Code of Maine Rules
18 - DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES
389 - BUREAU OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Chapter 15 - THE MAINE MANAGEMENT SERVICE
Section 389-15-6 - Recruitment, Application and Selection

Universal Citation: 18 ME Code Rules ยง 389-15-6

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

1. The intent of this section is to assure that all classified positions in the MMS are filled in an open, fair, and expeditious manner, with the objective of hiring and retaining the best person for the position as quickly as possible, and to encourage decentralized administration of the recruitment and selection processes when it is appropriate for the agency.

2. In filling vacancies each agency will adhere to the following fundamental principles:

A. To consider any or all qualified candidates for hire, promotion, or internal movement.

B. Ensure that hiring decisions are fair, objective, and based on the evaluation of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job-related characteristics required for successful job performance.

C. Support affirmative action goals established in agency affirmative action plans.

D. Consider the career development of the agency's employees and other state employees.

E. Ensure that hiring decisions are not based on nepotism, patronage, or political affiliation.

F. Ensure compliance with state and federal laws relating to employee selection and nondiscrimination.

3. Agencies may develop policies for recruitment and selection that are customized for each recruitment and selection need. Agency policies may allow for multiple approaches to fill vacancies in any given classification or position.

4. The Bureau of Human Resources shall investigate allegations of agency failure to adhere to the fundamental principles itemized in sub-section 2 above.

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