Common use of Working in a Higher Classification Clause in Contracts

Working in a Higher Classification. 5.4.1 Upon specific assignment by the Department Director, or the designated representative, an employee may be required to perform the duties of a higher classification. Such assignments shall be made only to existing authorized positions, which are not actively occupied due to the temporary absence of the regularly appointed employee. 5.4.2 Employees specifically assigned to duties of a higher classification shall be compensated at the rate in the salary range of the higher class which is at least one five percent (5%) higher than the rate received by the employee in the employee's present class, provided, however, that the employee shall not receive any compensation unless the assignment is for four (4) hours or longer. In such event, the employee shall be compensated as provided above for the entire shift. Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, in no event shall an employee receive any amount in excess of the top of the salary range of the higher classification. 5.4.3 As an alternative to making appointments to a vacant position, a Department may, upon the approval of the Office of the City Manager, assign an employee to work in a higher classification for a period of time not to exceed six (6) months. The employee will be compensated in accordance with section 5.3.