In each fiscal year, the Appointing Authority may authorize payment for a manager of full or partial costs of membership dues paid to professional organizations related to the manager's job provided that the organization offering the membership does not directly influence agency policies, exist primarily for social reasons, have as its primary purpose the advancement of individual manager interests, or restrict membership on the basis of sex, race, or religion. The manager may attend meetings and seminars of professional organizations during work hours if the amount of time required is reasonable, the Appointing Authority approves such attendance as related to the work assignment, and staffing requirements permit. An Appointing Authority may authorize payment for the cost of a manager's individual subscriptions to magazines or other professional publications provided that the publications meet organizational needs. Mobility Assignments . A mobility assignment may involve moves between State agencies, between the State and other governmental jurisdictions, or between the State and private organizations.
Assignments are usually full-time for a specified duration.
Mobility assignments may be initiated by the manager or by either employer and require the approval of all three parties. Mobility assignments between the State and other employers are governed by M.S. 15.51 to 15.59. Developmental Leave . A developmental leave may be granted for any period up to two years at no pay, partial pay, or full pay. Granting of a developmental leave is at the discretion of the Appointing Authority.