Section EMP.02.03 — Establishing Preference

(a) Preference shall be given according to Section EMP.02.04 below when it is established that the employee or applicant meets minimum qualifications as stated in the job description or the job announcement.

(1) If the person has the minimum qualifications as stated, he or she is eligible for the position and shall not be denied if another person at a lower preference has higher qualifications than are necessary for the position.

(2) If more than one person at the same preference level meets minimum qualifications the decision-makers shall have discretionary power.

(3) Accordingly, when preparing job descriptions or job announcements care should be taken to establish minimum qualifications that fit the desired needs of the position.

(b) It shall be prohibited to use job qualifications or personnel requirements which are not necessary for the position and which act as barriers to employment preference.