The board shall, as soon as practical after this part becomes operative, adopt a classification plan and make rules for its administration. The position classification plan may, if desired, create different classes of positions within each position in the classified service. The position classification plan shall show the duties, authorities, responsibilities and character of work required of each position and each class thereof. The board shall determine the requirements of each position and class thereof as to education, experience, capabilities, knowledge and skill. As far as practical, the probable lines of promotion to and from the classes of positions shall be indicated.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Title 8 - Public Officers and Employees
Part 4 - County Sheriff's Civil Service Law of 1974
§ 8-8-403. “Classified Service” Defined
§ 8-8-404. Creation of Civil Service Board
§ 8-8-406. Qualifications of Members
§ 8-8-407. Compensation of Board
§ 8-8-408. Chair — Personnel Officer as Keeper of Department Records and Secretary of Board
§ 8-8-409. Powers and Duties of Board
§ 8-8-411. Classification Plan
§ 8-8-412. Creation of New Positions — Abolition of Old Positions