Wage and Pay Policy Flashcards
What is the purpose of Policy 206.01?
To provide a wage and pay policy for recruiting and retaining Aviation Authority personnel
Who is excluded from this policy?
Appointed positions and those covered by collective bargaining agreements
Who administers the Pay Plan?
The Senior Director of Human Resources
What is a Regular Employee?
One who has completed the probationary period
What is a Probationary Employee?
One who has not yet completed the probationary period
What is a Special/Contract Employee?
An employee working under a specific contract, not governed by standard policy
What determines new hire pay rate?
Qualifications, experience, and internal equity
Can a new hire be offered above midpoint of pay range?
Yes, with proper approvals
What is a General Increase?
Salary increase not based on performance
What does FLSA exempt mean?
Employee is salaried and not eligible for overtime
What triggers salary deductions under FLSA?
Unpaid leave, safety rule violations, or disciplinary suspension
What is the minimum increase for promotion?
Normally 6%, not to exceed max of new range
What happens during demotion?
Pay is reduced per policy or stays if not reduced previously
What is the policy on lateral transfers?
No pay increase; reduction may occur due to internal equity
How are ARFF employees promoted?
6% increase or move to the first step of new rank, whichever is greater
What is the general increase rule for ARFF?
Not for probationary firefighters; step increase based on approved percent
What is EMT incentive pay for ARFF?
$3,276 annually
What is Paramedic incentive pay for ARFF?
$9,022 annually
What is the incentive for driving ALS Rescue?
$1.00 per hour for each full hour assigned
What incentives are offered for VMR/Rope/Confined Space certified ARFF staff?
$0.50 per hour
What is the working out of classification pay for Engineers?
$48/shift or $2/hour
What is the longevity pay for 5–9 years of service?
425
What is the longevity pay for 10–14 years?
825
What is the longevity pay for 15–18 years?
1200
What is the longevity pay for 19+ years?
1600
Who must approve selective increases?
Chief Executive Officer
What is required to work out of classification in ARFF?
Minimum 4 hours in a higher position
Are temporary employees eligible for benefits?
No, unless approved by CEO
Do interns receive benefits?
No
What is required for Intern approval?
Written request and requisition with duties, schedule, funding, and salary
