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Section 1 - General

All Title 38 bargaining unit positions will be announced facilitywide with posting and/or distribution a proper subject for local bargaining. If facilities are consolidated, positions will be posted at each geographic location. These announcements must be readily available for review by employees. Posting/Application period will run simultaneously for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days.

Section 2 - Contents Of Vacancy Announcement

The qualifications for the position and educational/certification level will be kept current and clearly defined on the vacancy announcement. If the requirements of the job/position change, the vacancy announcement will be reposted reflecting the changes.

Section 3 - Vacancy

A. All employees will have a fair and equitable opportunity to compete for selection for a posted vacancy. All applicants will be asked the same questions during an interview.

B. At the request of the employee, Management will supply the employee with an explanation of why she was not selected for the position.

Section 4 - Title 38 Position Qualifications

A. The Union will be predecisionally involved and may submit recommendations for criteria to be used in the development of all bargaining unit position qualifications.

B. The Union will be provided copies of all position qualifications for vacant positions.

C. Current employees will receive first consideration when filling position vacancies.

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