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The College of New Jersey Office of Human Resources

The College of New Jersey Office of Human Resources. Overview of Civil Service WELCOME CLASSIFIED STAFF!. Presentation Contents. Introductions Legal Authority of the Civil Service System Titles, Classification, Testing, Desk Audit and Certification

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The College of New Jersey Office of Human Resources

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  1. The College of New JerseyOffice of Human Resources Overview of Civil Service WELCOME CLASSIFIED STAFF!

  2. Presentation Contents Introductions Legal Authority of the Civil Service System Titles, Classification, Testing, Desk Audit and Certification Recruitment, Selection and Probationary Periods Civil Services and M S YOU! Performance Evaluation Seniority

  3. The College of New JerseyCivil Service Administration Staffing Services Gregory Pogue – Vice President Susan D’Angelo – Director Christina Rush– Assistant Director Allison Corallo– Program Assistant, Staffing

  4. Overview of the Civil Service System

  5. State of New JerseyCivil Service System New Jersey Civil Service is a system of public employment designed to select and promote employees based on merit, safeguard the employment rights of permanent employees and ensure equal employment opportunity.

  6. Title 4A Title 4A of the New Jersey Administrative Code contains the rules that govern the Civil Service for public employment in New Jersey. • New Jersey Civil Service Commission (NJCSC) is charged with administering the provisions spelled out in the Title 4A of the New Jersey Administrative Code. It regulates the employment practices of NJ Civil Service employers, such as The College of New Jersey. • Employment practices are policies involving the hiring and firing of employees as well as policies concerning paid and unpaid leave, layoffs, EEO, compensation, disciplinary matters, job duties and job performance evaluation.

  7. Title 11A • NJ State Law Title 11A sets the foundation governing the Civil Service System “Including testing, hiring, classification, compensation, and other employment issues”

  8. Title 11A Objectives • Select and advance employees on basis of knowledge, skills, and ability • To retain and separate employees on the basis of the adequacy of their performance • To ensure equal employment opportunities

  9. Civil Service Titles & Classification

  10. Civil Service Titles & Classification Non-Competitive titles Open Competitive titles - Subject to examination process and - Successful completion of a working test period NJAC 4A:4-2

  11. Characteristics of Non-Competitive Titles These titles do not require a state competitive exam due to the nature of the knowledge, skills & abilities associated with the job or difficulties associated with recruiting. (NJAC 4A:13-1.2) Appointee must meet the minimum requirements set forth in the job description Four (4) month working test (probationary) period begins at the date of hire - Performanceevaluated twice on a pass/fail basis during the probationary period - Probationary period may be extended if performance warrants Appointing Authority certifies employee to position after completion of probationary period if employee meets performance expectations or employee may be dismissed for failure to meet performance expectations

  12. Examples of Non-Competitive Titles Clerk (Typist, Transcriber) Program Assistant Professional Services Specialist Repairer Grounds Worker Senior Building Maintenance Worker Security Officer

  13. Characteristics of Open Competitive Titles All require an Examination - Written, Performance or Skill OR evaluation on Education and Experience (E + E)- determined by the NJ CSC Fee Required ($15.00 or $25.00) for the Exam Competition is statewide After passing exam, employee must serve a 4 Month Working Test (Probationary) Period Appointing Authority certifies employee to position upon successful completion of the working test period (NJAC 4A:4-1.1)

  14. Examples of Open Competitive Titles Senior Clerk Typist Senior Clerk Transcriber Secretarial Assistant (3, 2, 1) Principal Clerk Typist Plumber/Steamfitter Campus Police Officer Locksmith

  15. Testing

  16. Testing Two (2) types of examinations are administered by the Civil Service Commission - Open Competitive: Announced on the internet and are open to members of the general public who meet the requirements for admission - Promotional Exams: For positions in competitive titles and are open to employees working within a specific department or unit in a specified title

  17. Testing New Jersey Civil Service Commission (NJ CSC) is responsible for administration of: - Written and Performance Examinations - OR Evaluation on Education and Experience - Ranking of Eligible's by score - Notification of Eligibility/Ineligibility - Sending Lists to Appointing Authority

  18. Certification: The Process How do I become certified in my position? - Examination Announcement from NJCSC - Written and/or Performance Exam - Employee or Agency makes a request for Exam - Take Exam or application is evaluated on education & experience - Ranking of Eligible's by score on Civil Service list - NJCSC sends Notification of Eligibility/Ineligibility - Agency Appoints, the certified employee to Position - NJCSC approves certification - Employee is then certified as permanent

  19. Why does it take so long to become certified to my position? The barriers that may cause a delay the certification process include, but are not limited to: The type of test required (Open Competitive or Promotional) Ranking of Eligible's (and the employee) on the lists and the rule of three Existing certification lists

  20. Recruitment & Selection

  21. The Recruitment Process begins with… Current Job Description Position Request Form (PRF) Organizational Chart Justification These signed documents are forwarded to the Office of Human Resources for approval and processing.

  22. The College of New Jersey Job Description A detailed description of the responsibilities and duties of the position in a department or unit and its reporting structure (This includes a list of specific knowledge, abilities and skills required for the position).

  23. New Jersey Civil Service Commission Job Specification A general outline and description of a title or group of titles, their purpose and function including education and experience requirements and examples of duties performed.

  24. Recruitment Notes Positions must be posted for 14 calendar days. Applications must be forwarded to the Hiring Manager/Supervisor before the closing date. Internal applicants meeting the minimum qualifications must be interviewed. External advertising (newspaper) is rarely done for classified positions.

  25. The Selection Process for Classified Staff Screening - All candidates must meet the minimum qualifications - Equal Employment Opportunity via standardized screening process Selection - Interviews - Reference Checks - Salary Offer: - Internal Candidates: Calculation Formula - External Candidates: Limited to Step 4 Regular or Provisional Appointment

  26. RecruitmentOrder of Consideration New Jersey Civil Service Lists * - Promotional lists - Open Competitive lists Permanent TCNJ Employees * External Applicants (Outside State system) * Rule of Three

  27. Probationary Period

  28. Probationary Period Four (4) Month Working Test (Probationary) Applies to Non-Competitive/Competitive Positions Successful completion = Permanent Placement Unsuccessful completion: - Extend Probationary Period for 60 days - Release, then return to lower title - Release from employment at TCNJ

  29. Civil Service,TCNJ and YOU!

  30. Performance Appraisal Review (PAR)

  31. PAR Evaluation Period: - Fiscal Year schedule: July 1st to June 30th - Interim Assessment due January 14th - Final Assessment due July 15th New Employees: Begin evaluation upon their start date Closeout Evaluation upon departure Must pass with a successful score Evaluates employee performance based upon specific job responsibilities and tasks May be placed on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) if performance warrants

  32. Seniority

  33. Seniority Definition: An accumulated period of service of a permanent employee in the State of New Jersey System. Seniority is calculated using NJCSC Formula and contains the following variables: - Regular (Permanent) Appointment Date - Performance Evaluation Rating Seniority (in years) is used by the NJCSC to determine ranking on a promotional list

  34. Promotional Appointments

  35. Promotional Appointments Limited to Internal Applicants (TCNJ Employees with permanent status) Must meet minimum qualifications for the position Promotional testing Must be in current position for 1 year Years of Seniority Upon Selection, Salary Calculation Formula Bumping

  36. Bumping Definition - To assert rights for appointment to a position and thereby displacing the incumbent Incumbent can be bumped if s/he has less seniority in the state system or is serving provisionally in the title - Eligible has higher score - Open Competitive or Promotional List - Rule of Three (3)

  37. Provisional Appointments

  38. Provisional Appointment Definition: An appointment status where an employee has no retention rights in the civil service system and where s/he has not been certified as permanent in the title by the Appointing Authority.

  39. Provisional Appointments External applicants Meet minimum qualifications for the position Open Competitive Testing/Lists No Retention Rights in the Civil Service System Dismissal at any time for any reason without prior notice **NOTE: All employees serving provisionally in a civil service title must complete the testing and certification process prior to serving an official Four (4) Month Working Test (probationary) Period.**

  40. How much do you know??

  41. Civil Service Brainteaser:True or False All Civil Service positions require a Four (4) Month Working Test (Probationary) Period?

  42. Answer: True

  43. Civil Service Brainteaser:True or False I have been serving provisionally in my title for one (1) year, but haven’t taken a test. I am not a permanent employee.

  44. Answer: False

  45. Civil Service Brainteaser:True or False If I want to hire a Temporary Service Employee into a regular full-time position, I do not have to post (advertise) the position and consider other applicants.

  46. Answer: False

  47. Civil Service Brainteaser: I have been employed at TCNJ for two (2) years. I took and passed a civil service exam and received a Notice of Eligibility from the Civil Service Commission. I am permanent in my position.

  48. Answer: False

  49. Questions?

  50. Thank you! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Office of Human Resources at ext. 2622.

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