These tests could be defined for the life of a specific posting only, and would allow certification from a list, rather than a provisional hire. Other suggestions included removing the rule of ten and certifying the entire list as eligible for employment. The group is looking at pushing much of the responsibility for compliance with certification down into the agencies to speed the hiring process. Some of these ideas may require legislative or policy changes. The Training group is still trying to compile the facts on the broad spectrum of training available within the state.
Many agencies have their own training programs.
The Training group feels that it would be beneficial to act as a clearing house for the sharing of curriculum. It would be far more cost effective to reuse the courses already developed than to spend funds on a restatement of the same need. This is especially true for training needs that are shared by all state agencies, such as supervisory training. The presentation is scheduled for October 16. Those interested in attending should contact Andrea by Friday, October 6.