General duty of commission.

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  • (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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