Common use of Step Placement Clause in Contracts

Step Placement. A. Employees will be compensated on a salary range consisting of seven (7) steps. The salary percentage differential for the seven (7) steps is as follows: 1. Between Steps 1 and 2, the salary assigned to Step 2 is approximately 5% greater than the salary assigned to Step 1. 2. Between Steps 2 and 3, the salary assigned to Step 3 is approximately 5% greater than the salary assigned to Step 2. 3. Between Steps 3 and 4, the salary assigned to Step 4 is approximately 5% greater than the salary assigned to Step 3. 4. Between Steps 4 and 5, the salary assigned to Step 5 is approximately 5% greater than the salary assigned to Step 4. 5. Between Steps 5 and 6, the salary assigned to Step 6 is approximately 2.5% greater than the salary assigned to Step 5. 6. Between Steps 6 and 7, the salary assigned to Step 7 is approximately 2.5% greater than the salary assigned to Step 6. B. The first step is the minimum rate and shall be the usual hiring rate for all classes. In cases where it is difficult to secure qualified personnel, or a person of unusual qualifications is employed, the District may authorize appointment at a rate other than the first step. An overall annual review rating of “Needs Improvement” or