Common use of Lateral Entry Program Clause in Contracts

Lateral Entry Program. When an employee of the City of Tempe outside the Fire Department wishes to become an employee of the Fire Department in a position covered by this Memorandum of Understanding, the following provisions shall apply: 1. The Employee moving into the Fire Department shall be paid a rate of pay as determined by the Fire Chief with the approval of the City Manager. Prior to the final determination by the Fire Chief, he shall review the intended rate of pay with the Association President. 2. The employee will receive leave accrual based upon continuous service with the City of Tempe. Said employee shall retain previously accrued unused leave balances. 3. For purposes of bidding on company-based assignments and/or available vacation slots, seniority will be based upon continuous service within the Fire Department.