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Utah Code Title 17. Counties § 17-30a-203. General duty of commission

Current as of May 05, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

(1) The commission:

(a) is responsible for carrying out the provisions of this chapter;  and

(b) shall make necessary rules and regulations to govern the merit system in accordance with this chapter, including:

(i) adopting merit rules regarding:

(A) appointments and registers;

(B) examinations;

(C) promotions;

(D) reassignments;

(E) reappointments;

(F) disciplinary grievance procedures;

(G) administrative reviews;

(H) recognition of the equivalency of another merit system for the purpose of appointing a peace officer from another agency;  and

(I) reductions in force;

(ii) adopting a rule regarding the preparation of a job classification plan;  and

(iii) adopting rules necessary for the efficient management of the merit system not specifically enumerated above and not inconsistent with this chapter or applicable law.

(2) Upon the request of the appointing authority and after conducting a public hearing, the commission may temporarily suspend a rule if the suspension is necessary for the proper enforcement of this chapter.

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