A. If an occupied position is reallocated to a higher salary range, and if the incumbent meets the minimum qualifications for the new class and remains in the position, the incumbent shall receive the entry level salary step or within $5.00 of a five percent increase in the monthly salary, whichever is the greatest. However, in no case shall the new salary exceed the maximum step of the salary range for the classification. A new anniversary date shall be established upon the date of the reallocation.

B. If a position is reallocated to a classification with the same salary range, the salary and anniversary date of the incumbent shall not change.

C. If a position is reallocated to a class with a lower salary range, and the incumbent’s rate of pay does not correspond with a step in the new range, the salary shall be “Y” rated. Any such “Y” rate shall be indicated with a capital “Y” following the salary on all personnel and payroll records and transactions. No salary increase, including cost of living increases, shall be given to incumbents occupying “Y” rated positions until such time as the “Y” rates are removed by adjustments to the compensation plan. “Y” rates shall also be cancelled upon the separation of an employee in the “Y” rated position.

D. When an employee is appointed to a temporary assignment in a position that provides for a higher rate of pay, there shall be no change in pay until the Board of Supervisors approves the temporary assignment and funding is available within the Department’s budget to cover such increased cost. When a temporary assignment is approved, the rate of pay shall be at the first step of the assigned range for the classification or within $5.00 of a five percent increase in the monthly salary, whichever is the greatest. However, in no case shall the new salary exceed the top step in the salary range for the classification. Time served as a temporary appointment shall be credited as continuous service in the individual’s regularly assigned position.