HB 2585
Relating generally to DOH employees.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to overhaul the personnel system for employees within the West Virginia Department of Transportation (DOH). It mandates a new merit-based system for appointments, promotions, and compensation, aligning with performance management principles. Specifically, it proposes changes to job classifications and pay rates, particularly for highway laborers, Teamsters, and equipment operators, aiming to better reflect rates in the private sector and provide annual wage increases for long-term employees. The bill also addresses drug screen and termination policies.
Key provisions
- Establishes a merit-based personnel system for DOH employees.
- Reclassifies certain DOH positions, including highway laborers, Teamsters, and equipment operators, with revised pay rates.
- Requires DOH employees to be paid based on rates comparable to those in the private sector for similar jobs.
- Provides for annual wage increases for DOH employees based on years of service.
- Addresses termination policies for employees failing drug or alcohol screens.
- Requires the Department of Transportation to adopt and apply classifications and rates of pay applicable to the employment positions listed.
- Mandates the Division of Personnel to assist the Department of Transportation in transitioning to the new system.
- Allows the Secretary of Transportation to promulgate emergency rules to implement the changes.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Department of Transportation (DOH) employees
- Division of Highways employees
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