Rates Above Specified Salary Range

The Commissioner may approve payment at a rate above that assigned to the employee's position in the compensation plan when he or she determines it to be in the interest of the State. Employees who receive salary adjustments required by law or who receive salary differentials authorized by these Rules may be paid at a salary rate higher than the maximum of the salary range of their classification. Employees who receive an involuntary demotion may have a salary rate above the maximum if recommended by the Appointing Authority and approved by the Commissioner. Such employees are eligible for longevity pay and other increases as specified by law or rule, if otherwise eligible.