Pennsylvania Code
Title 4 - ADMINISTRATION
Part XV - OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION
Subpart A - CIVIL SERVICE REFORM-TEMPORARY REGULATIONS
Chapter 602a - APPOINTMENTS AND PROMOTIONS IN THE CLASSIFIED SERVICE
Subchapter B - RECRUITMENT METHODS; SELECTIVE CRITERIA
Section 602a.3 - Selective criteria

(a) Generally. Upon the request of an appointing authority, the Office of Administration may restrict certification or referral for a position based on selective criteria.

(b) Basis for selective criteria. Selective criteria shall be based on merit-related factors deemed necessary to the operational needs of the appointing authority and in the interest of the service to the Commonwealth. Selective criteria may include a bona fide occupational qualification deemed necessary for employment in a specific position, or other factors necessary to comply with Federal and State laws and regulations.

(c) Request. A request to restrict application for a position based on selective criteria shall be submitted using the form prescribed by the Office of Administration.