Pennsylvania Code
Title 4 - ADMINISTRATION
Part XV - OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION
Subpart A - CIVIL SERVICE REFORM-TEMPORARY REGULATIONS
Chapter 603a - EMPLOYEES IN THE CLASSIFIED SERVICE
Subchapter A - PROBATIONARY PERIODS AFTER APPOINTMENT OR PROMOTION
Section 603a.2 - Duration and extension of probationary periods

(a) Duration of probationary period. The length of the probationary period required for appointments and promotions for a full-time position is a minimum of 6 months, defined as 180 calendar days, and will be determined by the Office of Administration for each job classification. The probationary period for part-time positions shall be prorated according to the number of hours in the work week.

(b) Extension of probationary period. The probationary period, except for a trainee job classification, may be extended up to a maximum of 18 months (defined as 545 calendar days-365 calendar days plus 6 months at 30 days per month), at the discretion of the appointing authority. If the appointing authority extends an employee's probationary period, it must notify the employee in writing at least 1 workday prior to the effective date of the extension.