25 NCAC 01D .0301. PROMOTION

(a) Promotion is an advancement from one position to another with a higher pay grade as described in 25 NCAC 01D .0102, within the same pay plan, or an advancement from one position to another with a higher market rate in a different pay plan. For a promotion, an employee shall possess at least the minimum qualifications for the position, or their equivalent, as set forth in the class specification. "Market rate" means the average market value for a particular job. (b) When it is practical and feasible, a vacancy shall be filled from among eligible employees; a vacancy shall be filled by an applying employee if required by 25 NCAC 01H .0801.