MS HB1308

Department of Corrections central office employees are exempt from State Personnel Board procedures for two years (July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2017), though new hires must still meet existing State Personnel Board employment criteria.

When central office employees are dismissed or involuntarily terminated under this exemption, their positions must be eliminated.

Department of Corrections must consult with the Office of the Attorney General before taking personnel actions under this act to ensure compliance with state and federal law.

Department of Corrections must provide cash overtime pay instead of compensatory time to all corrections officers, law enforcement staff, and facility employees for all overtime hours as defined by the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.

Upon termination of employment or death, the department must pay corrections officers, law enforcement staff, and facility employees or their estates for all accumulated compensatory leave.