An employees starting rate of pay may not exceed 90 percent of market value of the pay grade assigned to the position without approval of the commissioner. The appointing authority shall consider internal equity, budget, the availability of applicants, and market conditions. With the prior approval of the commissioner, an appointing authority may hire up to the maximum of the range. Criteria for approval include internal equity, budget, the availability of applicants, and market conditions.
S.D. Admin. R. 55:10:11:06
General Authority: SDCL 3-6D-11.
Law Implemented: SDCL 3-6D-11.