Section 194 - Limited Three Rank Examinations(a) A Limited Three Rank Examination is one which has a failing score and passing scores that result in three passing ranks. The ranking of the candidates shall be competitive and in accordance with section 193.1. The scores of candidates in the first rank shall reflect higher scores than the candidates in the second or third rank, and the scores of candidates in the second rank shall reflect higher scores than candidates in the third rank. All candidates in the passing three ranks are eligible for appointment. The names of candidates with a failing score shall not be included on the eligible list.(b) The failing score and passing scores shall be determined by the Department or a designated appointing power. The factors to consider when determining the appropriate scores include: (1) The competitive assessment and evaluation of applicants.(2) The likely size and scope of the applicant pool.(3) Relevant classification requirements and performance expectations.(c) Limited Three Rank Examinations are not required for every examination. The use of Limited Three Rank Examinations is within the discretion of the Department or designated appointing power.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 2, § 194
1. Repealer of former Section 194 filed 4-15-58; effective thirtieth day thereafter. For history of former Section 194, see Register 56, No. 12. Former Section 195 renumbered 194 and amendment filed 4-15-58; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 58, No. 7).
2. Amendment filed 2-9-60; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 60, No. 4).
3. Change without regulatory effect amending section and adding NOTE filed 9-9-2014 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 2014, No. 37).
4. Repealer and new section filed 4-27-2017; operative 7-1-2017. Submitted to OAL for filing and printing only pursuant to Government Code section 18211 (Register 2017, No. 17). Note: Authority cited: Sections 18502, 18660 and 18701, Government Code .Reference: Sections 18930, 18936 and 18937, Government Code.
1. Repealer of former Section 194 filed 4-15-58; effective thirtieth day thereafter. For history of former Section 194, see Register 56, No. 12. Former Section 195 renumbered 194 and amendment filed 4-15-58; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 58, No. 7).
2. Amendment filed 2-9-60; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 60, No. 4).
3. Change without regulatory effect amending section and adding Note filed 9-9-2014 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 2014, No. 37).
4. Repealer and new section filed 4-27-2017; operative 7/1/2017. Submitted to OAL for filing and printing only pursuant to Government Code section 18211 (Register 2017, No. 17).