Common use of Out-of-Rank Hours Clause in Contracts

Out-of-Rank Hours. If a Sergeant is temporarily required by the Chief, or designee to perform at the higher-ranking position of lieutenant and perform the responsibilities of the higher-ranking position for a minimum of four (4) or more consecutive workdays, the sergeant shall receive acting lieutenant pay at the rate of compensation equal to that normally paid for the higher-ranking position for all hours assigned. If a lieutenant is temporarily required by the Chief, or designee to perform at the higher-ranking position of major and perform the responsibilities of the higher-ranking position for a minimum of four (4) or more consecutive workdays, the lieutenant shall receive acting major pay at the rate of compensation equal to that normally paid for the higher-ranking position for all hours assigned. The Chief or designee shall make the final decision of temporary assignments under this Article.