail. 5. When making promotions, the Employer shall consider the following order of priority: a. In the case of the respective County jurisdictions: (1) Employees within the division where the vacancy occurs; (2) Employees within the department where the vacancy occurs; (3) Employees within the respective jurisdiction. b. In the case of the State jurisdiction: (1) Employees within a division on the island where the vacancy occurs; (2) Employees within the department on the island where the vacancy occurs; (3) Employees within the division (statewide) where the vacancy occurs; (4) Employees within the department (statewide) where the vacancy occurs; (5) Employees within the jurisdiction on the island where the vacancy occurs; (6) Employees within the jurisdiction (statewide). (Note: The island of Maui includes the islands of Molokai, including Kalaupapa, and Lanai.) 6. The availability After formal interviews are concluded, the Employer shall, within a reasonable amount of leadership positions in other counties time, notify the Employees who were interviewed of their selection or non- selection for promotion. 7. In the event an Employee with the greatest seniority applies and qualifies for a promotion and is denied the promotion, if the Employee so requests, the Employee shall be made known in given a written statement of the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblereasons for denial. C. No teachers 8. Notice of selection shall be denied posted on the opportunity to apply for appropriate bulletin board when the selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsis made.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility responsi- bility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency com- petency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable ad- visable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection se- lection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. 13.1 The District reserves the right to make the final determination regarding the rating and ranking of applicants for promotional positions and to post notices of promotional vacancies both within and without the District in the manner permitted by the express terms of this Agreement and by law. All applicants shall meet the stated qualifications for the promotional vacancy. 13.2 A promotion Promotion is defined as moving from any teaching a position in which the unit member would receive a raise in compensation due to one listed placement in a higher classification. 13.3 A unit member who has passed the applicable job skills test, met the minimum qualifications as stated in the job description, and who has received overall performance ratings of satisfactory or above on their recent work performance evaluations shall be considered qualified to apply for promotional positions. 13.4 A unit member who is promoted to a higher classification shall be placed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scalesalary range for the higher classification that is the next highest dollar amount to the unit member’s current salary. B. 13.5 All vacancies in promotional positions shall unit members will be filled on the following basis: 1notified via District email regarding vacancies. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices Vacancies shall be posted fifteen within the District for five (155) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, distribution of vacancy notices outside the Association District. 13.6 Former unit members on a 39-month or 63-month reemployment list shall be notifiedprovided with notice of any vacancy for which they are qualified prior to the posting of the vacancy pursuant to this Article. 313.7 It shall be within the discretion of the District to determine whether or not a vacancy shall be filled. 13.8 The District shall paper screen applications for promotional positions. Teachers who decide to apply Thereafter, qualified candidates shall be interviewed by an interview committee. 13.9 At the promotional interview, all qualified candidates for such vacancies a promotional position shall submit their applications in writing be asked the same questions as determined by the District. The interview panel’s determination of how well the interviewee responded to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice established questions shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancespart of the interviewee’s rating. 4. When 13.10 At the conclusion of all interviews for a vacancy occurspromotional position, a promotion committee may be appointed by each person on the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with interview panel shall rank the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more prospective candidates. 5. Vacancies 13.11 The following criteria shall be filled on used by the basis District in consideration of experience, competency and other promotions: 13.11.1 The specific needs of each school and/or department as defined by the supervisor or administrator. 13.11.2 The qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarilyapplicant including training, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries experience, and prior performance ratings. 13.11.3 If the principal or department head rates two or more applicants equal in terms of 13.11.1 and 13.11.2, then seniority may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest considered. 13.12 A unit member must be a permanent classified employee of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education District to be eligible for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yeara promotion. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall (a) Vacancies may be filled on so far as practical by the following basis: 1promotion of employees. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, Vacancies in the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices bargaining unit shall be posted fifteen and then filled with the most qualified applicants. Notice of the Human Resources Department’s intent to recruit shall be posted and maintained by the Human Resources Department. Human Resources may utilize other methods of notice, including but not limited to: newspaper, television, or other media advertising; local, state, regional or national publications and the like. Human Resources and the Department Director shall determine whether competition for a classification is to be limited to current employees or open to all candidates. The announcement period for recruitment shall be at least five (155) calendar days. If the announcement period begins or ends on a holiday, the announcement period shall begin or end on the next workday following the holiday. A list of qualified applicants shall remain in place for no longer than three (3) months from the posted closing date. However, the Human Resources Director, in their sole discretion, may determine that the number of qualified applicants is insufficient and the posting should be extended. (b) All promotions shall be made on the basis of merit and fitness as determined by competitive examination. Written, performance, and/or oral examinations may be administered when deemed necessary to properly evaluate applicants to perform the duties of the vacant classification. (c) When written promotional examinations are developed, a review committee shall meet and review the examination. The review committee shall consist of the County’s Human Resources Director, the interested Department Head(s) or designee(s), the Union Chairperson and a Union representative who is serving and competent in the area for which the examination is being developed. Employees may not be part of any review committee which develops a test that the employee may later take. This review is for the purpose of determining the validity of the questions as they relate to the position being tested. Decisions relating to the composition of all examinations shall rest with County. (d) Examination questions, answer sheets, testing procedures, and all other test elements shall be kept confidential at all times in order to ensure that examinations are fair and equitable. Accordingly, all persons having access to examination questions, answer sheets, testing procedure, and all other test elements shall not divulge any information or data related to those elements to any person, firm, corporation, or other entity by any means whatsoever, either directly or indirectly. Violation of the terms and conditions of this confidentiality agreement shall be grounds for disciplinary action up to and including discharge. (e) Union shall be notified as to the time and place of all written and practical examinations. Union shall be permitted two (2) observers who shall be the Union Chairperson and/or designees. Notice of intent to attend as an observer shall be in writing at least three (3) business days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, of the Association examination and time away from the job to conduct such observation shall be notified. 3with pay. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies Any and all objections that may be made shall submit their applications be filed in writing by the Chairman to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified County’s Human Resources Director in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesform of a written grievance under the Grievance Procedure (Article 9) of this Agreement. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the positions paying a salary differential, and/or positions requiring an administrative and supervisory responsibility scalecertificate as defined by N.J.A.C. 6A:9-2. B. 1. All vacancies in promotional positions, including specialists and/or special project teachers, pupil personnel workers, and positions in programs funded by federal government agencies shall be filled on adequately publicized by the superintendent in accordance with the following basisprocedure: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or When school is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause in session a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout emailed to all employees as far in advance as practicable (ordinarily at least ten (10) school days before the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is submitted and in no event less than fifteen five (155) days, the Association shall be notified. 3school days before such date). Teachers Employees who decide to apply for such vacancies shall will submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The superintendent within the time limit specified in the notice and the superintendent shall acknowledge, in writing, the receipt of all such applications. Applications shall be adhered kept on file in the superintendent's office for continual consideration for future vacancies until the office is notified by the applicant that the application is withdrawn. 2. Employees who apply for a promotional position which may be filled during the summer period, when school is not in regular session, will submit their names to unless there the superintendent together with the position for which they desire to apply. Such notice shall be sent as far in advance as practicable. B. All qualified employees shall be given adequate opportunity to make applications and no position shall be filled until all properly submitted applications have been given due consideration. The board agrees to give due consideration to the professional background and attainments of all applicants and other relevant factors. C. The following shall apply to the district’s posting and hiring procedures for Addendum C stipend positions that are extenuating circumstancesnamed in this agreement. 1. An initial posting that will be open for a minimum period of 10 business days will be sent internally. Internally shall mean advertised to all MEA members. Any MEA member may apply during the initial posting. 2. If an MEA member applies to the initial posting, if qualified, then the MEA member shall be appointed to the position. 3. If no MEA members apply during the initial posting period, the position will be re-posted internally and externally. Any current employee of the district may apply during this posting. Externally shall be defined as the district having the option of publicizing the vacancy to the general public. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by From the Superintendent consisting pool of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend applicants to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatessecond posting, internal applicants, if qualified, shall be given preferential treatment over any external, non-district employee applicants. 5. Vacancies Notwithstanding 2. above, an incumbent exception shall be filled on apply if a district employee who currently holds the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given position wishes to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable continue in the best interest of position and the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education Board desires to re-hire them for the position. In this case, the board may re-appoint them to the position regardless of whether they are a MEA member or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearnon-member. 6. The availability In the event a vacancy occurs that requires immediate selection, the minimum 10-day posting may be shortened by mutual agreement of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsthe MEA.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined The Sheriff’s Office retains the right to promote employees covered by this Agreement as moving from any teaching position the needs of the Sheriff’s Office dictate. Employees may be promoted to one listed an “acting” rank on a temporary basis, not to exceed six [6] months, for the administrative express purpose of providing personnel with “hands on” experience with increased duties and supervisory responsibility scaleresponsibilities in such “acting” positions, or to fill in for absent bargaining unit employees. The employee shall have the right to accept or reject the appointment to the “acting” rank. B. All vacancies in Vacant and/or newly created promotional positions within the bargaining unit shall be filled on posted for consideration by eligible employees. Notices shall include the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the minimum qualifications for the positionposition and the deadline to submit a request to participate in the promotional process. Employees shall signify their interest by submitting a written application to the Xxxxxxxx County Human Resources Director for consideration, and a copy to the Sheriff through the chain of command. C. Oral interviews and written tests will be administered to personnel desiring to participate in the promotional process for bargaining unit positions. On approximately an annual basis, or more frequently if conditions dictate, as determined by the Sheriff’s Office, a board of employees designated by the Sheriff, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee bargaining unit, shall conduct the oral interviews, oversee the written testing process, and make recommendations to the Sheriff as to employees meeting promotional qualifications within the bargaining unit. The Sheriff’s Office shall maintain a bank of questions appropriate to each rank within the bargaining unit, and questions for the written test shall be randomly selected for each promotional test. Questions may be classroom teachersadded, deleted, or modified from time to time to assure fairness. These provisions will not apply if standardized testing is utilized. D. The committee names of employees who receive satisfactory or better on the oral interviews and a grade of 70% or more on the written examination shall have advisory status and shall recommend be placed on “eligible for promotion” lists which are then submitted to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5Sheriff. Vacancies shall If a standardized test determines a different percentage for a passing grade, the applications for promotion will be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications informed of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable percentage in the best interest advance of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemtesting date. The successful applicant shall meet Promotions within the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties bargaining unit shall be made known from the eligible for promotion lists until the lists are exhausted or twelve [12] months passes from the date the testing process is posted. The candidates shall be placed in ranking order according to their scores from the same manner oral board and the written test. The Sheriff shall make his selection for promotion from among those on the eligible for promotion lists. For the initial promotion selection from a promotion list, the Sheriff shall choose from among the top three [3] scoring candidates [Rule of Three]. For subsequent promotions from that particular list, candidates shall be offered the promotion based on their scores as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblenoted above, taking the top scoring employee remaining on the list first, until a period of twelve [12] months has elapsed. The Rule of Three can be used only for the first promotion from each promotional list. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection E. Employees who have received discipline of a written reprimand or above are not eligible to participate in seminars the promotion testing process or workshops sponsored by to be promoted, until at least twelve [12] calendar months have elapsed since such discipline was levied. F. Employees promoted to a higher classification within the Board bargaining unit shall be on a trial basis for potential administrators twelve [12] months on the job following the date of such promotion. If during the trial period the employee does not perform the job’s duties as required, he shall be returned to his former classification and supervisorsformer rate of pay.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position 29.1 Whenever the School District decides to one listed fill permanently a promotional vacancy, written notice thereof will be given to the Association for posting on bulletin boards in the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises various schools or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description for other appropriate means of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web sitepublication. In addition, the Superintendent administration shall send an email to each teacher, at the teacher’s school email address, informing the teacher of the vacancy. A "promotional vacancy" shall mean any position carrying a salary differential. The notice shall specify the duties and qualifications therefor and rate of compensation. No vacancy will post a list be filled except temporarily within fourteen (14) calendar days from the mailing of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. The administration shall promptly inform the Association when such vacancies are filled. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances29.2 Any qualified teacher, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to whether or not employed by the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) daysSchool District, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to may apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representativea promotional vacancy. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference Due weight shall be given to present teachersprofessional background, attainments, experience, length of service for the School District, personal qualities and other relevant factors. Inquiries Any teacher applicant employed by the School District who is not selected will receive written notification thereof and may request a meeting with the Superintendent to review the reasons therefore. 29.3 The School District may make acting or temporary appointments until vacancies are filled by permanent appointees. Any teacher who fills a vacancy on an acting or temporary basis shall be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in compensated for assuming the best interest duties of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet position at a per diem rate of one-one hundred eighty-fifth (1/185) of the certification requirements established by the state board of education applicable differential for the position. POSITIONS IN SUMMER SCHOOL, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year.EVENING SCHOOL, AND UNDER FEDERAL AND/OR STATE PROGRAMS 6. The availability 30.1 Reasonable advance notice of leadership openings for positions in other counties any summer school or evening school program or under any Federal and/or State program will be given members of the teaching staff. Consideration shall be made known given to a teacher applicant's area of competence, major and/or minor fields of study, quality of teaching performance and length of service in the same manner Hingham School System. Such positions shall be filled first by qualified regularly appointed teachers in the Hingham School System, except that personnel employed under Federal and/or State programs during the regular school year shall have first consideration if such programs are continued during the summer. Teacher applicants for such positions shall be notified of the action taken regarding their applications as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever soon as reasonably possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion 9.1. For purposes of this article, a "promotional position" is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed paying a salary differential and/or any position on the administrative administrative/supervisory level, including, but not limited to, positions as director, principal, assistant principal, coordinator and supervisory responsibility scalecounselor. B. All vacancies 9.2. Whenever any vacancy in a promotional positions shall position occurs during the school year (September to June), it will be filled adequately publicized by the Superintendent by means of a notice placed on the following basis: 1district’s web-based job posting platform on the district website. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the The qualifications for the position, including duties its duties, and salary rangethe rate of compensation will be clearly set forth. Promotional vacancies shall Vacancies will not be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of filled within five (5) days and ordinarily not within ten (10) days from the date the notice is posted. 9.3. All teachers will be given adequate opportunity to make application for such positions, and the Superintendent agrees to give due weight to the professional educators who are familiar with background and attainments of all applicants, the duties length of times each has been in the school system and responsibilities associated with other relevant factors. When, in the position to be filled. Two (2) members opinion of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experienceSuperintendent, competency and all other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarilyfactors are substantially equal, preference shall will be given to present teachersqualified teachers already employed by the Committee, according to length of service, and each teacher applicant not selected will receive a written notification of the action taken by the Superintendent. Inquiries may The decision of the Superintendent will not be directed subject to other school systems when it grievance. Whenever practicable, appointments will be made not later than sixty (60) days after the notice is deemed advisable posted in the best interest schools or the mailing of notification to the Xxxxxxxxx County teachers. 9.4. When vacancies occur in all bargaining unit positions during the school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established year, they will be publicized by the state board of education Superintendent on the district’s web-based job posting platform on the district website. Teachers may then express interest in these positions by applying via the website electronically. Teachers (including part-time teachers) who apply for any such vacancy will receive an interview, provided the teacher holds the required license for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability decision of leadership the Superintendent in filling these positions in other counties shall will not be made known in subject to the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblegrievance procedure. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion 1. The implementation of A.1 regarding promotions shall be in accordance with the following procedure: 2. All new and vacant positions to which recruitment is defined as moving to be initiated, and current positions for that classification that are changed to or from any teaching position to one listed Academic Year, shall only be posted on the administrative State's internet opportunities website for a period of ten (10) calendar days and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall be filled on the following basis: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional such vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted sent to the Association. 2Association at the time of posting via electronic means. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 3. Teachers MBUs who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing do so via the State's internet employment opportunities website. MBUs shall be provided reasonable access to State computers for the Superintendent or authorized representativepurposes of reviewing and applying for online postings. 3. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties Association and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarily, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable Administration agree that in the best interest of both parties, active attempts to promote from within the Xxxxxxxxx County school systembargaining unit should be made. The successful applicant resultant benefits, in terms of productivity and MBU’s morale, are self-evident. 1. When there-are six (6) or more MBUs on the certified promotional list, the promotional vacancy shall be filled from within the bargaining unit. 2. When there are less than six (6) MBUs on the certified promotional list, a reasonable effort will be made to fill the vacancy from within the bargaining unit. However, selection shall be made from among the six (6). 3. Where no list exists for certification, a reasonable effort will be made to fill the vacancy within the bargaining unit in accordance with the following: 1) When an MBU within the bargaining unit applies for a new or vacant position within the bargaining unit, and they are determined by the Administration to be at least equally qualified to the best qualified applicant, then the MBU shall be appointed to the position. 2) Whenever there are equally qualified candidates for the positions in the bargaining unit, the seniority of candidates in the bargaining unit shall be the determining factor in filling the position. 3) This section is subject to the Affirmative Action Policy of the department, as well as applicable laws and regulations. MBUs who apply for and who meet the certification requirements established by qualifications for posted bargaining unit vacancies shall, if they request, be given an interview with the state board search committee, if such interviews are conducted and as long as such is consistent with affirmative action and applicable laws and regulations. 4. The Search Committee Guidelines will require the search committee chair or their designee to notify the candidates selected for interview, in writing, upon scheduling the interview appointment at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to any proficiency test that will be administered as part of education the selection process. 5. A letter of acknowledgment shall be forwarded to the MBU upon receipt of a request for the reassignment, transfer and/or a new position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership Any MBU who applied for promotional positions in other counties shall be made known informed of the disposition of their application in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers writing and shall be denied entitled to reasons why they were not chosen at a meeting with the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by Search Committee Chair, if the Board for potential administrators and supervisorsmember so chooses.

Promotions. A. A promotion 1. Any Employee who is defined duly qualified may apply for vacant positions as moving from any teaching position to one listed a Deputy Sheriff on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All vacancies a promotional basis. Nothing in promotional positions this Section shall be filled on construed to require the following basis: 1. Whenever Employer to offer preferential consideration to a vacancy arises or is anticipatedcurrent Employee over qualified, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Associationoutside applicants. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstancesThe Sheriff may continue to make transfers from the Operations Division to Corrections as provided in Article XXIV of this Agreement, and employees who hold the classification of Deputy Sheriff shall remain in that classification notwithstanding such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedtransfer. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing The following provisions govern promotions to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit rank of Deputy Sheriff/Corrections Sergeant: (a) All vacancies in positions in the classification of Deputy Sheriff/Corrections Sergeant shall be filled by promotion from among the rank of Deputy Sheriff/Corrections Officer, provided the employees have at least four (4) years’ seniority in that rank and otherwise meet the minimum qualifications specified in the notice examination announcement. Under no circumstances shall probationary employees be eligible for promotional examinations or acting promotional appointments. The Sheriff shall determine, in his sole discretion, whether a vacancy exists requiring a promotion, as provided in the collective bargaining agreements; provided, however, that the Sheriff shall not delay filling a vacancy for the purpose of evading a valid, current promotional eligible list. No person shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesdeemed eligible for promotion who has not satisfactorily completed the required probationary period for the position from which he or she is seeking promotion. 4. When (b) Whenever a vacancy occursoccurs in the classification of Deputy Sheriff/Corrections Sergeant, a promotion committee may be appointed as determined by the Superintendent consisting Sheriff, and there is no eligibility list for such rank, the Sheriff’s Office shall, within six (6) months of five the vacancy or within a reasonable time, hold a competitive examination; provided, however, that no examination shall be scheduled sooner than three (53) professional educators who are familiar months from the date of the examination announcement. The Employer shall also make available a list of study materials at least three (3) months prior to the date of the examination. (c) Examination for promotion shall consist of written tests, combined with the duties use of an assessment center evaluation, in the Sheriff’s discretion, together with ratings for seniority. All competitive written tests and responsibilities associated assessment centers, if used, shall be administered, graded and certified, by either Xxxxxx & Associates, Xxxx & Associates, or another qualified provider of testing services selected by the Sheriff’s Office and agreed to by the Union, ranking those individual names, from highest score to lowest score in an eligible list presented to the Sheriff. The maximum score than can be obtained on the written test shall be one hundred (100) points, determined by calculating the weighted average of the written test score with the position to be filled. Two (2) members score from the assessment center, if used, with 70% of the committee may score allocated to the written examination and 30% to the assessment center. (d) In promotional examinations, credit for seniority in service shall be classroom teachersadded to the examination grade, provided that the candidate has achieved at least a passing grade without the application of such credit. (e) Credit for seniority shall equal, for the first four years of service, one percent of the total grade attainable in the promotion examination, up to a maximum of four points, and, for each of the fifth through fourteenth years of service, six-tenths percent of the total grade, up to a maximum of six points. The committee total maximum seniority credit shall have advisory status and be ten (10) points. (f) The final grade in a promotional examination shall recommend be determined by calculating the weighted average of the passing score obtained on the written examination to the Superintendent one score obtained on the assessment evaluation (1if used), as provided in Section 3(c) of this Article, then adding the additional points for seniority. No credit for seniority or more candidates. 5. Vacancies any other reason shall be filled added to an examination grade unless the applicant achieves at least the minimum passing score on the basis written examination without counting such extra credit. The maximum total points on the written examination plus other credits shall be one hundred ten (110). A candidate must achieve a score on the written examination of experienceat least seventy percent (70%), competency and without other qualifications credits, in order to receive the passing score required in order to proceed to the assessment evaluation, if the Sheriff determines that an assessment evaluation will be part of the applicant. Ordinarilytesting process, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable unless otherwise posted in the best interest notice of examination. The notice of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant examination shall meet specify whether an assessment center evaluation will be part of the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearexamination process. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. 1. All vacancies in promotional positions position, if filled, shall be filled on pursuant to the following basisprocedure: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional a. Such vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post publicized to members by sending a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted thereof to the Association. 2Association and to each building principal and by posting a written notice on a bulletin board in every school. Unless there are extenuating circumstancesReasonable effort will be made to send notice in a district-wide email to all Association members, as far in advance of the date of filling such notices shall be posted fifteen vacancy as possible (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than ordinarily at least fifteen (15) days), or if such vacancy occurs after the close of the schools in June and before they open in September, by mailing a copy of such notice to the Association and to every member who shall have filed his/her name and summer address with the Superintendent for the purpose of receiving such notice and to those members who in the discretion of the Superintendent should be notified. 3. Teachers b. Said notice of vacancy shall clearly set forth the qualifications for and the duties of the position and the compensation rate or range therefore. c. Members who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit file their applications in writing to with the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesnotice. 4. When a vacancy occursd. The Superintendent may give notice of such vacancies, a promotion committee may be appointed by or otherwise seek applicants to fill the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee same, in such other ways as it, in its discretion, shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesdeem appropriate. 5. Vacancies e. Such vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experience, competency and other qualifications of the applicantmerit. OrdinarilyWhere merit is substantially equal, preference shall will be given to present teachersqualified members of the professional staff. f. Insofar as practicable under the circumstances, appointments will normally be made not later than sixty (60) days after the notice is posted. 2. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable Promotional positions are defined as follows: positions paying a locally-funded salary differential and/or positions of the administrator-supervisory level, including but not limited to, positions as supervisor, assistant supervisor, director, assistant director, principal, assistant principal and departmental chairperson. 3. All vacancies (as defined above in the best interest case of promotional positions) for specialists, special project teachers, summer and evening school directors, directors of Federal Projects and teacher-leaders under Federal projects shall be filled pursuant to the foregoing procedure. 4. The Superintendent will consider any criteria, in addition to or modification of those provided in this Contract, which the Association may suggest for use in the selection of persons to fill vacancies in promotional positions. At that time when the creation of a new promotional position is proposed the Superintendent will consider recommendations which the Association may make as to qualifications for and specifications of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systempositions and the compensation therefore. 5. The successful applicant shall meet On the certification requirements established screening committee which interviews and recommends candidates for promotional positions at the Administrative-supervisory level, assistant principal and up, there will be a representative designated by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearAssociation. 6. The availability Nothing in this Contract shall restrict the right of leadership positions in other counties shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleSuperintendent, exercising its judgment consistently with provisions hereof, to fill vacancies by appointment to others than members covered hereby. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined Positions as moving from used in this section means any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scalewhich pays a salary differential and/or involves an additional or higher level of responsibility. B. All vacancies in promotional Vacancies of positions which occur shall be filled on pursuant to the following basisprocedures: 1. Whenever Any teacher may file his application for promotion with the Superintendent of Schools on the appropriate forms provided, at any time, regardless of whether an opening exists at the time of filing. Such applications must be accompanied by relevant written materials (such as transcripts) verifying the applicant's certifiability and suitability for the position or positions for which he is applying unless the information is already included in the teacher's file; 2. The existence of vacancies of positions shall be adequately publicized throughout the Milford School System, including a notice in every school within the system (by posting or otherwise) as far in advance of the date of filling such vacancy as possible. Where need to fill a vacancy of position arises or is anticipatedduring the summer months when teachers are on vacation, notification shall accompany the bi-weekly paycheck (those teachers who choose to take advantage of Article 15, Section C, the Superintendent lump sum summer payment, will be notified of such vacancies by mail if they leave sufficient self addressed, stamped envelopes with the Superintendent's office and provided that they have filed an application pursuant to Section B.1 of this article). In cases where the filling of one position will create another position or positions, all of the vacancies may be publicized at the same time and in the same notice by the addition of the words "and all positions which may be made available by the filling of this position". Example: “There is an opening for the position of Principal of the Xxxxxx X. Xxxxx High School and all positions which may be made available by the filling of this position.”; 3. The notice of vacancy of position shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting clearly set forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association.; 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notified. 34. Teachers who decide desire to apply for such vacancies these positions shall submit their applications in writing to notify the Superintendent of Schools, in writing, of the position or authorized representative. The time limit specified in positions for which they are applying within one week of the publication of the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstances. 4. When a vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates.vacancy; 5. Vacancies The position advertised, and any and all other positions created by an internal promotion to fill this position may be filled by the Board of Education at one and the same time at the discretion of the Superintendent and the Board of Education; 6. Such positions shall be filled on the basis of experiencequalifications for the vacant position, competency and other qualifications of the applicant. Ordinarilyprovided that where two or more applicants are substantially equal in qualification, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established qualified teachers currently employed by the state board of education for the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year.Board; 67. The availability of leadership positions in other counties All appointments shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possiblewithout regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, nationality, sex or marital status. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored by the Board for potential administrators and supervisors.

Promotions. A. SECTION 9.1 The purpose of this provision is to establish an orderly and impartial plan to select qualified individuals for promotion and to enhance career development. SECTION 9.2 Administrative policy methods and procedures set forth are intended to provide assistance to the recommendations and judgment exercised by the Fire Chief. They are not intended to restrict his authority in the final selection and appointment process. SECTION 9.3 Responsibility for administrative control of the promotion plan is vested in the Personnel Director and authority is delegated to the Fire Chief. In the exercise of administrative control, the Personnel Director in consonance with the Fire Chief may utilize his authority in monitoring and coordinating test construction and security surveillance for maintenance of the plan. (a) If the Fire Chief deems that an employee is not qualified for a promotion, he may exercise his right to submit a letter to the Personnel Director and employee stating such reason. (b) A promotion Promotion Board is defined as moving herewith created to coordinate the procedure, have general supervision of the elements used in the selection process, and make recommendations and certification to the Chief of the Fire Department. The Board shall consist of a representative from any teaching position the City Manager’s Office, the Personnel Department, the Fire Chief’s Office, and the Bargaining Agent. (c) The Fire Department shall select test instruments, prepare test questions, and/or compile test questions from selected list, and administer, score and interpret test results. (d) Support Services shall establish a roster of qualified eligibles for certification and recommendation to one listed the Fire Chief. The Training Work Section shall also be responsible for maintaining current study materials at all work sites. (e) The Promotion Board shall receive and rule on appeals relating to promotions and their ruling shall be final and binding, each on its own merit. (f) Minutes of each appeal shall be taken and distributed to each member of the Promotion Board. SECTION 9.4 Promotional vacancies must be filled within 90 days if an existing sequence list is available. If there is no sequence list available, the department will attempt to meet the 90-day requirement. It is understood that there may be certain instances beyond the employer’s reasonable control that may cause the 90-day period to be exceeded. However, it is the employer’s intent to fill all promotional vacancies within the 90-day time frame. SECTION 9.5 Only time on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scaleOklahoma City Fire Department shall be considered for requirements for eligibility to take the promotional examinations, which are as follows. All requirements listed for each position must be successfully completed. The pay range is listed next to each title. B. All vacancies in promotional positions shall (a) Corporal (920) - To be filled on certified a Corporal an employee must have met the following basisrequirements: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, Must have completed three years on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies Oklahoma City Fire Department in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the AssociationSuppression. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen (15) days, the Association shall be notifiedMust have completed NFPA Fire Fighter II certification. 3. Teachers who decide to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesMust have completed Apparatus Operator Academy. 4. When Must have a vacancy occurscurrent and valid Oklahoma Drivers License. (b) Sergeant (922) - To be a candidate for Sergeant an employee must have met the following requirements: 1. Must have been a Corporal for at least one year in Suppression, from the date of last employment. 2. Must have a promotion committee may be appointed minimum of five years as an employee of the Oklahoma City Fire Department from the date of last employment. 3. Must compete in a 100 question written examination given by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who Training Work Section. The questions are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with to be germane to the position to be filled. Two (2) members and procedures of the committee may be classroom teachersOklahoma City Fire Department and shall include questions on operating procedures, general knowledge, driving techniques, and fire fighting operations. 4. The committee top 25 scoring candidates will be placed into a one-week academy. The academy shall have advisory status include, but not be limited to, instruction in: driving techniques, equipment operation, and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesFire Department policy and procedures. 5. Vacancies The top 25 scoring candidates, combining written test score, seniority points, and academy score, shall be filled placed on a sequence list for promotion. (c) Lieutenant (923) - To be certified as a Lieutenant an employee must have met the following requirements: 1. Must have been a Sergeant for one year in Suppression. 2. Must have completed Lieutenant certification in a one-week academy. 3. The academy shall include, but not be limited to, instruction in: basic computer skills, supervisory skills, and fire ground tactics. (d) Captain (928) - To be a candidate for Captain an employee must have met the following requirements: 1. Must have been a Lieutenant for two years in Suppression. 2. Must compete in a 100 question written examination given by the Training Work Section. The questions are to be germane to the position and procedures of the Oklahoma City Fire Department and shall include questions on fire fighting strategy, effective company command, personnel management, and general knowledge. 3. The top 15 scoring candidates will be placed into a one-week academy. The academy shall include, but not be limited to, instruction in: advanced computer skills, basic fire instructor, fire command, and management skills. 4. The top 15 scoring candidates, combining written test score, seniority points, and academy score, shall be placed on a sequence list for promotion. (e) Major (929) - To be certified as a Major an employee must have met the following requirements: 1. Must have been a Captain for two years in Suppression. 2. Must have completed Major certification in a one -week academy. 3. The academy shall include, but not be limited to, instruction in: advanced fire officer and interpersonal relations. (f) District Chief (930) - To be a candidate for District Chief an employee must have met the following requirements: 1. Must have been a Major for two years in Suppression. 2. Must have 15 consecutive years on the basis of experience, competency Oklahoma City Fire Department. 3. Must have completed thirty (30) hours towards a degree. 4. Must compete in a 100 question written examination given by the Training Work Section. The questions are to be germane to the position and other qualifications procedures of the applicant. OrdinarilyOklahoma City Fire Department and shall include questions on fire fighting strategy, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable in the best interest of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemeffective chief officer command, personnel management, and general knowledge. 5. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established top 12 scoring candidates combining written test score and seniority points will be referred to an assessment center designated by the state board of education for Fire Department and approved by the position, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) yearPersonnel Department. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties Seniority points shall be calculated in the following manner: Candidates shall accumulate .25 points per quarter with a maximum of 6.25. A candidate’s seniority begins at the time they become eligible to take the respective promotional examination. 7. The assessment center shall certify three more candidates to the Chief than the number of positions vacant at that time. After the position(s) have been filled, the list is depleted. 8. The selected individual(s) shall receive special officers training in a one- week academy prior to assignment. (g) Battalion Chief (931) - To be certified as a Battalion Chief an employee must have met the following requirements: 1. Must have been a District Chief for one year in Suppression. 2. Must have an Associate Degree, or 60 or more hours in a degree program. (1) The existing training work section shall become a work section under the Operational Services Division. The eligibility requirements for all ranks shall be the same as the Suppression Section requirements. This will allow for lateral transfers into and out of that work section, from other suppression worksites. All regular transfers into the training work section are expected to last for a minimum of eighteen months. When a training vacancy occurs, the following procedure shall be followed in this sequential order to fill it: 1. Allow a suppression personnel to laterally transfer. The top six by seniority in rank that apply shall proceed to oral interviews. The Fire Chief shall make the final selection. 2. Allow a person from the existing promotional list to be promoted into that position. The training vacancy will be filled with the highest position on the list of personnel who make application. (This shall be an exception to “General Procedures (f) which states “Promotions shall not be made known other than to the position on the list which the 3. Give a test for the position and fill it in accordance with the CBA. After the position(s) have been filled, the list is depleted. Personnel in the Training work section shall receive ‘Bonus’ seniority points for time served in the assignment up to a maximum of four (4) points. These ‘Bonus’ points shall be earned and applied in the same manner as seniority points however they shall be in addition to any earned seniority points listed in the CBA. While assigned to the training work section, a person’s time in grade shall continue to accrue for career development purposes (ie. Lieutenant/Major/Battalion Chief) however the time in grade requirements for competitive promotions (ie. Captain/District Chief) must be met in the Suppression work section. Personnel transferring into the training work section shall not suffer any loss in base pay including regularly scheduled FLSA. A “shift differential pay” of 11.25% of the persons base rate as defined in Addendum B shall be received in lieu of the lost ‘regularly scheduled’ FLSA. The Fire Chief retains the right of ‘Administrative Transfer’ except for the filling of vacancies as listed above. I. Entry level rank in the Fire Dispatch Work Section will be Dispatcher. Entry level pay scale will be the pay step that the employee is currently in or top step Corporal should the employee be in a rank above Corporal. Bargaining unit members transferring to the Fire Dispatch Work Section as a result of obligations set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possibleArticle 7 (Mutual Responsibility) of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, shall not have their pay reduced. The pay of the transferred employee shall be frozen at the time of the transfer (z’d) until such time as the pay assigned to the position exceeds the z’d rate of pay. C. No teachers II. Employees hired after July 1, 1995 will be subject to assignment into the Fire Dispatch Work Section provided no other candidates from Suppression apply. Those employees subject to assignment must be of the Corporal rank or below and will be selected by a random procedure utilizing employee numbers in place of names. Should an employee be assigned to the Dispatch Work Section, they will only be required to serve one 2-year period and will not be subject to assignment for a second 2-year period unless the employee requests to be reassigned to the Dispatch work section. The pool of candidates for future random selections shall be denied from the opportunity last recruit academy that has achieved their one-year permanent status, excluding paramedics. {in reference to apply MOU 2002-03 (2)} III. All employees going into Dispatch after October 3, 1995 may be assigned as necessary for selection the operations of the Suppression and Dispatch work sections subject to participate the provisions of Memorandum of Understanding FY 1995-96 (2) and the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Employees may be required to perform Suppression activities and will be required to maintain any certifications necessary to function in seminars Suppression. They will also be allowed to attend any academies or workshops sponsored by training needed for their career development. The intent of this section is to transition the Board entry level into the Dispatch work section to become another work station in Suppression following the same career development path, with the incentive of special skills pay, much like Hazardous Materials, Diver, etc. It is understood that the career development path in the Collective Bargaining Agreement for potential administrators the Fire Dispatch Work Section will remain in full force and supervisorseffect except where specifically modified unless an agreement can be reached on the Sergeant rank and above in the Fire Dispatch Work Section. IV. A group of not more than twelve (12) personnel from Suppression shall be identified to assist the Dispatch Work Section in their responsibilities during short term vacancies. These personnel shall receive the same incentive pay as those personnel assigned to the Fire Dispatch Work Section as identified in Article 28.

Promotions. A. A promotion is Promotional positions are defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed follows: Positions on the administrative administrative/ supervisory levels of responsibility and supervisory responsibility scale. B. All all vacancies in promotional positions, including specialist and/or special project teachers, pupil personnel workers, positions in programs funded by the Federal Government and vacancies in evening school and summer school shall be filled on adequately publicized by the Superintendent in accordance with the following basisprocedures: 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or When school is anticipatedin session, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to shall be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional vacancies shall be advertised throughout the year, including summer months, on the FCPS web site. In additionwebsite, as far in advance as practicable, ordinarily at least thirty (30) calendar days before the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen (15) days prior to the filing final date when applications must be submitted. If notification is submitted and in no event less than fifteen (15) days, calendar days before such date. A copy of said notice shall be given to the Association shall be notified. 3at the time of posting. Teachers Employees who decide desire to apply for such vacancies shall submit their applications in writing to the Superintendent or authorized representative. The within the time limit specified in the notice, and the Superintendent shall acknowledge promptly in writing the receipt of all applications. 2. Employees who desire to apply for a promotional position which may be filled during the summer period when school is not regularly in session shall submit their application through the online application system. The employee shall receive verification of receipt of the application via email or written statement. B. The Superintendent shall notify such employees of any vacancy in a position for which they desire to apply. Such notice shall be adhered sent as far in advance as practicable and in no event less than fifteen (15) calendar days before the final date of which application shall be accepted. In addition, the Superintendent shall, within the same time period, post a list of promotional positions to unless there are extenuating circumstancesbe filled during the summer period at the administration office, in each school and on the district website. A copy of said notice shall be given to the Association. 4. When a vacancy occursC. In both situations set forth in Section A above, a promotion committee may the qualifications for the position, its duties, and the rate of compensation, shall be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachersclearly set forth. The committee qualifications set forth for a particular position shall have advisory status not be changed when such future vacancies occur unless the Association has been notified in advance of such changes and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidatesreasons therefore. 5. Vacancies D. All qualified employees shall be given adequate opportunity to make application and no position shall be filled on the basis until all properly submitted applications have been considered. The Board agrees to give due consideration of experience, competency all applications and other qualifications of the applicantrelevant factors. OrdinarilyIn filling such vacancies, preference shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other school systems when it is deemed advisable qualified employees’ length of service in the best interest Toms River Regional School District; however, the decision of the Xxxxxxxxx County school systemBoard shall not be subject to arbitration as provided in Article 3-B-6 and 7. The successful Each employee applicant not selected shall, upon written request, receive a written explanation, a copy of which shall meet become a part of his permanent file from the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the positionSuperintendent. When possible, or shall fulfill such requirements within one (1) year. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties appointments shall be made known not later than sixty (60) days after the notice is posted in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers schools or the giving of notifications to the interested members. Announcements of appointments shall be denied made by posting a list in the opportunity office of the central administration and in each school building. The list shall be given to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored the Association and shall indicate which positions have been filled and by the Board for potential administrators and supervisorswhom.

Promotions. A. A promotion is defined as moving from any teaching position to one listed on the administrative and supervisory responsibility scale. B. Section 1 All vacancies in promotional positions caused by death, retirement, discharge or resignation and all promotional positions hereafter created, when such positions are to be filled, shall be filled on pursuant to the following basis:procedures, except as otherwise provided in Article VI, Section 2 of this Agreement. 1. Whenever a vacancy arises or is anticipated, the Superintendent shall cause a notice to be posted in each school setting forth a description of and the qualifications for the position, including duties and salary range. Promotional (a) Such vacancies shall be advertised throughout the yearadequately publicized, including summer months, posting on the FCPS web site. In addition, the Superintendent will post a list of such vacancies in each school, with a copy of said notice being transmitted to the Association. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, such notices shall be posted fifteen district website for at least ten (1510) school days prior to the filing date when applications must be submitted. If notification is less than fifteen filling of the vacancy. (15b) days, the Association Information concerning salary and job descriptions shall be notifiedavailable in the office of each school or may be obtained from the Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations. 3. Teachers (c) Administrators who decide desire to apply for any such vacancies vacancy which is a promotional position for them shall submit apply online and file their applications within the ten school-day period referred to in writing to Section (a) hereof with the Superintendent or authorized representative. The time limit specified in the notice shall be adhered to unless there are extenuating circumstancesDirector of Human Resources and Labor Relations. 4. When a (d) Such vacancy occurs, a promotion committee may be appointed by the Superintendent consisting of five (5) professional educators who are familiar with the duties and responsibilities associated with the position to be filled. Two (2) members of the committee may be classroom teachers. The committee shall have advisory status and shall recommend to the Superintendent one (1) or more candidates. 5. Vacancies shall be filled on the basis of experiencefitness and qualifications for the vacant post, competency provided, however, that where two or more applicants in the New Haven School System are substantially equal in fitness and other qualifications of qualifications, the applicant. Ordinarily, preference bargaining unit applicant with seniority in the New Haven School System shall be given to present teachers. Inquiries may be directed to other preference. (e) Promotional positions are defined as follows: Positions paying a salary differential and/or positions on the administrative or supervisory level, including, but not limited to, positions such as assistant superintendent, director, supervisor, assistant supervisor, principal, assistant principal, head counselor, housemaster, and middle and high school systems when it is deemed advisable department head. (f) All vacancies (as defined above in the best interest case of promotional positions) for special project administrators shall also be filled pursuant to the Xxxxxxxxx County school system. The successful applicant shall meet the certification requirements established by the state board of education for the positionprocedures set forth in Section 1 above. (g) Acting appointments to a vacant position shall, or shall fulfill such requirements within as a general rule, be effective no longer than one (1) year, provided, however, at the time of appointment there are no administrators certified and qualified for such position who have applied for the position or administrators who would be available to fill such vacancy by virtue of their position on the reappointment list with appropriate certification and qualifications. 6. The availability of leadership positions in other counties (h) Preference shall be made known in the same manner as set forth in paragraph 1 whenever possible. C. No teachers shall be denied the opportunity given to apply for selection to participate in seminars or workshops sponsored qualified administrators currently employed by the Board for potential administrators over applicants of relatively equal qualifications from outside the bargaining unit. (i) No administrator shall lose step upon promotion. Section 2 When a new administrative position is created by the Board or a job description is changed, a job description will be prepared by the Superintendent, and supervisorsthe job will be placed ("slotted") in a salary group which requires similar or comparable duties and responsibilities and shall then be presented to the Association. If the Association believes that the position has not been placed in the proper salary group ("slotted") by the Superintendent or believes that a new salary group should be created, it may request a meeting with the Superintendent or their representatives to discuss the placement ("slotting") of the job. If agreement is not reached between the Superintendent and the Association, the Superintendent may make the position and the placement effective, but the Association may process a grievance pursuant to Article XVII (Grievance and Arbitration). If the Arbitrator finds the placement ("slotting") of the position by the Superintendent to be inconsistent with the relative duties and responsibilities, any placement ("slotting") or newly created group and salary subsequently arrived at by the Arbitrator which requires higher pay than the original placement ("slotting") shall be retroactive to the date the grievance claiming an improper slotting was filed.