It is declared to be the policy of this state to encourage able and qualified persons to enter the state personnel system with a view toward acquiring the experience and in-service training and demonstrating the increased capabilities and responsibility necessary for progressive advancement. The policy of this state is to hold out to employees, subject to the provisions of the state constitution and to the rules and procedures of the state personnel system, the hope and expectation of being able to earn promotions in accordance with their individual capabilities and performance, and thereby the state seeks to encourage its more able employees to make their careers in government service.
Source: L. 72: R&RE, p. 180, § 1. C.R.S. 1963: § 26-4-1.