Common use of Team Composition Clause in Contracts

Team Composition. 4.2.1. The minimum length of assignment shall be three years. The participating departments may allow for longer (6+ years) assignments for specialty positions that require a high level of training and expertise. Due to the amount of training and expertise that is needed to be proficient in certain areas, it is recommended that each department designate SWAT as a long-term assignment. 4.2.2. Seniority will be based by the entry date of each member into the specialized combined unit. In the event that unit members entered the unit on the same date, their seniority will be based on their hire date with their respective department. 4.2.3. Criteria for application to the SWWR SWAT component are as follows: 4.2.3.1. Must be off of probation in their current agency of employment, and have the approval the head of the agency. 4.2.3.2. The selection process for SWAT will be conducted per the specialty assignment selection process policy of the host agency, in accordance with applicable state and federal law, and as documented in the SWAT Operations Manual. 4.2.3.3. Once selected, new SWAT team members must complete the training requirements as mandated by the SWWR SWAT Operations Manual. 4.2.3.4. A test will be conducted when a vacancy occurs. A list of qualified candidates will be eligible for appointment for the length of six months. 4.2.3.5. The Sheriff and Vancouver Police Chief will review the selection and authorize the appointment of a new member to the SWWR SWAT team.