The Parties recognize that assignments to promotional positions must be consistent with and conform to state and federal laws and regulations, court orders and affirmative action programs.

Section A - Promotional and/or administrative positions are defined as regular positions in the administrative organization approved by the Board and paid at a higher rate than the teachers' salary schedule and/or for which a certificate in administration and/or supervision may be required.

Section B - Promotional and/or administrative positions will be advertised and posted in a prominent position in all schools. General qualifications, range of compensation, and performance responsibilities will be clearly stated in the posting.

Section C - Employees desiring to be considered for promotional positions shall submit to Personnel Services such applications, transcripts, evidence of professional experience, references and resumes as may be required. Personnel Services shall acknowledge in writing the receipt of all such applications.

Section D - All qualified employees shall be provided an opportunity to make an application for administrative positions. Consideration shall be given to the applicant's general qualifications according to the requirements of the position.

Section E - When the qualifications of applicants are equal for meeting the requirements of first level administrative positions such as, but not limited to, counselor and assistant principal, preference shall be given to applicants who are already employed by the Employer.

Section F - Applicants for a specific position who are not appointed by the Superintendent will be notified.